Cambodia Exports to France Rise 14.8% as Bilateral Trade Approaches $500 Million
Cambodia Exports to France Rise 14.8% as Bilateral Trade Approaches $500 Million
PHNOM PENH, November 9, 2026 — Cambodia’s bilateral trade with France reached approximately US$488.43 million during the first nine months of 2026, representing a 14.8% increase compared with the same period last year, according to a report from the General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia.
The report showed that bilateral trade between January and September 2026 totalled US$488.434 million, up from US$425.646 million recorded during the corresponding period in 2025.
Cambodia exported goods worth US$386.437 million to France, an increase of 14.8%, while imports from France reached US$101.997 million, rising 14.5% year-on-year.
Cambodia’s main exports to France include garments, footwear, rice and agricultural products.
Business forum expected to attract 400 French companies
Cambodia is scheduled to host the Cambodia-France Business Forum in Phnom Penh on November 16–17, 2026, with expectations of attracting approximately 400 French companies interested in exploring business and investment opportunities in the Kingdom.
Priority sectors include energy, healthcare and agricultural processing.
Julien Bert, vice-president of the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Cambodia (CCIFC), said more than 350 companies and entrepreneurs with links to French business activities were currently operating in Cambodia, alongside French investments exceeding US$700 million.
Commerce Ministry spokesman Pen Sovicheat said the forum would provide French companies with an opportunity to explore Cambodia’s investment potential, particularly in agro-processing, given the country’s abundant agricultural raw materials.
Cambodia also hopes French businesses will introduce innovation in products and service-based trade, while exploring opportunities in renewable energy research and development and infrastructure.
Francophonie Summit to strengthen bilateral engagement
Cambodia is also preparing to host the 20th Summit of the International Organization of La Francophonie from November 15 to 16, 2026, bringing together leaders from French-speaking countries, including French President Emmanuel Macron.
The summit and business forum are expected to provide additional opportunities to strengthen Cambodia-France relations, expand economic cooperation and encourage further investment in the Kingdom.
