Cambodia's LDC Graduation: International Partnerships Crucial for Resilience
Cambodia is slated to graduate from Least Developed Country (LDC) status in December 2029. To mitigate the economic impact of losing export preferences, strengthening international partnerships, including with Japan, and implementing structural reforms are deemed crucial.
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