Property News Roundup 10th November 2025
We’re delighted to share the weekly news highlights below.
1. Gen Y and Z Now Make Up Half of Cambodia’s Active Labour Pool
According to a recent report by Kiripost, Generation Y (Millennials) and Generation Z now represent nearly half of Cambodia’s active labour force, marking a significant demographic shift in the country’s employment landscape. This young and dynamic workforce is reshaping Cambodia’s economic potential, bringing stronger adaptability, digital awareness, and entrepreneurial drive to the market. However, despite their growing presence, many Gen Y and Z workers still face challenges related to skills development, formal training, and access to high-value employment opportunities. The government and private sector are increasingly emphasizing vocational education, digital literacy, and professional upskilling to align this demographic’s potential with the demands of a modern economy. As Cambodia continues to diversify its industrial and service sectors, this new generation will play a crucial role in driving innovation, productivity, and competitiveness, ultimately shaping the country’s long-term economic trajectory and urban workforce transformation.
November 3rd, 2025, Kiripost: https://tinyurl.com/3tc79c8k
2. Canadian Consortium Eyes Investment in Cambodia’s Key Sectors
A Canadian consortium led by Lee Li Holdings recently explored investment opportunities in Cambodia, meeting with a government delegation headed by Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol, and First Vice-Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC). The talks, held at Lee Li’s fruit-juice facility in Toronto, focused on six priority sectors: oil and gas, healthcare, food processing, logistics, export accreditation centres and the automotive industry. Lee Li emphasised Cambodia’s strategic position as a regional hub and highlighted the importance of deploying international-grade technology and production standards in the kingdom. Mr Sun noted the meeting offered valuable insight into Canadian production practices, which could inform Cambodia’s ongoing efforts to enhance its agro-industrial and food-processing capabilities. With Cambodia actively seeking foreign investment and diversification, collaborations like this one signal growing confidence from international investors and the potential for substantial sector-specific growth.
November 3rd, 2025, Construction and Property: https://tinyurl.com/2v3svu7j
3. Cambodia Approves 8 New Investment Projects Worth Over USD 74 Million
The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has approved eight new investment projects worth a total of over USD 74 million, expected to create approximately 4,400 new jobs across multiple provinces. Among these, one project focuses on agro-industrial processing and food production, while the remaining seven are concentrated in manufacturing sectors, including testing and measuring instruments, plastic-based pet supplies, kitchen equipment, automotive and ship materials, toys, and processed metal components. The projects are distributed across Phnom Penh, Takeo, Kampong Speu, and Kampong Chhnang, reflecting the government’s ongoing efforts to decentralize industrial development beyond the capital. These approvals highlight Cambodia’s continued commitment to attracting foreign direct investment and diversifying its industrial base, moving toward higher-value production and export-oriented industries. Collectively, these new ventures reinforce the country’s position as a growing manufacturing and agro-industrial hub within the ASEAN region, contributing to sustainable job creation and regional economic resilience
November 3rd, 2025, Khmer Time: https://tinyurl.com/yeyvtm7r
4. Investments worth $400M under review for Cambodia’s northeast
Cambodia is currently reviewing 11 investment projects totaling approximately USD 400 million under the “Special Programme to Promote Investment in the Four Northeastern Provinces” (SPIN), which targets the provinces of Kratie, Stung Treng, Ratanakiri and Mondulkiri. These proposed projects span sectors such as agriculture, agro-industry, hospitality, education, healthcare and transport / logistics infrastructure. As part of the initiative, one major component is a planned USD 350 million multipurpose port in Kratie Province, envisioned as the region’s first major logistics hub, with links to the future Funan-Techo Canal. The programme reflects Cambodia’s broader strategy to unlock growth in lesser-developed regions, support job creation (estimated ~800 jobs for this batch), and encourage balanced regional development through improved connectivity and investment diversification.
November 3rd, 2025, Khmer Times: https://tinyurl.com/3mf353j4
5. Organic market growth fuelled by soaring domestic demand
Demand for organic products in Cambodia is experiencing strong growth as domestic consumers become more health conscious and affluent. Urban shoppers in cities like Phnom Penh are increasingly seeking out certified organic foods and beverages, driving retail expansion and prompting more stores and producers to adapt their offerings. This trend reflects both rising disposable incomes and changing lifestyle preferences among the emerging middle class. Domestic producers are responding by adopting sustainable farming methods, increasing production of organic vegetables and fruits, and seeking certification to meet buyer expectations. At the same time, the broader supply-chain is adapting, with retailers and imports adjusting to the heightened interest in “clean” and traceable food sources. Although higher production costs and certification hurdles remain challenges, the domestic organic sector is gaining momentum, offering new opportunities for producers, retailers, and investors who can align with evolving consumer behaviour.
