Cambodia
From Jan-Feb 2025, Cambodia welcomes 1.3 mil int’l tourists, +28% YoY; Thailand tops with 352k visitors, +42% YoY.
Latest monthly intl arrivals
611,894
Jan 2025
Recovery vs 2019
95%
Jan 2019: 647,206
YTD Intl Arrivals
6,699,471
No 2024 data
Percent of 2024 Target
∞%
of unknown target
Source: Intl arrivals - NagaCorp Ltd. Page last updated: 17 Apr 2025.
Latest Travel Industry News
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13-Apr-2025 👨✈️ aviationDara Sakor Airport has opened for regular domestic flights, with the inaugural flight received from Phnom Penh by Cambodia Airways on 12 Apr. The flights will run once per weekSource: khmertimeskh.com/501669054/dara-sakor-airport-in-sw-cambodia-opens-to-domestic-regular-flights-for-1st-time/
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12-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundOver 50% of accommodations in Kep province are booked for the Khmer New Year holiday, with over half of the 1,700 available rooms reserved as of 11 Apr. Authorities discouraged tourism service providers from raising prices during the festive period. Businesses are urged to agree on prices in advanceSource: khmertimeskh.com/501668864/over-50-percent-of-accommodations-booked-in-kep-ahead-of-khmer-new-year-no-price-hikes-encouraged/
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9-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundOn 8 Apr, an inter-ministerial meeting was held, focusing on the development of a long-term strategy to attract investment and increase revenue through port construction along the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers. The project aims to enhance eco-tourism, cultural tourism, promote water transportation for agricultural products while reducing road traffic accidents and transport costsSource: asianews.network/widespread-support-for-plans-for-new-tonle-sap-mekong-ports-in-cambodia/
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9-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundThe National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) and Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) launched the second phase of the cross-border QR payment linkage, allowing travellers to make payments by scanning QR codes using the Bakong and DuitNow applicationsSource: khmertimeskh.com/501667005/cambodian-malaysian-travellers-can-now-make-payments-via-qr-scan/#google_vignette
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9-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundAccording to a report by the Ministry of Tourism, from Jan-Feb 2025, Cambodia welcomed around 1.26 million foreign tourists (+27.9% YoY). Top source markets include Thailand with 351,934 visitors (+42.2%), Vietnam (202,121 visitors) , and China (184,372 visitors). 42.3% of tourists arrived by airSource: khmertimeskh.com/501667229/cambodia-attracts-1-26-million-foreign-tourists-in-first-two-months/
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9-Apr-2025 🌏 outboundAccording to a report by the Ministry of Tourism, from Jan-Feb 2025, Cambodian outbound tourism rose by 18.8%, totalling 312,064 travellersSource: khmertimeskh.com/501667229/cambodia-attracts-1-26-million-foreign-tourists-in-first-two-months/
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8-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundThe Prime Minister announced a plan to develop a 70-hectare public park in Kob Srov in Prek Pnov district, intended for recreational use, including exercise, concerts, and general entertainment. He said that Phnom Penh Governor Khuong Sreng is planting trees in public spaces to reduce urban heat, and urged improvements to public roads to ease traffic congestion and improve flowSource: khmertimeskh.com/501666630/pm-orders-creation-of-70-hectare-public-park-in-capital/
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7-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundDuring the Songkran Cultural Heritage Charity Event 2025, Cambodia's Minister of Tourism (MoT) praised the Cambodia Chinese Commerce Association (CCCA) for its efforts in promoting the nation’s tourism and cultural heritage. At the event, over $10,000 USD was raised to support charitable organisations. He announced that the Cambodia Tourism Golf Classic Master Open Amateur Series 2025 and the Multinational Business Forum will be held from 26-28 Apr in Siem ReapSource: khmertimeskh.com/501666401/minister-lauds-cccas-efforts-in-enhancing-tourism-landscape/
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7-Apr-2025 👨✈️ aviationThe Royal Government approved the National Policy on Air Transport (2025–2035), designed to boost Cambodia’s connectivity, economic growth, and sustainable development. The National Policy aims at achieving 25 million air passengers and 205,000 tonnes of cargo annually by 2035Source: khmertimeskh.com/501665857/govt-okays-natl-policy-on-air-transport-sets-targets-of-25m-air-passengers/
