AKP Phnom Penh, March 20, 2026 --

The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has approved a new automotive investment project, marking a further expansion of the Kingdom’s domestic vehicle manufacturing sector.

During a meeting held on Mar. 20, H.E. Chea Vuthy, Secretary General of the CDC’s Cambodian Investment Board, along with inter-ministerial officials, reviewed and approved a proposal by ZDG Assembly Co., Ltd. to establish a vehicle assembly plant in Kandal province.

The facility will specialise in assembling LYNK & CO vehicles, a global automotive brand known for its focus on high-tech and sustainable mobility.

In recent years, Cambodia’s automotive sector has experienced significant growth, driven by the Royal Government’s policy to promote a free-market economy and attract investment, contributing to economic growth and job creation.

As of March 2026, Cambodia has 10 operational vehicle assembly plants, producing a range of passenger cars, trucks, and electric vehicles (EVs), including well-known brands such as Ford, Hyundai, Toyota, and BYD.

According to the Ministry of Commerce, Cambodia imported US$1.1 billion worth of vehicles in 2025, representing a 60 percent increase from US$686 million in 2024.

During the same meeting, the CDC also reviewed and approved five additional investment projects with a combined investment of over US$170 million.

These projects are located in Svay Rieng, Battambang, Takeo, Pursat, Kandal, and Kampong Speu provinces.

By Chea Vannak