ng establishing production sites, R&D centers, and diversified sales networks. For instance, the first XPeng production site outside of China will go into operation this July; Li Auto commissioned its first R&D center outside of China in Germany; and BYD broke ground on a passenger vehicle plant in Cambodia. An Alibaba Cloud executive believed that now that China has become the world’s largest exporter of automobiles, China’s automotive indus...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

Cambodia and U.S. hold key talks on tariffs and trade investment framework Reported on May 21, 2025, a Cambodian delegation led by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce held multiple meetings with U.S. government and congressional leaders to negotiate tariffs and strengthen bilateral trade.  These discussions, part of the first round of Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) negotiations from May 13-14, 2025, focused on add...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/26

g hub in Ayer Keroh, Malaysia, located at Amverton Heritage Resort.  This hub, located 3 minutes off the North-South Highway in Malaysia, featuring 4 DC fast chargers and 2 AC chargers, is a key part of Charge+’s 5,000-km Cross-Border EV Charging Highway connecting Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. In addition, Charge+ and EV Edaran have formed a strategic partnership to expand EV charging infrastructure into East Malaysia,...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/19

raw. Regionally, Toyota’s production across ASEAN markets also delivered notable results. In March, Indonesia reported 21,423 units, while Thailand led the group with 48,445 units. Malaysia followed with 6,110 units, and Vietnam posted an output of 2,283 units. Smaller markets such as Myanmar and Cambodia produced 135 and 233 units, respectively. (From Toyota press release and an article of CarGuide.PH on April 28, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

BYD Cambodia breaks ground on passenger vehicle assembly plant in Sihanoukville SEZ On April 28, 2025, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for BYD Cambodia Co., Ltd.'s car assembly plant in the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone. The event was presided over by the Deputy Prime Minister, alongside the Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia and various government and company officials. The company plans to invest approximately USD 32 million in the first ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

Cambodian PM affirms no ban on used car imports Reported on April 22, 2025, the Cambodian Prime Minister, at the inauguration of a new Ford production and sub-assembly plant in Pursat province, affirmed that the government has no intention of banning the import of used cars to force citizens into buying new vehicles.  Instead, The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of encouraging car manufacturing and assembly in Cambodia to offer affordab...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

Ford Cambodia’s new production line and sub-assembly plant inaugurated On April 22, 2025, the Prime Minister of Cambodia attended the official inauguration of Ford’s new production line and sub-assembly plant in Pursat Province. During the event, the Prime Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting investors by easing regulatory requirements, such as tax reductions, and ensuring long-term political and economic stability....

News  Updated at: 2025/04/22

RAM makes Cambodian debut with launch of RAM 1500 Rebel pickup truck Reported on April 18, 2025, the 2025 RAM 1500 Rebel has officially launched in Cambodia, marking the debut of the RAM brand in the Kingdom and expanding Stellantis’ presence in the IAP region. Powered by the latest Hurricane 3.0L Twin Turbo engine, the pickup delivers up to 420 hp and comes equipped with advanced technologies.RMA Cambodia has been appointed as the exclusive di...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/22

BYD to construct EV assembly plant in Cambodia On April 10, the Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia met with the officials of BYD Auto Industry Co., Ltd. During the meeting, BYD announced that it will hold the groundbreaking ceremony for its electric vehicle assembly plant in Cambodia at the end of April. The Deputy Prime Minister welcomes it and expects that the plant will start operation...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/15

Minister of Commerce encourages EV-related investment in Cambodia Reported on March 16, 2025, the Cambodian Minister of Commerce has encouraged investment in the EV market, highlighting the potential to reduce costs, enhance energy efficiency, and lower emissions. According to the minister, private sector investment and public-private partnerships are important in driving national economic and social development. Meanwhile, the ministry will fost...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/21

