Cambodia discusses incentives supporting local EV assembly industry Reported on May 16, 2026, Cambodia’s Ministry of Economy and Finance held a high-level meeting to accelerate investment support measures for the EV assembly industry.  Discussions centered on improving regulatory frameworks and incentive schemes to attract automakers, while also strengthening domestic supply chains and encouraging the adoption of green technologies.  Official...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/20

MinebeaMitsumi to consider setting up new bearing plant in Cambodia for increasing demand MinebeaMitsumi Inc. (MinebeaMitsumi) announced its plan to dramatically increase its production capacity for bearings. Centering on Cambodia, which it positions as a strategic production hub, the company is considering locations for new plants. Demand is growing for applications such as AI data centers and automobiles, prompting the company to target roughly...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/14

Cambodia records USD 472 million in tire exports in first 4 months of 2026 Reported on April 29, 2026, Cambodia’s Ministry of Commerce recorded car tire exports of USD 472 million from January to April 2026, up around 42% from USD 331 million recorded in the same period in 2025. The increase reflects expanding production capacity as foreign manufacturers scale up operations in the country, alongside government efforts to promote exports to regi...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/30

Li Auto announces partnerships to enter Middle East market and Asia Pacific region On April 26, Li Auto Inc. signed an agreement with the UAE's Al Fahim Motors and Saudi Arabia's Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors to enter the Middle East markets. Li Auto will introduce its L series models to the UAE and Saudi Arabia markets. The Company also announced plans to enter the markets of Cambodia, Laos, the Macau Special Administrative Region of China, and My...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/27

Cambodia – Japan bilateral trade totals USD 753 million in Q1 2026 Reported on April 20, 2026, Cambodia’s trade with Japan expanded strongly in Q1 2026, with total bilateral trade rising 14.8% YoY to USD 753 million, according to the General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE).  Exports to Japan increased 13.2% to USD 487 million, driven mainly by garments, selected agricultural products, etc., while imports rose faster by 17.8% to USD 2...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/23

CDC approves 2 EV assembly projects in Cambodia in Q1 2026 Reported on April 20, 2026, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) announced that it has approved two EV assembly investments in Q1 2026. The approvals form part of a broader USD 2.5 billion investment pipeline cleared between January and March. One project comes from ZDG Assembly Co., Ltd., which will invest USD 11 million to build a plant in Kandal province to produce LYNK & ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/20

YAZAKI plans Cambodia factory expansion for vehicle wires and components by 2027 On March 31, 2026, the Secretary General of the Investment Committee of Cambodia met with a delegation from YAZAKI (Cambodia) Products Co., Ltd. to discuss the company’s operations in Koh Kong province, including its production of vehicle wires and components. They also discussed the planned factory expansion, scheduled to begin production by the end of 2027.  The...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

Cambodia’s new tax cuts include electrified vehicles and EV components, effective April 1 Reported on March 29, 2026, the Cambodian government has introduced significant tax reductions on a range of goods, including hybrid (HEVs), plug-in hybrid (PHEVs), and fully electric vehicles (BEVs), aiming to stimulate economic activity and promote the adoption of green technology. Effective April 1, import duties on PHEVs will drop from 35% to 7%, while...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

Charge+ partners BYD distributor Harmony Auto to expand EV charging network in Cambodia Announced on March 30, 2026, Charge+ Cambodia signed an MOU with Harmony Auto, the authorized distributor of BYD vehicles in Cambodia, to support EV adoption. The partnership links charging services with vehicle sales to enhance the overall user experience. BYD and DENZA customers receive a 15% discount on charging across Charge+’s network, which includes 54...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

under Section 301(b) of the Trade Act of 1974 relating to structural excess capacity and production in manufacturing sectors.  As part of its investigation, the USTR is requesting consultations with the governments of China, the European Union, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Indonesia, Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, Korea, Vietnam, Taiwan, Bangladesh, Mexico, Japan, and India.    The investigations will be used to determine whether their poli...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

