Sun Chanthol Highlights Stability, Infrastructure and Investor Support in Japanese Media Interviews

TOKYO, June 12, 2026 (KPT) — Cambodia’s Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), Sun Chanthol, used a series of interviews with leading Japanese media outlets to underscore the country’s political stability, infrastructure development, and investor-friendly policies.

The interviews, held Thursday after Chanthol delivered a keynote address at the 31st Nikkei Forum on the Future of Asia on behalf of Prime Minister Hun Manet, were conducted with the Nikkei newspaper, Nikkei Asia, and TV Tokyo.

Chanthol stressed the Royal Government’s commitment to strengthening investor confidence and positioning Cambodia as a competitive destination for high-value investment. He emphasized the importance of political stability and pledged to resolve border issues peacefully through international legal mechanisms and bilateral frameworks.

Highlighting ongoing infrastructure and logistics projects, the Deputy Prime Minister said Cambodia is working to improve connectivity and enhance competitiveness within regional and global supply chains. He pointed to the country’s open investment regime, citing a supportive legal framework and comprehensive facilitation services for investors.

Addressing cybersecurity concerns, Chanthol reiterated the government’s determination to crack down on online scams and technology-related financial crimes to safeguard trust in the digital economy.

He encouraged Japanese and international businesses to explore opportunities in sectors such as agro-processing, food manufacturing, automotive production, electronics, digital technologies, and green development.

Officials said the media engagement was part of Cambodia’s broader economic diplomacy strategy to showcase progress and attract quality investment that supports sustainable and inclusive growth. The interviews provided a platform to communicate Cambodia’s economic priorities directly to influential business leaders, investors, and international audiences through Japan’s most prominent media organizations.