Cambodia
Singapore and Cambodia's bilateral ties and economic relations have grown steadily over the last decade, with robust cooperation across bilateral, regional and multilateral levels. Our economic partnership is underpinned by ASEAN economic agreements and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).
Last updated on 12 November 2026
Singapore-Cambodia Economic Relations
Minister for Energy, Trade and Industry (Energy and Industry) Dr Tan See Leng and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia Hun Manet at Keppel Infrastructure@Changi during PM Hun Manet’s official visit to Singapore in June 2024.
Economic engagement between Singapore and Cambodia is centred on sectors such as renewable energy, carbon credits, and logistics. Investments in Cambodia have continued to increase, particularly in real estate, energy, trading and distribution, and agribusiness.
Both sides also collaborate on issues at plurilateral and multilateral economic fora, including ASEAN and the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Plurilateral Agreements involving Cambodia
ASEAN Economic Agreements
Singapore and Cambodia cooperate through a range of ASEAN economic agreements. These agreements support trade, investment, services, connectivity, and economic integration across the region.
Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is the world’s largest FTA, comprising about 30% of global GDP and about a third of the world’s population. It broadens and deepens Singapore’s economic connectivity with the region, opens up opportunities and provides businesses with more coherent access to the region.
International Platforms involving Cambodia
Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) consists of 11 member states following the official admission of Timor-Leste. The members are Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Viet Nam, and Timor-Leste. These nations work together to promote economic growth, social progress, and regional stability in Southeast Asia.
Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF)
The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) provides a platform for countries in the region to collaborate on advancing resilient, sustainable, and inclusive economic growth, and aims to contribute to cooperation, stability, and prosperity in the region.