PHNOM PENH: Royal Group Phnom Penh SEZ Plc., the developer and operator of Royal Group Phnom Penh Special Economic Zone (“RGPPSEZ”) and Royal Group Kandal Special Economic Zone (“RGKSEZ”) continues to demonstrate strong growth momentum, contributing to Cambodia’s industrial development, employment creation, and export expansion.
As of April 2026, the total number of employees working within both RGPPSEZ and RGKSEZ reached 58,532, representing an increase of approximately 15.3% compared to 50,746 employees recorded in April 2025. The steady growth reflects continued investor confidence in Cambodia and the expanding operations of enterprises within the Special Economic Zones.
Export activities within the two zones also showed positive growth during the first four months of 2026. Total exports from January to April 2026 amounted to USD 809.02 million, compared to USD 579.88 million recorded during the same period in 2025, representing an increase of approximately 39.5%. The positive performance highlights the resilience and competitiveness of manufacturers operating within both SEZs, particularly amid ongoing regional and global economic challenges.
Commenting on the achievement, Neak Oknha KITH MENG, Chairman of Royal Group of Companies and Royal Group Phnom Penh SEZ Plc., stated: “The continued growth of RGPPSEZ and RGKSEZ reflects the strong confidence of investors in Cambodia’s economic future and the dedication of all stakeholders working together to strengthen the country’s industrial ecosystem. We remain committed to supporting sustainable investment, job creation, and long-term economic development for Cambodia.”
RGPPSEZ also expressed its appreciation for the continued leadership and support of the Royal Government of Cambodia under the guidance of Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei HUN MANET, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia. The government’s pro-business policies, infrastructure development initiatives, and commitment to improving the investment environment continue to play an important role in attracting foreign direct investment and promoting industrial growth.
As one of Cambodia’s leading special economic zones developers, we remain committed to providing high-quality infrastructure and services to investors while contributing to the Kingdom’s broader economic and social development goals.
Cambodia’s strategic investment holding company, the Royal Group is recognized as the country’s most dynamic and diversified business conglomerate. With interests in a wide range of industries including banking & finance, insurance, telecommunications, power energy, transport, media & entertainment, hotels & resorts, education, property development, and import and export trading.
