Garment Workers Ferried in Crowded Trucks to Phnom Penh Outskirts Factory

On September 1, 2026, garment workers were observed being transported in overcrowded trucks to a factory located on the outskirts of Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia. This report highlights a facet of the transportation situation for workers, and by extension, the labor conditions within Cambodia's garment industry, a key sector for the nation's economy. Many garment factories are situated in suburban areas, away from the urban center, posing challenges in securing transportation for workers. For laborers earning low wages, the burden of transportation costs and time is significant. The overcrowded state of their transport raises concerns about worker safety and health. The Cambodian garment industry is a vital pillar driving economic growth, yet the protection of workers' rights and the improvement of working conditions remain issues of concern for the international community and labor unions. This report brings to light the realities of the labor scene, which can often be overshadowed by economic development.