AKP Phnom Penh, August 13, 2026 -- ambodia international industrial exhibitions opened today at the Koh Pich Exhibition and Convention Centre in Phnom Penh, bringing together more than 200 local and international exhibitors to showcase advanced machinery, automation and innovative manufacturing solutions.

The four-day event comprises the 10th Cambodia International Machinery Industry Fair (CIMIF 2026), the Cambodia International Textile & Garment Industry Fair (CTG 2026), and the Cambodia International Plastics, Rubber, Printing & Packaging Industry Fair 2026.

Running from Aug. 13 to 16, the exhibitions aim to facilitate technology transfer, forge business partnerships and unlock new investment opportunities.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, H.E. Hem Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation, called on Cambodian enterprises to embrace advanced technologies to raise productivity, improve product quality and strengthen their competitiveness.

“Artificial intelligence, production-line automation, robotics, digital technologies and smart manufacturing are increasingly determining the competitiveness of nations,” Minister Vanndy said. “Cambodia cannot remain outside this transformation. We must embrace new technologies to increase productivity, reduce costs, improve product quality and strengthen the competitiveness of our enterprises.”

Cambodia had 3,357 registered factories in operation as of the end of July 2026, employing more than 1.35 million workers, over 70 percent of whom were women. Total factory investment reached approximately US$28.08 billion, an increase of more than 29 percent compared with the same period in 2025. Industrial production during the first half of 2026 was valued at more than US$9.8 billion, including approximately US$7.3 billion in goods produced for export.

The Minister said Cambodia was diversifying beyond its traditional industrial base by expanding its capacity in automotive and auto parts, food processing, electronics, chemicals, furniture and other manufacturing industries. “The future of Cambodian industry cannot be built by the Royal Government alone; it requires collaboration among the government, private sector, investors, research and educational institutions, and development partners,” Minister Vanndy added. “Through strong partnerships and shared commitment, we can build an industrial base that is more competitive, resilient and innovative, while generating greater value for the national economy.”

Organised by Yorkers Trade & Marketing Service Co., Ltd. in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI), the Ministry of Commerce, the Cambodia Chamber of Commerce, TAFTAC and other partners, the exhibitions provide a platform to showcase emerging industrial technologies, foster business connections and support the modernization of Cambodia’s manufacturing sector.

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