ADB to support policy reform to boost trade and competitiveness in Cambodia

ADB to support policy reform to boost trade and competitiveness in Cambodia

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a $50 million policy-based loan to support Cambodia’s efforts to make the business environment more investment-friendly, upgrade businesses toward higher competitiveness, and ease trade barriers, said the bank in a news release. This second sub-programme of the ongoing Trade and Competitiveness Programme is reinforcing the government’s efforts to leverage […]

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Foreign firms flock to Cyprus

Foreign firms flock to Cyprus

Cyprus is experiencing a surge in foreign investment, with approximately 200 international companies establishing operations in the country during the first half of the year. These investments have created 1,200 new jobs across various sectors, highlighting Cyprus as an attractive destination for global businesses. Notably, companies from outside the European Union are increasingly using Cyprus […]

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Cyprus ship registry records 14% increase in 2024, Deputy Minister of Shipping reveals

Cyprus ship registry records 14% increase in 2024, Deputy Minister of Shipping reveals

The Cyprus ship registry has recorded a 14% increase since September 2023, Deputy Minister of Shipping, Marina Hadjimanolis has revealed. She was speaking during the 25 November discussion of the Deputy Ministry’s budget for 2025 at the Finance Committee of the House of Representatives. Hadjimanolis also noted that the Deputy Ministry’s revenue increased by 10% […]

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Cyprus promotes products at China expo

Cyprus promotes products at China expo

Cyprus showcased a range of traditional products at the 7th China International Import Expo in Shanghai, offering free samples of juices, wine, commandaria, zivania, and halloumi. The event, held from November 5-10, 2024, served as an excellent opportunity to enhance Cyprus’ trade relations with China and other nations. The Cypriot booth, managed by the Cypriot […]

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PM Supports EV Growth Amidst Surging Imports

PM Supports EV Growth Amidst Surging Imports

PHNOM PENH: Cambodia has witnessed a surge in electric vehicle (EV) adoption in recent months, with the government actively promoting the shift towards cleaner transportation. Prime Minister Hun Manet has expressed strong support for the expansion of the EV sector in Cambodia, highlighting its potential benefits. He emphasized that transitioning to electric vehicles can significantly improve […]

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Flights jump 10% Jan-Oct, passengers up 20%

Flights jump 10% Jan-Oct, passengers up 20%

The Kingdom’s aviation sector has experienced consistent growth this year, with Cambodia’s three international airports — Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville — handling over 47,000 flights in the first ten months of the year, a 10% increase compared to the same period in 2023.  The number of passengers passing through these airports reached almost […]

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Cyprus anticipating record arrivals by end of 2024, Deputy Minister of Tourism says

Cyprus anticipating record arrivals by end of 2024, Deputy Minister of Tourism says

Arrivals in 2024 are likely to exceed those of 2019, a record year, estimates Deputy Minister of Tourism, Kostas Koumis, who addressed the Parliamentary Finance Committee, during the examination of the Deputy Ministry’s budget. Specifically, he noted that arrivals for the period January-October are up 4.6% compared to the same period of 2023, while they are […]

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Cyprus property market reaches €2 billion in transactions by mid-2024

Cyprus property market reaches €2 billion in transactions by mid-2024

Cyprus’ real estate market remains robust, with transactions reaching €2 billion by mid-2024, despite ongoing global uncertainty, according to a report released on Monday by Delfi Partners & Company. “Supported by strong domestic activity and stabilising inflation, the market continues to demonstrate adaptability while addressing broader challenges,” the company said. Moreover, the company noted that data on […]

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