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6-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundDuring the inauguration of the Cambodia-China Joint Logistics and Training Centre on 5 Apr, Prime Minister announced that some island development projects have been reclaimed from private companies due to lack of progress. He suggested that these islands could be allocated to the navy for long-term defence purposesSource: khmertimeskh.com/501665759/abandoned-and-inactive-cambodian-island-projects-reclaimed/
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5-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundThe Ministry of Tourism and the Cambodia-China Friendship Radio of China Media Group will organise new programs to promote Cambodia-China tourism in 2025 in a new agreementSource: khmertimeskh.com/501665344/ministry-of-tourism-chinas-cmg-agrees-to-promote-tourism-through-news-programmes/
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4-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundThe Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sport encourages educational institutions to actively participate in preserving and promoting Khmer culture during the Khmer New Year celebrations. Key activities promoted include traditional dances like Romvong, Rom Kbach, Saravan, and Trot, as well as games like Chol Chhoung and Bos Angkunh. Non-traditional activities like water spraying and powder application, which are considered unsafe, are prohibited during the celebrationsSource: khmertimeskh.com/501664763/ministry-promotes-traditional-games-and-dances-for-kny/
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4-Apr-2025 👨✈️ aviationThe Draft National Policy on Air Transport 2025-2035 is nearing the final stages of review. The national policy aims to enhance Cambodia's air transport sector by improving connectivity at local, regional, and global levels, while boosting passenger and cargo benefitsSource: khmertimeskh.com/501664715/cambodias-national-policy-on-air-transport-in-final-stages/
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4-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundThe Ministry of Environment hosted a 4-day fam trip to the Cardamom Mountains to boost knowledge of the sustainable ecotourism opportunities there as part of the World Bank’s Cambodia Sustainable Landscape and Ecotourism Project (CSLEP). Investors, tour operators and media and online influencers travelled there, and included visits to key tourist resorts and a private sector networking eventSource: khmertimeskh.com/501665155/moe-hosts-landmark-eco-tourism-exploration-in-the-cardamom-mountains/
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4-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundSiem Reap Provincial Authority announced 6 days of free bus travel on the Phnom Penh City Bus during the Khmer New Year (12-17 Apr). The Phnom Penh Municipal Administration has arranged 597 buses for this initiativeSource: khmertimeskh.com/501665176/siem-reap-authority-announces-free-bus-travel-for-kny/
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4-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundThe HEAVEN747 Songkran Festival 2025 will be held from 13-15 Apr in New Poipet, featuring electronic dance music (EDM) performances, a party zone on a Boeing 747, light shows, drone displays, and fireworksSource: laotiantimes.com/2025/04/04/heaven-747-songkran-festival-2025-the-worlds-first-songkran-festival-on-a-boeing-747-lands-in-new-poipet-cambodia/
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4-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundAccording to the Acting Director of the Siem Reap Provincial Department of Tourism, for the 3-day Angkor Sankranta 2025, over 85% of rooms in downtown hotels and guesthouses were booked, while 60% in suburban areas were also booked. In Q1 2025, Siem Reap welcomed 806,631 tourists, including 398,531 international visitors, -14.16% YoYSource: khmertimeskh.com/501665111/siem-reap-will-provide-the-best-service-at-reasonable-costs-during-angkor-sankranta/
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3-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundThe US will impose a broad-based reciprocal tariff ranging 10%-50% on goods entering the country from 9 Apr. The tariffs will be: - Cambodia, 49% - Vietnam, 46% - Thailand, 37% - China, 34% - Indonesia, 32% - Malaysia, 24% - The Philippines, 18% - Singapore, 10% The executive order mentioned that the trading relationship between the US and its trading partners has become highly unbalancedSource: malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/04/03/trump-announces-tariffs-on-all-countries-including-malaysia-at-24pc/171703
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3-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundU.S. President Donald Trump announced a 49% tariff increase on Cambodian imports, effective from 9 Apr. The spokesman for Cambodia's Ministry of Economy and Finance stated that a working group is assessing the situation to find solutions that will maintain Cambodia's economic competitiveness. AmCham Cambodia called for a reconsideration of the tariffs and urged both parties to engage in negotiationsSource: khmertimeskh.com/501664557/cambodia-carefully-reviewing-shock-us-tariff-increases-of-up-to-49-to-find-solutions-to-ensure-the-cambodian-economy-remains-competitive/
