AKP Phnom Penh, November 11, 2025 --

Cambodia Women Entrepreneurs Day 2025 spotlighted the pivotal role of women entrepreneurs in driving Cambodia’s sustainable and inclusive growth, according to the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI).

Held under the theme “From Vision to Action: Women Entrepreneurs Drive a Greener Future,” the annual event brought together about 300 women business leaders, policymakers, and innovators to share experiences, celebrate achievements, and explore solutions for integrating sustainability into business practices.

Speaking at the closing ceremony, H.E. Hem Vanndy, Minister of MISTI, said, “Moving toward green production, transparent supply chains, and ethical business is not just a trend—it is the new standard for global trade.”

According to Cambodia’s Economic Census 2022, around 70 percent of the country’s economic units are led or owned by women, underscoring their crucial role in local production, job creation, and community development. However, most of these women-led economic units continue to operate in the informal sector, limiting their ability to access formal financing, government incentives, and business development services.

The Minister acknowledged the challenges women entrepreneurs face in adopting greener practices. “Eco-friendly materials, renewable energy systems, green technology or green certifications can be expensive at the beginning, especially for small enterprises with limited capital,” he said.

He encouraged women entrepreneurs to take practical steps such as monitoring energy use, reducing waste, and sourcing more sustainable raw materials, particularly from local agricultural sources.

The Cambodia Women Entrepreneurs Day 2025 also honoured nine outstanding women entrepreneurs for their contributions to job creation, revenue growth, and the innovative, sustainable development of products and services—demonstrating the determination, resilience, and leadership of Cambodian women in building a green and inclusive economy.

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