CDC: BYD vehicles expected to roll off production line in Cambodia by 2025 Reported on February 7, 2025, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) revealed that BYD is set to launch an assembly plant in the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone, with land preparation for construction already underway. BYD vehicles are expected to roll off the production line in Cambodia by November 2025.  With an annual production capacity of 10,000 vehicl...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/12

THACO AUTO exports Vietnam-made Kia and Peugeot units to overseas markets on February 3 Announced on February 10, 2025, THACO AUTO exported a large shipment from Chu Lai International Port (Quang Nam) on February 3 to the markets of India, the Middle East, and Cambodia with a total value of USD 3.65 million.  The exported models included 120 Kia Frontier K2500 trucks (to the Middle East), 400 Kia Carnival body paint kits (to India), and 45 Peuge...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/11

Cambodia notes sharp rise in EV registrations, propelled by govt.’s policies Reported on January 21, 2025, the Cambodian Minister of Commerce revealed that imports of electric vehicles have risen significantly in recent years, compared to only 50 in 2019, the year electric vehicles first entered the Cambodian market. Cambodia noted 3,357 imported electric vehicles in 2024 alone.  The Minister said this growth has been driven by government init...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/27

026 weighing 3.5 tons GVW that are allowed to be operated by drivers with a Japanese Class-1 driver’s license acquired in 2017 or later. ZO Motors, which was established in 2023, has been outsourcing the production of the ZM6 to a Chinese company. While it has a plan to establish its own plant in Cambodia, it will continue to outsource production to the Chinese maker for the time being. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on January ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/16

China-based GIIHG’s subsidiary Wanli Tire starts building car tire plant in Cambodia On January 12, 2025, Wanli Tire Co. Ltd., a subsidy of China-based Guangzhou Industrial Investment Holdings Group (GIIHG), held the groundbreaking ceremony of a car tire factory in Svay Rieng province, according to the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC). The plant is located in a 32-hectare parcel in the Sin Bavet Special Economic Zone in Bavet town ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/13

Cambodia – Japan bilateral trade stands at USD 1.949 billion in Jan – Nov 2024 Reported on January 3, 2025, the data shared by Cambodia’s General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE) showed that Japan was Cambodia’s 5th largest trading partners in the first 11 months of 2024. During the period, bilateral trade between Japan and Cambodia reached USD 1.949 billion, an increase of around 19% YoY. Cambodia’s exports to Japan totaled USD ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/08

ADATA Technology interested in EV manufacturing investment in Cambodia Reported on January 5, 2025, ADATA Technology Co., Ltd., during a recent meeting with the Cambodian Minister of Environment in Phnom Penh, revealed that the company is interested in investing in EV manufacturing in Cambodia. The Minister welcomed the company’s intention, considering it a pro carbon credit investment, which is in line with the Paris Agreement on Climate Chang...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/07

Cambodia – South Korea bilateral trade up 11.5% in 2024, supported by FTA Reported on January 3, 2025, the Cambodia-Korea Free Trade Agreement (CKFTA) drove growth in the 2024 bilateral trade between Cambodia and South Korea, which reached USD 762 million, up 11.5% YoY. Following the first meeting of the CKFTA Joint Committee held in South Korea, Cambodia will host the second CKFTA Joint Committee meeting in 2025. Both sides aim to boost cooper...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/07

Cambodia to join in 1958 Agreement of WP.29 in 2025 In 2025, Cambodia will join in the 1958 Agreement worked out by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe’s World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (UNECE WP.29). Cambodia will be the eighth Asian country to join in the Agreement, following Japan and other countries. Reciprocal recognition of approvals for vehicle regulations will further expand in the Asia region. Cambodi...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/20

MPWT - EnergyLab present optimistic projections for Cambodia’s EV industry at Annual EV Showcase Reported on November 29, 2024, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) and EnergyLab projected to see 800,000 e-mobility units in Cambodia by 2030, along with a comprehensive EV charging network. Presented at the 5th Annual Electric Vehicle (EV) Showcase, these projections are in line with Cambodia’s ambitions for a sustainable electric ...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/04