Cambodia Seeks Stronger Japanese Investment in Electronics and Digital Industries

TOKYO, June 10, 2026 (KPT) — Cambodia has stepped up efforts to attract greater Japanese investment in high‑value industries, particularly electronics and digital technology, as part of its strategy to accelerate economic diversification and industrial modernization, officials said Wednesday.

Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol, First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), led a delegation for talks with Noriyuki Hara, Chairman of the Asia and Oceania Committee of the Japan Business Federation (Keidanren) and Chairman of MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings. The meeting formed part of Cambodia’s ongoing investment promotion mission in Japan.

Chanthol highlighted Keidanren’s influential role as the voice of Japan’s private sector and urged its support in promoting Cambodia’s investment potential among major corporations, particularly in electronics, digital technology and advanced manufacturing.

He outlined Cambodia’s competitive advantages, including political and macroeconomic stability, a strategic location, a young workforce, investor‑friendly laws and infrastructure upgrades aimed at improving logistics and reducing costs.

He also briefed Japanese business leaders on government measures to strengthen the investment climate, including efforts to combat online scams and bolster investor confidence. Chanthol invited Keidanren’s leadership and member companies to visit Cambodia and explore opportunities firsthand.

Hara welcomed the delegation, acknowledging Cambodia’s socio‑economic progress and investment‑friendly policies. He expressed interest in exploring new business opportunities and reaffirmed Keidanren’s commitment to working closely with the CDC. Both sides agreed to deepen cooperation to facilitate investment, expand partnerships and support mutually beneficial growth.