Cambodia Investment Review
As NagaCorp marks its 30th anniversary, it stands as more than Cambodia’s leading Integrated Resort. One of the earliest and largest foreign direct investors in the country, it has consistently combined world-class operational standards with a profound commitment to social and economic development, cementing its role as a key partner in Cambodia’s growth story.
This year, NagaCorp marked a historic milestone as a leading Cambodian company included in the inaugural Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work ForTM Southeast Asia 2025 list, achieving 46th place alongside international hospitality brands and MNCs. This follows its Great Place To Work® CertificationTM, earned just months earlier with a near-perfect 95% Trust IndexTM score.
Together, these accolades reflect NagaCorp’s dedication to cultivating a premier people-first workplace culture and its reputation as a leading regional employer.
Driving Excellence and Nurturing Talent
NagaCorp continues to set benchmarks in corporate governance, operational excellence, and sustainable business practices in Cambodia’s emerging economy, anchored by high integrity, ethics, and transparency as founding principles. Guided by a rigorous Code of Conduct and Anti- Corruption Policy, and reinforced by independent reviews, strict internal controls, and continuous staff training, the Company has earned the trust of shareholders, regulators, and foreign investors, while upholding strong accountability standards across the organisation.
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Operational integrity, compliance, and workplace safety remain central, supported by mandatory training in anti-money laundering, anti-corruption, anti-bribery, cybersecurity, environmental awareness, and occupational health and safety. Through clear policies, proactive monitoring and ongoing communication, NagaCorp fosters a safe, compliant, inclusive, and future-ready workplace, while nurturing talent and supporting Cambodia’s long-term growth.
“To be recognised first by Great Place to Work® and now by Fortune as among the 100 best companies to work for in Southeast Asia is a humbling recognition by the leading authorities of workplace culture,” said Mr Chen Yiy Fon, Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director of NagaCorp. “This is a tremendous achievement and our appreciation goes to Great Place to Work® and Fortune for recognising the growth of excellent workplace culture in fast emerging Cambodia; to each member of our Naga family this tremendous achievement is an acknowledgement of your hunger for growth and excellence in all your professional and personal endeavours. This distinction belongs to each of you.”
“As one of Cambodia’s earliest and largest foreign direct investors, we have been fortunate to serve a leading role in developing the nation’s corporate and economic landscape for thirty years now and counting,” added Mr Chen. “By adopting high standards in corporate governance, ethical business and workplace practices, human resource engagement, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility, we have been able to inculcate and grow a company culture that is compatible to contributing to this fast-emerging economy. This long-term vision is a cornerstone of our contribution to nation building, creating thousands of quality jobs, fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, and enhancing Cambodia’s appeal on the global stage as an attractive Its Workplace Culture Charter further underpins the Company’s commitment to world-class standards, guided by strong values of growth, responsibility, empowerment, and social impact.
This is embedded in its CARES culture of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Sustainability – reinforcing its standing as a trusted employer of choice and its goal of building people, performance, and purpose.
NagaCorp’s 6,009-strong workforce consists of 93% Cambodians and spans 33 nationalities, creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that builds confidence, broadens perspectives, and accelerates career and personal growth. Through language training in English, Mandarin, Japanese, and Korean, the Company demonstrates its dedication to improving employees’ skill set, enhancing the guest experience and driving profitability. Women account for half of the workforce and 32% of managerial roles, reflecting its commitment to equitable opportunities.
Employees benefit from over 192,000 training hours, leadership and compliance programmes, internship pathways, and upgraded facilities, all supported by strong governance and structured employment practices, investment destination.”
Empowering Communities and Nation Building
Giving back is central to NagaCorp’s story. Since 2014, its Sustainability, and Corporate Social Responsibility (SCSR) arm, NagaWorld Kind Hearts, has led over 1,160 initiatives across Phnom Penh and 15 provinces, contributing more than 58,000 volunteer hours and touching nearly one million lives. Its initiatives align with the Royal Government of Cambodia’s vision for sustainable development, integrating education, community, environment, sports, and arts and culture.
Environmental and cultural programmes amplify NagaCorp’s impact. Through partnerships with the Ministry of Environment, the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, as well as other local authorities, NagaCorp supports Cambodia’s national goal for a cleaner, greener future. The Clean and Green School Programme has engaged over 110,000 secondary and high school teachers and students, raising awareness on school cleanliness, and waste management and recycling.
Over the years, more than 32,000 tree saplings were planted across 11 provinces, about 12 tonnes of waste were removed and 35 environmental workshops were conducted. NagaCorp also partnered with the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts and UNESCO for the “Shadows Beyond Time” exhibition, marking a 1,000-year shadow theatre legacy and the 20th anniversary of its UNESCO recognition. In conjunction with its 30th anniversary, a month-long series of 28 events engaged over 180,000 Cambodians and showcased the nation’s cultural heritage to more than 7,000 guests. Together with its broader cultural initiatives, these programmes continue to nurture Cambodia’s arts and inspire communities.
Since being initiated, collectively, NagaCorp’s SCSR efforts have garnered 52 regional and global accolades, reflecting a Company that leads with heart, invests in its people and communities, and champions Cambodia’s future.
A Premier Employer and Catalyst for Tourism
Through its people-centric initiatives and operational excellence, NagaCorp not only elevates Cambodia’s tourism standards and provides thousands of high-quality jobs, but also demonstrates that commercial success and social impact can co-exist. Employees are supported at every step through training, wellness initiatives, and community involvement, while opportunities abound for those inspired to grow and contribute.
For those aspiring to join one of Cambodia’s most recognised workplaces, NagaCorp offers rewarding careers in an environment that values its people as the heart of its success. Learn more at www.nagaworld.com.
