AKP Phnom Penh, November 11, 2025 --  

H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance, has affirmed that Cambodia’s economy is expected to grow steadily in 2026 despite external challenges, with growth projected to reach around 5 percent.

Speaking at a parliamentary workshop on “Building the Macroeconomic Policy Framework and Public Financial Policy for Drafting the Law on the National Budget 2026,” held on Nov. 10 at the National Assembly Palace, H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth cited estimates from international institutions such as the IMF, World Bank, ADB, and AMRO, which forecast Cambodia’s GDP growth at 4.8 to 4.9 percent in 2025. 

The Deputy Prime Minister attributed the growth to solid performance in the industry, services, and agriculture sectors.

He outlined five main priorities of the 2026 budget: safeguarding sovereignty and peace while maintaining macroeconomic stability; accelerating human resource and institutional development; promoting competitiveness through innovation and digital transformation; improving fiscal efficiency through better revenue and expenditure management; and expanding social protection for vulnerable groups.

H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth reaffirmed the government’s commitment to carry out key reforms in public administration, education, health, local governance, and the judiciary under the Pentagonal Strategy – Phase 1, led by Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet. 

These reforms, he said, are vital to achieving Cambodia’s vision of becoming an upper-middle-income country by 2030 and a high-income country by 2050.

He added that the draft law on the national budget for 2026 reflects the government’s commitment to macroeconomic stability, fiscal sustainability, and inclusive development.

“The national budget is not only a financial document but also a roadmap for Cambodia’s sustainable and inclusive growth,” H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth said. “With sound fiscal management and continued reforms, Cambodia will stay on course toward lasting peace and prosperity.”

By Chea Vannak