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3-Apr-2025 👨✈️ aviationOn 1 Apr, Cambodia Airways launched its first non-stop direct flight from Hong Kong to Phnom Penh. The inaugural flight ceremony was attended by prominent figures including the Legislative Council Member (Tourism) of Hong Kong, and CEO of Cambodia AirwaysSource: khmertimeskh.com/501664116/cambodia-airways-launches-non-stop-pp-hk-direct-flight/
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2-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundAccording to a report from the Angkor Enterprise, Angkor Archaeological Park welcomed around 400,000 foreign tourists (+15% YoY) in Q1 2025, up from 347,534 in Q1 2024Source: khmertimeskh.com/501663449/angkor-receives-400000-foreign-tourists-in-q1-2025/
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2-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundOn 1 Apr, a Malta-flagged cruise ship brought over 600 international tourists from 22 nationalities to Cambodia, docking at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port for a 1-day visit. The largest groups of tourists were from the United States (214 passengers), the United Kingdom (129 passengers), and Australia (146 passengers)Source: khmertimeskh.com/501663603/over-600-foreign-tourists-visit-cambodia-via-the-sihanoukville-seaport/#google_vignette
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1-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundA bilateral agreement between Cambodia and Thailand resulted in the waiver of Re-Entry Permit fees for Cambodian workers from 1 Apr - 15 May, applied to workers with valid passports, Travel Documents (TD), and Non-Immigration L-A work visas extending beyond 15 May. Cambodia’s Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training is preparing the Poipet International Border Gate in Banteay Meanchey province for the smooth return of migrant workersSource: khmertimeskh.com/501662868/cambodia-gears-up-for-influx-of-returning-migrant-workers-for-khmer-new-year-waives-re-entry-fees/
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1-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundCambodian Deputy Prime Minister met with the Crown Prince of Luxembourg to discuss strengthening bilateral ties, and enhancing cooperation in economy, trade, tourism, and people-to-people exchange. After the meeting, a General Cooperation Agreement was signed between the 2 governmentsSource: khmertimeskh.com/501662871/cambodia-luxembourg-to-foster-cooperation-in-various-areas/
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1-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundThe Deputy Governor of Kampong Cham said that the province planned to build a new tourism port in Kampong Cham city to attract more visitors. He added that the provincial administration proposed 5 additional ports along the riverbank, which are under considerationSource: khmertimeskh.com/501662791/k-cham-plans-new-tourism-port/
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1-Apr-2025 🛬 inboundA pilot project under the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) Destination Eco-Talents (DET) initiative was launched in Cambodia and Vietnam, set to run until 2027, focusing on sustainable tourism, empowering women, youth, and rural communities while boosting tourism competitiveness. From 26-28 Mar, the OIF organised a workshop in Siem Reap. DET Centres will be established in pilot countries, including Siem Reap, to provide training, promote sustainable tourism awareness, and showcase local productsSource: ttgasia.com/2025/04/01/new-project-empowers-communities-through-sustainable-tourism-in-cambodia-and-vietnam/
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30-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundThe Minister of Tourism led a delegation to inspect the “Te Tuk Puh” natural tourist site Kampong Speu, aiming to develop tourism packages to attract more visitors and boost local livelihoodsSource: khmertimeskh.com/501662357/tourism-minister-inspects-te-tuk-puh-natural-site-for-development-potential/
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30-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundRide hailing app MOVE and BookMeBus have signed an MoU to allow MOVE customers to book bus and boat tickets via the MOVE appSource: cambodiainvestmentreview.com/2025/03/29/move-partners-with-bookmebus-to-launch-integrated-bus-and-ferry-booking-advancing-cambodias-first-travel-super-app/
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28-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundIHG Hotels & Resorts is partnering with Peninsula Bay Investment Co. Ltd on the 300-room InterContinental Sihanoukville hotel, set to open in 2028, featuring dining venues, bars, a spa, and coastal views, catering to both leisure and business guestsSource: ttrweekly.com/site/2025/03/intercontinental-brand-returns-to-cambodia/
