After years of turbulence and transformation, Cambodia’s property sector is tentatively entering a new phase. The high-octane, foreign investment-driven boom of the 2010s has slowed to a cautious walk. In its place, a more localized, pragmatic market is beginning to emerge—defined not by skyline-altering megaprojects, but by affordability, adaptability, and resilience. The first quarter of 2025, as...

Summary Cambodia's economic and real estate sectors are experiencing a gradual recovery amidst significant challenges, with expectations of steady growth in 2024. The economy is projected to expand by 5.8%, reflecting resilience despite global uncertainties. This growth is supported by a strong rebound in tourism, with international tourist arrivals reaching 6 million in the first 11 months of 2024,...

Phnom Penh Designers Week (PPDW) is a prominent biannual fashion event in Cambodia, showcasing local and international talent. Established in 2013 by Filipino designer Don Protasio, who continues as its creative director, the event provides a platform for emerging and established designers to present their work and connect with broader audiences. The Fall/Winter 2024 edition, held on December 7 at the Connexion hub on Koh Pich, features the theme “Fashion in a Changing World.”

Bonn Om Touk or the Cambodian Water & Moon Festival, is a Cambodian festival which marks the the end of the rainy season and reversal of the flow of the Tonle Sap River. Visitors from every town and province travel to Phnom Penh to watch boat races along the Sisowath Quay and visited illuminated floating royal boats with firework and attend free concerts in the evenings over night. People from every province join with the city’s residents to celebrate by night and day. The festival lasts three days, and commemorates the end of the country’s rainy season, as well as the change in flow of the Tonle Sap River. It includes boat races and concerts, and attracts several million people each year.

The residential market in Phnom Penh has been experiencing a gradual shift throughout 2024, with slower project completions and a mixed trend in property prices. This slowdown is evident across various sectors, including condominiums, landed properties, and serviced apartments. However, strategic pricing and demand responsiveness in specific segments suggest opportunities for developers and investors...