PHNOM PENH: A high-level delegation from the Cambodian Ministry of Commerce, led by Secretary of State Samheng Bora, recently embarked on a market visit to France and the Netherlands on October 20.

Organized by the Cambodia Australia Partnership for Resilient Economic Development (CAPRED) program, the visit aimed to boost Cambodian exports.

During the trip, the delegation participated in a market visit and attended the prestigious SIAL Paris Exhibition. Secretary of State Bora engaged in discussions with Cambodian entrepreneurs who had previously participated in the event, gaining valuable insights into their experiences.

The delegation also met with European companies to showcase Cambodia’s potential products, particularly rice, processed foods, and cashew nuts. SIAL Paris, with over 7,500 booths from various regions, attracted an estimated 285,000 attendees.

A significant milestone was achieved during the visit with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Tropicam Fruit and Vegetable Co., Ltd. and Overenden / Smarteden. This agreement paves the way for the export of Cambodian rice, cashew nuts, and dried mangoes to the European market later this month.

The Cambodian Ministry of Commerce is optimistic about the potential of these exports to contribute to the country’s economic growth and diversification.