Cambodia’s construction sector recorded a sharp rise in investment in 2025, with total approved project value reaching USD7.32 billion — a 68.89 percent increase over 2024, according to the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction (MLMUPC). The ministry approved 3,503 projects this year with a combined floor area exceeding 18 million square metre, reflecting renewed momentum despite global economic uncertainty.
Since Cambodia began issuing construction permits, a total of 71,820 permits have been granted nationwide, covering more than 219 million sqm and representing a cumulative investment of USD87.69 billion. For 2025 alone, activity spanned multiple subsectors: 228 high-rise projects, over 2,700 residential buildings valued above USD2.5 billion, 25 hotel projects worth USD271 million, 189 commercial buildings exceeding USD794 million, 234 factories with USD229 million in capital, and 37 multipurpose developments worth more than USD468 million.
Construction-related revenues grew 10.06 percent year-on-year to 724,219 million riels, reflecting improved compliance and increasing activity. Officials highlighted the sector’s resilience amid inflation and geopolitical pressures, supported by investor confidence and domestic demand.
Industry representatives cited stable economic conditions, competitive advantages, and improving global trade arrangements as key drivers of investor interest. Major infrastructure, such as the newly inaugurated Techo International Airport, is also expected to boost demand for commercial, residential, and hospitality developments. Looking ahead, Cambodia’s construction sector is projected to maintain its upward trajectory, reinforcing the country’s position as an attractive regional investment destination.