The country saw the opening of 116 new garment factories in H1 2025, bringing the total to 1,682 factories, and rising from 1,566 at the end of last year, a report from the ministry of labor and vocational training said.
Cambodia exported garments, footwear and travel products (GFT) worth $7.38 billion in H1 2025—up by 22 per cent year on year (YoY), said another report from the general department of customs and excise.
Cambodia’s manufacturing sector saw major growth in H1 2025, with a notable rise in both garment and non-garment units.
The first half saw 116 new garment units opening, bringing the total to 1,682—a rise from 1,566 at 2024 end.
The country exported garments, footwear and travel products worth $7.38 billion in the period—up by 22 per cent YoY.
Garments accounted for $5,283 million—up by 22 per cent YoY.
Garment products accounted for $5,283 million during the period—up by 22 per cent YoY, the report noted.
Imports of raw materials used in the garment sector reached $3,489 million during H1 2025—a YoY increase of 21.43 per cent, domestic media outlets reported.
Fibre2Fashion News Desk (DS)
