AKP Phnom Penh, January 29, 2026 --

H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), received here on Jan. 29 a courtesy call and held a working discussion with a delegation from the Korean Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia (KOCHAM), led by Mr. Sungsoo Kim, CEO of Prime Micro-Finance Institution. 

The meeting aimed to strengthen economic ties and further enhance the investment climate, according to the CDC.

The discussion reflected the robust economic relationship between Cambodia and the Republic of Korea, while introducing new mechanisms to address challenges and seize investment opportunities. 

H.E. Deputy Prime Minister emphasised the importance of the "Cambodia-Korea Public-Private Sector Dialogue," an effective platform for listening to and resolving investor concerns. 

He encouraged KOCHAM and all Korean companies to report any issues or obstacles through this mechanism to ensure timely facilitation by the Royal Government.

As the "One-Stop Service" arm of the Royal Government, H.E. Deputy Prime Minister reaffirmed the CDC's commitment to facilitating foreign direct investment (FDI) by streamlining registration processes and project implementation. 

Expressing a strong desire to see more Korean investors in Cambodia, he urged KOCHAM to help identify high-potential and high-quality investment projects suitable for major Korean corporations.

The two parties further discussed key activities to boost confidence and expand business networks, including: (1) Investment Roadshow in Korea: Preparations for an investment attraction mission to the Republic of Korea, scheduled for the second quarter of 2026. Active participation from KOCHAM is expected to draw new Korean investors to Cambodia, (2) Monthly Working Breakfast: An initiative to organise a monthly "Working Breakfast" with all chambers of commerce in Cambodia to strengthen networking and exchange economic information.

Mr. Sungsoo Kim, as head of the delegation, informed H.E. Deputy Prime Minister that Korean investors are highly interested in the Cambodian market due to the country's rapid socio-economic development in recent years. 

He added that KOCHAM will serve as a vital bridge in conveying the concerns and requests of Korean businesspeople to official dialogue mechanisms, contributing to the continued prosperity of Cambodia's economy. 

This meeting not only strengthens friendly ties but also marks a significant step toward positioning Cambodia as a top-tier investment destination for Korean companies, under the CDC’s close facilitation.

By Chea Vannak