According to a recent report from the General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia (GDCE), Cambodia’s total export value reached USD 26.19 billion in 2024, marking a 15.7% increase compared to USD 22.64 billion in 2023.
On the import side, Cambodia purchased USD 28.54 billion worth of goods, up 18% year-on-year, bringing the country’s total trade turnover to USD 54.74 billion, a 16% increase from USD 46.82 billion in 2023.
Key Export Markets and Products
The United States remained Cambodia’s largest export destination, with shipments valued at USD 9.91 billion, up 11.4% year-on-year.
Other major markets included:
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Vietnam: USD 3.61 billion,
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China: USD 1.75 billion, and
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Japan: USD 1.4 billion.
Cambodia’s main export commodities included:
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Garments and textiles,
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Machinery and electrical equipment,
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Footwear and leather goods,
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Furniture,
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Rubber,
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Grains, fruits, and vegetables,
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Pearls and handicrafts.
Primary imports consisted of pharmaceuticals, food supplements, consumer goods, and beverages.
Digital Transformation and Trade Facilitation
To enhance export efficiency and promote digital trade transformation, the Cambodian Ministry of Commerce (MoC) recently launched a new Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Information Portal.
The initiative aims to empower businesses by providing access to up-to-date trade data and helping them maximize the benefits of Cambodia’s existing and upcoming FTAs.
According to the Ministry, the portal offers a comprehensive online platform containing essential trade information, including:
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Rules of origin (ROO),
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Export registration procedures,
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Guidance on applying for Certificates of Origin (C/O), and
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FTA-related regulatory updates.
This digital platform is part of Cambodia’s broader public service modernization program, which leverages automation and IT solutions to improve transparency, accessibility, and efficiency for the business community.
Driving Administrative Reform and Private Sector Growth
Minister of Commerce Cham Nimul affirmed that the Ministry will continue implementing administrative reformsand public service automation to:
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Reduce operational costs and processing times,
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Maintain price stability,
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Strengthen domestic trade and market development, and
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Foster private-sector-led economic growth.
These efforts are seen as vital to enhancing Cambodia’s global competitiveness, deepening regional economic integration, and ensuring long-term trade sustainability.