PHNOM PENH – Cambodia’s trade landscape saw significant expansion in 2025, with total trade volume soaring past $64 billion according to the latest figures released by the General Department of Customs and Excise.
During an annual review meeting held on Thursday morning, February 12, 2026, His Excellency Dr. Kun Nhim, Minister Delegate to the Prime Minister and Director General of the GDCE, revealed that Cambodia’s imports reached $33,882.2 million, marking an 18.7% increase over the previous year. Exports followed a similar upward trajectory, totaling $30,426.1 million, which represents a 14.6% rise compared to 2024.
The detailed trade data highlights a robust shift in Cambodia’s industrial output and economic structure. While traditional garment exports grew by 16.4%, non-garment investment products—including automotive tires, electronic components, wiring harnesses, and furniture—surged by 20.1%, signaling a successful diversification of the nation’s manufacturing base.
However, the agricultural sector faced notable headwinds, with exports of staples such as rice, cashew nuts, rubber, and potatoes seeing a 4.4% decline. On the import side, the influx of goods was dominated by metal products, vehicles, textile and industrial raw materials, and machinery for investment projects.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance, His Excellency Professor Aun Pornmonirath, lauded the GDCE for maintaining strong revenue collection despite a series of external challenges. The Deputy Prime Minister noted that the 2025 fiscal year was marked by acute uncertainty in the global geopolitical and geo-economic situation.
This included the closure of the Cambodia-Thailand land border starting in mid-2025, the announcement of retaliatory tariffs by the United States in the second quarter, and the ongoing global disruptions caused by the prolonged Russia-Ukraine war.
In response to these challenges, the Royal Government has laid out a strategic vision for 2026 focused on modernization, integrity, and efficiency. Professor Aun Pornmonirath issued several key directives to improve the investment climate, including a mandate to transition the Cambodian Customs Administration toward a fully digital, automated system.
Other priorities for the coming year include intensifying efforts to combat tax evasion, strengthening compliance with rules of origin for exported products, and expanding the Authorized Economic Operator program to facilitate smoother trade for compliant companies.
The Ministry of Economy and Finance reaffirmed its commitment to supporting these reforms, aiming to ensure that Cambodia remains a competitive hub for international trade. The government plans to continue implementing incentive mechanisms for Qualified Investment Projects while promoting better governance and responsibility among customs officials at all levels to navigate the complex global economic landscape ahead.