Cambodia Auto Show 2026 highlights growing EV presence and industry participation Reported on March 9, 2026, the Cambodia Auto Show 2026, a three-day event in Phnom Penh, concluded on March 8 with wide participation from international automakers, reflecting the rising prominence of electric vehicles (EVs) in Cambodia. About 60 companies exhibited at 115 booths, up from 87 booths in 2025, showcasing new vehicles and services. Chinese brands such a...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

RMA Cambodia boosts Ford local assembly, starts component production line Reported on February 14, 2026, Ford’s assembly operations in Cambodia have reached around 16,000 units since production began in 2022, with further capacity growth planned as the manufacturing site expands from 5 to 12 hectares. The expansion plans were discussed during a recent meeting between Cambodia’s Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation and RMA Ca...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/17

Malaysia's Gurun plant ships Peugeot 408 to Taiwan; Gurun plant eyes 20 export markets by 2028 Reported on February 11, 2026, Stellantis has begun exporting the Malaysia-made Peugeot 408 to Taiwan, the model’s third Asian market after Thailand (2024) and Cambodia (2025). The 408 features an updated 1.6-liter PureTech turbo engine compliant with Euro 6 standards. Following a EUR 1.5 million upgrade to its Gurun plant, Stellantis is expanding its...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

During its “honeymoon period,” the new government is expected to roll out accelerated economic stimulus measures, easing living costs and strengthening consumers’ purchasing power. The Bank of Thailand’s implementation of a policy interest rate cut A potential easing of border tensions with Cambodia, which would allow cross-border trade to resume Negative factors, many of which affect Thailand’s overall economic outlook in 2026, includ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/29

Cambodia’s new car sales increase in 2025; outlook cautiously positive for 2026 Reported on January 6, 2026, Cambodia’s new car market grew strongly in 2025, with new vehicles making up about 55% of total sales.The Cambodia Automotive Industry Federation (CAIF) said shrinking price differences between new and used vehicles have shifted consumer demand, cutting used cars’ market share to 45%. Customs data showed Cambodia imported nearly USD ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/09

Toyota Thailand anticipates cautious auto market recovery in 2026 amid border disruptions Reported on January 5, 2026, Toyota Motor Thailand said Thailand’s automotive market could regain momentum this year with the formation of a new government, despite ongoing pressure from weak consumer spending and disruptions linked to border-related issues involving Thailand and Cambodia. Toyota said stronger government stimulus could bolster buyer confid...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/07

g place from January 8 to 11 at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre (Level 4). Singapore is poised to become Hongqi’s first right-hand drive market in the ASEAN region, depending on whether Indonesia’s Indomobil Group launches the brand first. Hongqi already operates in Myanmar, Cambodia, Vietnam, and the Philippines, all left-hand drive markets. (From Hongqi Singapore social media updates and an article of Paul Tan on Decembe...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/26

BYD Cambodia assembly plant enters operation Announced on December 20, 2025, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) visited BYD Cambodia’s newly operational vehicle assembly plant in the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone, Preah Sihanouk Province. Built on a 12-hectare site and launched following its April 2025 groundbreaking, the facility has an annual assembly capacity exceeding 10,000 vehicles, covering both electric and hybrid m...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/23

Japanese automotive parts suppliers in Thailand and Cambodia stop operations Following the armed conflict between Thailand and Cambodia, Japanese automotive parts suppliers have been forced to suspend operations at local plants. Since many Japanese automakers and automotive parts suppliers have their main plants in Thailand, there are concerns that if the conflict drags on, it could affect global supply chains. Since December 7, operations in Poi...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/16

Cambodia highlights automotive growth through 16th Public and Private Joint Forum Reported on November 26, 2025, Cambodia’s Minister of Public Works and Transport recognized the 16th Public and Private Joint Forum in the Asian Region as a milestone for the kingdom. Officially launched on November 25 in Phnom Penh, it marked Cambodia’s first time hosting this high-level platform promoting sustainable automotive growth in Asia. Held with suppor...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/27