PHNOM PENH (AKP) — Cambodia’s economic momentum saw a significant boost in April 2026, with the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) greenlighting 42 new investment projects totaling approximately US$222 million.
According to an official CDC press release issued on Wednesday, this wave of fresh capital is projected to inject vital energy into the local labor market, creating roughly 24,000 jobs across the country.
The newly approved ventures are heavily concentrated in Cambodia’s core growth sectors, primarily targeting agriculture, agro-industry, and manufacturing. Geographically, the investments are distributed across nine provinces, with a heavy concentration in industrial corridors:
- Kandal Province: 12 projects
- Kampong Speu Province: 10 projects
- Other Locations: Remaining projects span Takeo, Svay Rieng, Preah Sihanouk, Kampot, Koh Kong, Thbong Khmum, and Battambang.
China continues to hold its position as Cambodia’s leading source of foreign direct investment (FDI), while domestic Cambodian investments secured the second spot, showcasing a healthy blend of foreign partnerships and local enterprise growth.
Among the 42 approved initiatives, the CDC highlighted two cornerstone projects driving regional development:
Agro-Industrial Hub (Battambang): A US$20 million fruit plantation and processing factory in Banan district, set to create 174 specialized local jobs.
Manufacturing Expansion (Svay Rieng): A US$9.6 million facility dedicated to producing and processing vehicle tire oil and rubber products. Located in the Sin Bavet Special Economic Zone, it is expected to generate 350 jobs.
This robust monthly performance underlines Cambodia’s ongoing appeal to international investors and its successful strategy of leveraging special economic zones to diversify the national economy.
