Cambodian PM Meets Japan-Cambodia Association President, Discusses Economic Cooperation

On the morning of September 10, 2026, Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet received a courtesy call and held discussions with Mr. Fumiaki Takahashi, President of the Japan-Cambodia Association, and his colleagues at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh. The meeting aimed to deepen economic ties between Cambodia and Japan. Prime Minister Hun Manet expressed gratitude for Japan's long-standing contributions to Cambodia's economic development. He particularly emphasized the importance of attracting further Japanese investment by improving the investment environment and expanding business opportunities. Mr. Takahashi reaffirmed Japan's interest and support for Cambodia's economic growth and stability, highlighting the Japan-Cambodia Association's role in promoting friendly relations and economic exchanges between the two countries. It is understood that specific investment areas and collaborative projects were also discussed during the meeting. Cambodia is currently striving for economic diversification and sustainable growth, with Japan traditionally being one of its key partners. Japanese companies have a presence in a wide range of sectors in Cambodia, including infrastructure development, manufacturing, and tourism, contributing to job creation and technology transfer. This meeting served to reaffirm the strength of these bilateral relations and confirm the mutual desire to further advance economic cooperation in the future.