November 3rd, 2025, Khmer Times: https://tinyurl.com/3hc9axda
6. McDonald’s Eyes Expansion in Cambodia: A New Business Opportunity Awaits
McDonald’s is actively exploring entry into Cambodia, signaling strong confidence in the country’s fast-food potential. In a recent meeting between Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol and McDonald’s Senior Executive Director Andrew Gregory (franchising and global development), the global brand’s growth strategy was discussed in the context of Cambodia’s expanding middle class, youthful population and evolving dining culture. McDonald’s emphasized its commitment to establishing a transparent and resilient supply chain, and improving food-service standards in line with its international operations. The Cambodian government pledged support and coordination to facilitate the brand’s investment, recognizing the potential benefits of job creation, enhanced food quality and business practices. This development reflects Cambodia’s attractiveness to global franchise operators and suggests rising opportunity in the country’s retail-food sector for both international players and local partners.
November 7th, 2025, Construction and Property: https://tinyurl.com/ms66xk64
7. TUI Group to expand investment and support for Cambodia’s tourism development
TUI Group has announced plans to significantly expand its investment and support for Cambodia’s tourism industry, underscoring the country’s growing appeal as a travel destination. The company’s strategy involves launching additional hotels and resort properties in Cambodia, alongside collaboration with local partners to enhance service standards, supply-chain development and workforce training. This move reflects confidence in the Kingdom’s upscale tourism potential, driven by a rising middle class, increased international visitor arrivals and ongoing infrastructure development. The expansion is expected to generate job opportunities, boost hospitality investment, and improve Cambodia’s positioning in the regional tourism market. For property stakeholders, TUI Group’s presence signals increased demand for high-quality accommodations, serviced apartments and ancillary retail and leisure components—creating positive ripple effects for real estate, especially in hospitality-led mixed-use developments.
November 7th, 2025, Khmer Times: https://tinyurl.com/yzet24df
8. US lifts arms embargo on Cambodia after Trump oversees ceasefire deal
The United States has lifted its arms embargo on Cambodia following a ceasefire agreement mediated by former U.S. President Donald Trump between Cambodia and Thailand. The embargo, originally imposed in 2021, had targeted Cambodia due to concerns over growing Chinese military influence, corruption, and human rights issues. The U.S. government cited Cambodia’s renewed commitment to regional peace and security, as well as its engagement on defense cooperation and efforts to combat cross-border crime, as reasons for easing the restrictions. Analysts note that while the decision signals a warming of U.S.-Cambodia relations, its practical impact may be limited, given Cambodia’s uncertain interest or capacity to acquire advanced American weaponry. The key challenge remains whether Cambodia will allow greater Chinese access to its strategic Ream naval base, a factor that could influence regional security dynamics. Overall, the move is seen as both symbolic and strategic, highlighting U.S. intentions to re-engage in Southeast Asia.
November 7th, 2025, Reuters: https://tinyurl.com/4w4yd2bb
9. BBC to promote Cambodia’s tourism potential to global audience
The BBC is partnering with Cambodia’s tourism authorities to promote the country’s travel potential to a global audience. The initiative aims to showcase Cambodia’s rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes and emerging hospitality sector through the BBC’s international reach, helping raise awareness of destinations beyond the established hotspots. With international arrivals already rebounding, the campaign is expected to support growth in tourism, hospitality and aviation sectors. The partnership signals a strategic push by Cambodia’s Ministry of Tourism to capitalize on its “hidden‑gem” appeal and attract higher‑value visitors. This campaign is part of broader promotion efforts including new flight routes, luxury resort developments and targeting markets such as Europe and the Middle East. Success will depend not only on exposure but on improving infrastructure, services and visitor experience to convert awareness into sustained growth.
November 7th, 2025, Khmer Times: https://tinyurl.com/vkhz3apw
10. Angkor Site draws tourists and large crowds during Water Festival
On the second day of the Water Festival (November 5th, 2025), the Angkor Archaeological Park near Siem Reap drew tens of thousands of both domestic and international tourists. Local authorities reported large inflows, underscoring how the festival holiday continues to attract large crowds to cultural‑heritage sites. The surge in visitors highlighted Cambodia’s tourism momentum during festival periods, with the Angkor site serving as a major draw beyond urban celebrations in Phnom Penh. The big attendance points to the dual appeal of ancient monuments and festival atmosphere yet also underscores the challenges of crowd‑management and preserving the site’s integrity amid heavy visitor flows. For the hospitality and travel sectors in Siem Reap, the spike is a positive sign of rebound—and for heritage authorities, it is a reminder of balancing tourism growth with sustainable preservation.
November 7th, 2025, Khmer Times: https://tinyurl.com/m5jsy4dc