Cambodia Aims to Register 2 Million Informal Economy Workers by 2028, Exceeds 500,000
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Cambodia Aims to Register 2 Million Informal Economy Workers by 2028, Exceeds 500,000

Cambodia is targeting the registration of 2 million informal economy workers by 2028, having already surpassed 500,000 registrations. This initiative aims to formally recognize the sector's contribution, providing access to social protection, vocational training, and financial services.

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  • Cambodia, France Launch Joint Study for Modern Wholesale Market in Phnom Penh

    Cambodia's Ministry of Commerce and French firm SEMMARIS have initiated a feasibility study for a modern wholesale market in Phnom Penh, aiming to modernize the nation's distribution networks and improve market access for agricultural products.

  • Cambodia Aims to Register 2 Million Informal Economy Participants by 2028

    Cambodia's government has set a target to register at least 2 million workers and businesses in the informal economy by 2028 under its National Strategy on Informal Economic Development, aiming to expand access to social protection, skills training, and financial services.

  • Cambodia Signs MOU for Wholesale Market Project in Phnom Penh

    Cambodia's Ministry of Commerce has signed an MOU with WorldBridge Group and France's SEMMARIS to support and coordinate a feasibility study for a wholesale market project in Phnom Penh. The initiative aims to modernize distribution and strengthen supply chains for local agricultural products.

  • Cambodia's Top 3 Francophone Trade Partners: Vietnam, Canada, and France

    As Cambodia prepares to host the 20th Francophonie Summit, Vietnam, Canada, and France stand out as its primary trade partners. Bilateral trade with Vietnam reached $7.16 billion, Canada $1.22 billion, and France approximately $561 million from January to October 2026, all showing year-on-year growth. This highlights Cambodia's strategic intent to leverage its role as chair of the Francophonie to enhance economic cooperation, attract investment, and expand market access.