📊Executive Summary

Cambodia's economic growth is projected to slow to 5.2% in 2025, down from 6.3%, primarily due to the imposition of a 19% tariff by the U.S. on all goods imported from Cambodia and ongoing border tensions with Thailand. The Minister of Economy and Finance highlighted the need for Cambodia to diversify its markets and reduce reliance on any single partner or industry. The article emphasizes the importance of leveraging trade agreements like the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and the Cambodia-China Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA) to sustain exports and attract foreign investment, particularly in sectors such as electronics, agri-tech, and renewable energy....