Major forum drives strategic dialogue for Cambodia’s economic future
Major forum drives strategic dialogue for Cambodia’s economic future
The annual forum “Navigating Trade and Investment 2025” took place on August 11 at the Shangri-La Hotel, bringing together leading business figures, renowned economic experts, government officials, and entrepreneurs for a full day of strategic discussions.
The event focused on fostering cooperation and generating valuable insights to support Cambodia’s trade and investment landscape amid a rapidly changing global economy.
The forum was organised by The Cambonomist, Cambodia’s leading digital economic news agency, in partnership with WorldBridge Group. Their collaboration reflects a strong commitment to enhancing the private sector and promoting a competitive business environment conducive to sustainable economic growth.
Seun Say, Founder and CEO of The Cambonomist, underlined the urgency of adapting to global change. “We live in times of unprecedented transformation, marked by digitalisation, shifting geopolitical landscapes, trade wars, and fragmentation into competing blocs. These factors pose significant challenges to business operations and daily life,” he said.
He expressed confidence that the forum would help uncover keys to positive change. “Through the mutual sharing of insights and experiences, we aim to generate strategic ideas that can serve as a compass, guiding business and investment toward more resilient growth.”
Seun also expressed gratitude to WorldBridge Group for their full support, highlighting their dedication to private sector development and the promotion of a highly competitive business environment in Cambodia.
Sear Rithy, Chairman of WorldBridge Group, emphasised that participation in the forum reflected a shared commitment to dialogue, cooperation, and opportunity creation to drive Cambodia’s future economic transformation. “The event plays a vital role in bringing together experts from both public and private sectors to discuss and offer valuable perspectives on addressing key economic challenges globally and domestically,” he said.
Dr. Sok Siphana, Senior Minister in charge of Special Missions, who acted as speaker and moderator, remarked on the interconnected nature of the six key topics covered throughout the day. He stressed that these themes collectively form the foundation for building a resilient economic framework for Cambodia. The Senior Minister added that the implementation of related initiatives would require coordinated efforts not only from the private sector but also strong support from government ministries, institutions, aid providers, and other stakeholders.
The discussions explored the evolving landscape of agriculture within ASEAN, highlighting opportunities to enhance regional cooperation and boost productivity. Sessions also focused on the investment climate and wealth preservation, offering insights into fostering a secure and attractive environment for investors.
The forum examined the reshaping of global trade in light of recent US tariffs, analysing how shifting trade policies affect Cambodia’s export markets and economic positioning. Another critical area of discussion centred on optimising supply chains to support future growth in the logistics sector, emphasising infrastructure development and operational efficiency.
Digital currency and the future of global finance featured prominently, reflecting growing interest in how emerging financial technologies could transform Cambodia’s economic landscape. Finally, the forum delved into trends in tourism and entertainment, sectors vital to Cambodia’s economy, discussing strategies to harness growth and innovation.
With a broad representation of influential voices from business and government, “Navigating Trade and Investment 2025” reaffirmed its role as a key platform for dialogue, policy input, and public-private sector collaboration aimed at ensuring Cambodia’s economic resilience and long-term prosperity.
- 07:44 13/08/2025
