AKP Phnom Penh, March 13, 2025 --

The two-day Digital Economy Forum 2025 concluded on Wednesday, promoting the sharing of knowledge about digital technologies and skills and the importance of digitalisation in the digital economy era.

The forum was organised from Mar. 11 to 12 at Oakwood Premier Hotel, Phnom Penh by the Digital Economy and Business Committee, with support from the Capacity Building Research and Development Fund of the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications.

H.E. Kong Marry, Secretary State at the Ministry of Economy and Finance and Secretary General of the General Secretariat of Digital Economy and Business Committee, presided over the event with the participation of H.E. Keo Sothie, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications, along with representatives from various government ministries and institutions, private sector, educational institutions, associations, and development partners.

The forum aimed to foster the exchange of new ideas, innovations and experiences related to the digital economy, and promote the building of networks and business communities and the digital economy in Cambodia.

The two-day Digital Economy Forum 2025 featured presentations and discussions focusing on the overall aspects of the digital economy and society, digital transformation for enterprises, digital literacy and skills for enterprises, cybersecurity, data protection, digital assets and digital payments.

Each presentation sparked lively discussions, drawing valuable insights from distinguished speakers and participants.

In his keynote address, H.E Kong Marry highlighted how digitalisation can drive innovation, create new business models, and improve productivity across the private sector and the broader economy.

“The rapid development of digital technology and the potential of digitalisation accelerate the growth of Cambodia’s digital economy by bringing new business models, promoting innovation, and increasing productivity and efficiency in both the private sector and the economy as a whole,” he said.

He encouraged businesspeople and the public to embrace and use digital tools to maximise their benefits, aiming to promote the development of Cambodia’s digital economy and society.

The forum attracted a total of 256 participants on the first day and 148 on the second, fostering robust discussions on the future of digital economy in Cambodia.

The Committee on Digital Economy and Business has committed to continuing these forums in the years to come, solidifying its role in driving Cambodia's digital transformation.

By Chea Vannak