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A truck transports garment workers to a factory on the outskirts of Phnom Penh. Sept. 3, 2025. (CamboJA/ Pring Samrang)

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Unions Drop GFT Minimum Wage Figures, Government Now Set to Decide

11 Sep 2025 4:55 PM|
Khuon Narim|

Talks over raising the minimum wage for garment, footwear and travel goods (GFT) workers shifted on Wednesday, with unions shelving their proposed figures and looking to the government’s decision next week.

U.S Embassy in Cambodia celebrates America's Independence Day, which was attended by senior government officials, diplomates, politicians, CSOs, journalists and youths, July 3, 2025. (CamboJA/Pring Samrang)

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U.S. Imposes 36% Tariff on All Cambodian Exports, But Concerns of Shifting Manufacturing Remains

8 Jul 2025 4:41 PM|

The reciprocal tariff on all Cambodian goods by the US was revised down to 36 percent, from an initial 49 percent, effective August 1, according to an official letter from…

Garment workers leave a factory for lunch in Phnom Penh on April 7, 2025. The US is one of Cambodia’s biggest export markets for garments. (CamboJA/ Pring Samrang)

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Despite Three Rounds of Talks, Cambodia Risks 49% U.S Import Tariff as Deadline Nears

30 Jun 2025 4:28 PM|

With just 10 days left before the U.S. reciprocal tariffs take effect, President Donald Trump has confirmed he will not extend the 90-day pause beyond the July 9 deadline, signaling…

Fruits for sale at a stall in Phnom Penh, June 20, 2025. (CamboJA/Seoung Nimol)

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Sellers Support Thai Fruit Ban Despite Losses; Gov’t Promotes Alternatives

21 Jun 2025 9:25 AM|

As Cambodia’s ban on Thai fruit imports took effect amid border tensions, local traders are grappling with shortages, rising prices, and spoiled stock in Thailand—while officials urge a shift toward…

A Thai container truck waits to cross the Stung Bot border checkpoint at Banteay Meanchey province, June 9, 2025. (CamboJA/Pring Samrang)

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Trade Snags, Economic Concerns After Thai Border Restrictions

11 Jun 2025 2:46 PM|

Logistics firms and analysts are warning of trade snags and economic disruption in border towns after Thai authorities slashed operating hours at key land border crossings with Cambodia, citing security…

Solar panels on the outskirts of Phnom Penh, March 13, 2024. (CamboJA/Pring Samrang)

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U.S. Solar Tariffs Soar Amid Trade Rift, Cambodia Denies China Proxy Role

23 Apr 2025 12:59 PM|

Cambodia has been hit with a steep tariff of more than 3,500% on its solar cell exports to the U.S. – the highest among Southeast Asian countries – after producers…

Kampot International Tourism Port inaugurated by Prime Minister Hun Manet on April 21, 2025. (Photo: STPM)

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Kampot International Tourism Port to Boost Tourism Sector

21 Apr 2025 6:33 PM|

Kampot International Tourism Port, inaugurated on Monday, is expected to bring more tourists through the waterways, including via its connection with tourist ports in neighboring countries and the region, said…

Garment workers at a factory in Kandal province on Dec. 12, 2018. (CamboJA/Pring Samrang)

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Trump’s Tariff Delay Eases Pressure, But Garment Sector Uncertainty Remains

10 Apr 2025 3:54 PM|

As U.S. President Donald Trump ramps up the trade war with China, his administration announced Wednesday a 90-day reprieve on “reciprocal” tariffs for Cambodia and 90 other countries, while a…

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Cambodia Awaits US Nod for Tariff Negotiation as April 9 Tax Imposition Deadline Looms

7 Apr 2025 5:37 PM|

The government has assigned Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol and Commerce Minister Cham Nimul to engage with the United States, once a “green light” is given by the US for…

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Unions Drop GFT Minimum Wage Figures, Government Now Set to Decide

U.S. Imposes 36% Tariff on All Cambodian Exports, But Concerns of Shifting Manufacturing Remains

Despite Three Rounds of Talks, Cambodia Risks 49% U.S Import Tariff as Deadline Nears

Sellers Support Thai Fruit Ban Despite Losses; Gov’t Promotes Alternatives

Trade Snags, Economic Concerns After Thai Border Restrictions

U.S. Solar Tariffs Soar Amid Trade Rift, Cambodia Denies China Proxy Role

Kampot International Tourism Port to Boost Tourism Sector

Trump’s Tariff Delay Eases Pressure, But Garment Sector Uncertainty Remains

Cambodia Awaits US Nod for Tariff Negotiation as April 9 Tax Imposition Deadline Looms

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