Cambodia Investment Review
A multi-sector delegation of business leaders from Singapore and Myanmar arrived in Phnom Penh this week as part of a four-day business mission aimed at strengthening cross-border partnerships and exploring investment opportunities in Cambodia.
The mission, held from April 1 to 4, 2026, is co-organized by the Singapore Myanmar Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SMyCCI) and the Myanmar Business Association (Singapore), bringing together companies spanning energy, engineering, professional services, and food and beverage sectors.
Designed under the theme “Scale with Confidence: Your Roadmap to Business Expansion in Cambodia,” the programme combines seminars, networking sessions, government engagement, and site visits to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of Cambodia’s evolving business landscape.
Structured programme targets market entry and partnerships
The mission began with a briefing and networking session in Phnom Penh, followed by a full-day seminar covering Cambodia’s economic outlook, regulatory environment, and sector-specific opportunities.
Speakers included representatives from across legal, financial, and advisory sectors, offering insights into doing business in Cambodia. Topics ranged from legal frameworks and tax considerations to banking sector developments and real estate trends. The programme also included contributions from industry professionals such as Joseph M. Lovell of IAO Asia Legal, Raymond Chee of Phillip Capital Group, Melvin Yo of Inter Group, and Chea Kimsea of APS Cambodia.
In addition to presentations, delegates participated in targeted meetings with financial institutions including ACLEDA Bank, ABA Bank, CIMB, and Phillip Bank, alongside discussions with private sector networks and business facilitators.
A formal business matching session brought together delegates and representatives from Cambodian chambers and associations, including FASMEC, SCC, SBIF, LOSCBA, CTAFA, and TAFTAC. The session aimed to foster direct engagement with Cambodia’s SME sector and identify opportunities for collaboration across industries.
Government engagement and site visits highlight investment priorities
A key component of the mission included a visit to Cambodia’s Ministry of Commerce, where delegates met with H.E. Kha Leng, Secretary of State. The session focused on Cambodia’s trade facilitation policies, priority investment sectors, and evolving regulatory environment.
Officials provided guidance on forming partnerships in Cambodia and outlined opportunities for foreign businesses to engage in public-private collaboration. The discussion also highlighted Cambodia’s ongoing efforts to position itself as an attractive destination for regional investment.
Delegates also visited Alpha Group, a diversified Cambodian conglomerate with operations across finance, insurance, real estate, construction, and manufacturing. The visit provided insight into how local firms are supporting foreign investors through integrated business services, from feasibility studies to project execution.
Additional site visits included a co-working space hosted by Inter Group, reflecting Cambodia’s growing ecosystem for startups and professional services.
Networking and regional collaboration at the core
The mission places a strong emphasis on relationship-building, with multiple networking events designed to connect regional businesses with local stakeholders.
According to the programme overview, the mission aims to support Singaporean and Myanmar companies in gaining first-hand insights into Cambodia’s market, while also enabling Cambodian businesses to better understand the expectations and partnership criteria of foreign investors.
Participating organisations in the delegation include:
• A Garanzia LLP
• Hi-Link Co., Ltd
• Htet Phyo Naing Co., Ltd
• Inter Group Pte Ltd
• Myanmar Power Group
• Power Full Energy Co., Ltd
• Sithar Coffee
• Snow Wind Engineering Co., Ltd
• SMyCCI President Nyi Nyi Htun (Delegation Lead)
• SMyCCI Vice-President Benjamin Ong
• Representatives from the Myanmar Business Association (Singapore)
Supporting organisations include Inter Group Pte Ltd and Mandalay International, reflecting a mix of regional business service providers and sector specialists.
The mission concludes on April 4, with delegates departing Phnom Penh following a series of engagements aimed at laying the groundwork for longer-term collaboration.
As Cambodia continues to position itself as a regional investment hub, initiatives such as this mission highlight growing interest from Southeast Asian business communities seeking to expand into the Kingdom and build cross-border partnerships.