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28-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundThe 3rd National Science, Technology, and Innovation Day (STI Day 2025) unveiled Cambodia’s AI-powered Digital Travel Platform at Sokha Phnom Penh Hotel. The platform features real-time updates on crowd control and travel policies; personalised recommendations and AR-enhanced cultural insights; and reservation services. It is expected to gain 100,000 subscribers by the end of 2025 and initially targets Chinese tourists, but seeks to attract local and global travellersSource: khmertimeskh.com/501661195/cambodia-unveils-ai-powered-digital-travel-platform//
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26-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundThe Tourism Police Department of the National Police General Directorate issued complaint forms for citizens and foreign tourists to report online scams. The Director of the Tourism Police Department highlighted the recent arrest of a fraudster who used a fake Facebook page to scam individuals into paying for goods that were never deliveredSource: khmertimeskh.com/501660088/tourism-police-department-presents-complaint-form-for-citizens-and-foreign-tourists-in-case-of-being-scammed-by-online-scammers/
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26-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundCambodia’s Ministry of Tourism and China’s Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS) initiated a partnership to boost Chinese tourist arrivals. Key objectives include strengthening capacity building for government officials through leader and technical-level exchanges, and enhancing tourism cooperation to bolster bilateral relations and economic developmentSource: khmertimeskh.com/501659830/mot-cass-discuss-means-to-increase-tourist-arrivals/
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26-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundCambodia's 197.36-km National Road 10 Project, connecting Samlot, Veal Veng, and Koh Kong, has reached 98.2% completion and is expected to complete in Jun 2025. The bridge No. 28, set to be the highest bridge in the country and part of the project, will be temporarily opened for light vehicles from 11-17 Apr 2025, during Khmer New Year celebrations. The whole project includes 478 drainage systems and 32 bridgesSource: khmertimeskh.com/501660015/cambodias-landmark-bridge-set-for-temporary-khmer-new-year-opening/
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26-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundIn Q1 2025, Jaya House River Park’s bookings were +18% YoY. Growth was driven by travellers from the U.K. and the U.S., with many newlyweds choosing Cambodia for their honeymoon. The hotel saw an increase in interest from first-time visitors to Asia. The average stay extended to 5 nights per bookingSource: travelandtourworld.com/news/article/jaya-house-river-park-sees-18-booking-increase-as-uk-and-us-travelers-boost-cambodia-tourism-know-more/
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24-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundThe Indian Embassy, in collaboration with other Ministries and Embassies, organised the Mekong Ganga Cooperation (MGC) Food Festival in Phnom Penh, showcasing signature cuisines from the 6 MGC countries. Over 12 restaurants from India, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand participatedSource: khmertimeskh.com/501658839/mekong-ganga-cooperation-food-festival-2025-attracts-the-attention-of-tourists-on-walk-street/
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24-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundThe Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior urged citizens, youth, and students to participate in Walking Street activities to promote tourism in Phnom Penh, operating every Sat and Sun from 6pm-11pmSource: khmertimeskh.com/501658895/sar-sokha-urges-more-individuals-to-walk-along-walk-street-to-enhance-tourism/
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24-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundThe Kampot International Tourist Port will be officially inaugurated on 3 Apr. On 21 Mar, the Secretary of State for the Ministry of Public Works and Transport led a delegation to inspect the siteSource: khmertimeskh.com/501658453/kampot-international-tourist-port-to-be-officially-inaugurated-on-april-3-2025/
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24-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundOn 22 Mar, during the opening of the 9th River Festival in Takeo Province, the Prime Minister announced that there is no ban on using water pistols during the Khmer New Year, but they must be used safely and with cautionSource: khmertimeskh.com/501658472/no-ban-on-kny-water-fights-but-traditional-khmer-games-encouraged/
