The tourism industry contributed 9.4 per cent to Cambodia’s gross domestic product (GDP) last year, making the sector one of the key drivers of the country’s economy, according to a report from the Ministry of Tourism released on February 24.
Cambodia has seen a positive surge in foreign tourist arrivals in 2024, significantly aiding the country’s economic growth.
During the year, the Kingdom welcomed 6.7 million foreign tourists, a year-on-year increase of 22.9 per cent, and attracted 22.52 million domestic tourism movements, up 22 per cent.
The influx of foreign tourists generated $3.637 million, reflecting a year-on-year rise of 18 per cent.
Hun Dany, Secretary of State and Spokeswoman at the Ministry of Tourism, attributed the robust performance of the tourism sector to government initiatives aimed at boosting tourism, creative tourism products, and enhanced connectivity, facilitating more convenient travel for tourists.
Cambodia boasts 13,876 licensed tourism enterprises nationwide, providing direct employment to approximately 510,000 individuals.
The country is home to four world heritage sites, namely the Angkor Archaeological Park in Siem Reap province, the Temple Zone of Sambor Prei Kuk in Kampong Thom province, as well as the Temple of Preah Vihear and Koh Ker archaeological site in Preah Vihear province.
The Ministry of Tourism has set a target of welcoming 7.5 million foreign tourists by 2025, urging all relevant parties to promote the tourism sector globally.
