The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (MAFF) and the Ministry of Environment (MoE) yesterday called on the Japan-Cambodia Association (JCA) to explore further investment opportunities in Cambodia, particularly in the agricultural and environmental sector, which offers significant potential for growth.
The appeal was made during a meeting between Prak David, Secretary of State at MAFF, and Takahashi Fumiaki, Chairman of JCA, at the ministry’s office.
David welcomed the Japanese delegation and reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in agriculture. The discussions focused on investment opportunities in cosmetics processing, jackfruit syrup production, and tilapia aquaculture, aiming to enhance local processing and expand exports to international markets.
“Cambodia has a wide range of high-quality agricultural products, including premium rice, pepper, palm sugar, and cashew nuts, which present strong investment opportunities in value-added processing,” he stated.
He added that MAFF would provide technical support and emphasized the importance of developing strong branding and effective marketing strategies.
Both sides agreed to enhance cooperation in the agricultural sector. Additionally, David introduced the Cambodia Agricultural Forum and Exhibition (CAFE25) and encouraged the Japanese delegation to attend the event to explore further investment opportunities.
On Monday, Takahashi also led his delegation to meet with Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment.
During the meeting, Takahashi praised the Royal Government of Cambodia, particularly the Ministry of Environment, for its efforts in attracting and supporting investments aligned with the government’s strategic policies for sustainable development.
“The primary purpose of this meeting is to explore investment opportunities in Cambodia,” he noted. “Many Japanese companies and philanthropists plan to bring technology and support to Cambodia, contributing to job creation and environmental protection.”
Sophalleth expressed his deep gratitude to JCA for encouraging Japanese investors to engage in Cambodia’s economic growth and sustainable development. He urged associations and partner organizations to continue supporting efforts to improve livelihoods in protected areas, ensuring economic stability through direct and green investments.
“Our ultimate goal is to foster a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future,” he emphasized.
