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Cambodian Regulators Signal Plans to Oversee Crypto and Virtual Assets
Cambodia's SEC and central bank say they plan to introduce a regulatory framework for crypto and virtual assets, citing macroeconomic, consumer-protection and money-laundering risks.
Foreign Visitor Numbers to Cambodia Nearly Halve Over First Eight Months of 2026
International arrivals to Cambodia fell 44.4% in the first eight months of 2026, straining tour guides and vendors while prompting the ADB to lower its growth forecast for the Kingdom.
ADB Trims Cambodia's 2026 Growth Outlook to 3.9% as Tourism Weakens
The Asian Development Bank has cut Cambodia's 2026 growth forecast to 3.9% as tourism slumps, though it expects a rebound to 4.7% in 2027 on the back of strong manufacturing and investment.
Cambodia-Vietnam trade climbs 7% in first eight months of the year
Bilateral trade between Cambodia and Vietnam reached nearly $6 billion in the first eight months of 2026, up 7%, with officials pointing to deeper government and private-sector cooperation as the driving force.
Cambodian Craftspeople Build Connections at China-ASEAN Expo Despite Limited Export Breakthroughs
Cambodian handicraft entrepreneurs are using the China-ASEAN Expo to raise their international profile and build business relationships, though years of participation have yet to yield major export agreements.