Property News Roundup 15th December 2025
We’re delighted to share the weekly news highlights below.
1. Cambodia to Launch 5G Services in Phnom Penh and Five Provinces from 2026
Cambodia will begin rolling out 5G services in early 2026, starting in Phnom Penh and five provinces, supported by major infrastructure investments to enhance connectivity and digital transformation. This initiative aims to deliver ultra-fast speeds and low latency, fostering innovation in sectors such as smart cities, e-commerce, and public services, and positioning the country as a competitive player in the regional digital economy.
08 December 2025 | Source: Khmer Times | Link: https://tinyurl.com/mpj44zf6
2. International Investors Target Five Key Cambodian Sectors
Cambodia is drawing strong interest from international investors led by a delegation from Cambodia Securities PLC focused on five central sectors: manufacturing, industrial development, infrastructure, real estate, and finance, as discussed with Deputy Secretary General Lim Visal on December 2, 2025. The Council for the Development of Cambodia affirmed this momentum, reporting that in the first nine months of 2025 it approved 546 new investment projects worth nearly $8 billion, anticipated to generate around 37,000 jobs.
08 December 2025 | Source: Construction Property | Link: https://tinyurl.com/4w6wdf8j
3. Trump signs order to create food supply chain task forces to protect competition
President Trump signed an executive order creating Food Supply Chain Security Task Forces to combat anti-competitive practices in key agricultural sectors. The initiative aims to protect affordability, strengthen supply chain integrity, and enhance national security through enforcement and regulatory reforms.
08 December 2025 | Source: Reuters | Link: https://tinyurl.com/25puucma
4. China’s trade surplus hits $1 trillion in just 11 months despite plunge in shipments to US
China’s exports grew faster than expected in November 2025, signaling resilience in global demand despite economic uncertainties. This rebound, driven by strong shipments of electronics and machinery, suggests improving trade momentum that could support China’s broader economic recovery.
08 December 2025 | Source: CNN | Link: https://tinyurl.com/38e78h2a
5. CMAC and APOPO Launch $281K Project to Clear Nearly 8 Million Sqm of Landmines
CMAC and APOPO have launched a $281,000 project to clear nearly 8 million square meters of landmines in Cambodia’s northeastern provinces. This initiative aims to improve safety, enable agricultural development, and support socio-economic growth in previously contaminated areas.
09 December 2025 | Source: Construction Property | Link: https://tinyurl.com/2s4xj8tz
6. Cambodia Launches Decade-Long National Rural Development Policy
Cambodia has launched a decade-long National Rural Development Policy aimed at improving infrastructure, livelihoods, and access to essential services in rural areas. The policy seeks to reduce poverty and promote inclusive growth by enhancing roads, clean water, education, and economic opportunities for rural communities.
10 December 2025 | Source: Construction Property | Link: https://tinyurl.com/msc7w768
7. China’s consumer inflation quickens to 21-month high, producer deflation persists
China’s consumer inflation accelerated in November 2025, driven by rising food and service prices, while producer prices continued to decline, reflecting persistent factory-sector weakness. This mixed trend highlights uneven economic recovery, with domestic demand improving but industrial deflation signaling challenges for manufacturing and exports.
10 December 2025 | Source: Reuters | Link: https://tinyurl.com/ydbtfnpp
8. Vietnam, Cambodia bolster border trade connectivity
Vietnam and Cambodia have agreed to strengthen border trade connectivity through improved infrastructure, streamlined customs procedures, and enhanced logistics cooperation. This initiative aims to boost bilateral trade, support regional economic integration, and create new opportunities for businesses in both countries.
11 December 2025 | Source: Khmer Times | Link: https://tinyurl.com/55tv8sfs
9. China’s BYD tries to break out of mass-market trap as domestic sales stall
China’s EV giant BYD is seeking to break out of the mass-market segment as domestic sales slow, aiming to expand into premium models and overseas markets. This strategic shift reflects growing competition in China’s EV industry and BYD’s ambition to strengthen profitability and global brand presence.
12 December 2025 | Source: The Phnom Penh Post| Link: https://tinyurl.com/z59swtjm
10. ADB approves $400 million loan to make it easier to do business in the Philippines
The Asian Development Bank has approved a $400 million loan to the Philippines to simplify business regulations and improve competitiveness. This initiative aims to reduce bureaucratic barriers, attract investment, and foster economic growth through a more efficient and transparent business environment.
12 December 2025 | Source: Reuters | Link: https://tinyurl.com/bd3w5pt4