Rising by 50 per cent annually, Cambodia's textile exports reached $14 billion last year. The sector plays an important role in Cambobia’s economy, emphasized Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime at the ‘Cambodia Global Textile Summit 2025,’ that focused on competitiveness and sustainability in the textile sector.
Highlighting Cambodia’s position as a major textile supplier to the US and European markets, Heng Sour, Minister of Labor and Vocational Training, Heng Sour, stated, the summit aims to enhance Cambodia's reputation as a business and investment destination. It will address strategies to improve labor standards, environmental management, and circular economy practices, aligning with global expectations as Cambodia transitions from Least Developed Country (LDC) status.
The summit was also attended by dignitaries from the Textile, Apparel, Footwear & Travel Goods Association in Cambodia (TAFTAC), the International Labour Organization (ILO), and International Economics Consulting. It opened with a welcome address by Canthol who invited global leaders and innovators to discuss the future of Cambodia's garment, footwear, and travel goods industries. Emphasizing on cooperation and a shared vision for prosperity, he reiterated on his government’s vision to establish Cambodia as a premier destination for textile investment and innovation.
Cambodia's strategic location in Southeast Asia and the government's initiatives position the country as a key international manufacturing hub, affirmed Canthol. The 50 per cent annual export growth highlights the success of these efforts, he adds. Cambodia's ASEAN engagement further strengthens its global market integration and regional economic role.
The summit also hosted a panel discussion, ‘Cambodia Garment, Footwear and Travel Goods 2030,’ featuring industry leaders discussing the sector's future. Moderated by Massimiliano Tropeano, the panel discussion was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Commerce, Nike, Goldfame Group, and Li & Fung.