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23-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundOn 21 Mar, a workshop on the development, management, and strengthening of tourism products and services took place in Takeo province, attended by officials, tourism operators, business owners, associations, influencers, and development partners from all 25 provinces and the capital. The workshop aims to attract tourists to Takeo and neighboring provinces. The Minister of Tourism urged stakeholders to promote sustainable, resilient, and environmentally friendly tourism growthSource: khmertimeskh.com/501658426/minister-of-tourism-calls-for-collective-cooperation-for-sustainable-tourism-growth/
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22-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundCambodia's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister met with the Togolese Foreign Minister in Phnom Penh to sign 2 agreements on bilateral consultations and visa exemption for holders of diplomatic and service passports. Both ministers agreed to promote high-level exchanges, with Dussey extending an invitation to Sokhonn for an official visit to Togo in 2025Source: khmertimeskh.com/501658306/cambodia-togo-sign-deals-on-bilateral-consultations-visa-facilitation/
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21-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundOn 20 May, the Prime Minister met with the CEO of Capital A Group in Phnom Penh. The Prime Minister urged AirAsia to partner with the Cambodian government to boost tourism developmentSource: khmertimeskh.com/501657988/pm-encourages-airasia-to-help-promote-cambodias-tourism/#google_vignette
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20-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundOn 18 Feb, the Cambodian Tourism Minister met with the Nepalese Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation to discuss promoting religious tourism, with a focus on Buddhist tourism destinations, and establishing direct flights between Phnom Penh and Lumbini. Both sides also discussed the feasibility of signing an MoU to formalise their tourism partnership. In 2024, Cambodia welcomed 6,404 visitors from Nepal, +118% YoYSource: khmertimeskh.com/501657159/cambodia-nepal-pledge-to-promote-religious-tourism-potential/#google_vignette
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20-Mar-2025 🛬 inbound22,000-hectare Mekong Irrawaddy Dolphin Management and Conservation Area, located in Kratie province, has been registered as state land to prevent land encroachment, protect the endangered Mekong Irrawaddy dolphins, and conserve Cambodia’s vital natural resourcesSource: khmertimeskh.com/501656933/nearly-22000-ha-dolphin-conservation-zone-created/
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19-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundCambodian officials, including the Foreign Ministry Spokesman, are confident the country will be removed from the U.S.’s Yellow List, which is set to impose 60 days for review and resolution of security concerns before granting visas. The spokesman said that Cambodia is committed to cooperating with the US, particularly on repatriating Cambodian deportees. The president of the Asian Vision Institute argued that the listing is unfair, outdated, and does not reflect Cambodia’s current peaceful and stable statusSource: khmertimeskh.com/501656161/cambodia-confident-of-removal-from-us-yellow-list-travel-restrictions-after-review/
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19-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundAccording to the data released by the Indonesian Embassy in Phnom Penh, Indonesian tourist arrivals in Cambodia increased eleven-fold over 5 years, from 14,564 in 2020 to 166,795 in 2024. Cambodia is now among the top 10 destinations most visited by Indonesian citizens. The Managing Director of Salaf Travels in Jakarta said that the growing expatriate population in Indonesia, particularly in Jakarta, Batam, and Bali, is eager to explore Cambodia and Southeast AsiaSource: khmertimeskh.com/501656108/indonesian-tourists-to-cambodia-jump-eleven-fold-in-5-years/
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19-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundAccording to the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), Cambodia targets 1 million tourists from Henan province by 2025. The Deputy Prime Minister urged Chinese authorities to expand flight routes for Cambodia’s national airline to enhance people-to-people (P2P) and business-to-business (B2B) exchanges, with focused areas in aviation, tourism, infrastructure, and Cambodia's investment potentialSource: khmertimeskh.com/501656120/cambodia-aims-to-attract-1m-chinese-tourists-by-year-end/
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19-Mar-2025 🛬 inboundOn 18 Mar, Cambodia's Acting Head of State and Senate President met with the Honorary Consul of Cyprus to Cambodia in Phnom Penh to discuss strengthened ties in trade, tourism investment, and human capital developmentSource: khmertimeskh.com/501656373/cambodia-aims-to-promote-trade-enhance-tourism-investments-and-facilitate-human-development/
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