AKP Phnom Penh, January 28, 2026 -- 

The Special Credit Guarantee Scheme has been officially launched as a new financing instrument designed to support key government policies and priority sectors, including rice, cashew nuts, manufacturing, social housing development and affordable housing.

Held under the presidency of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth, the launching ceremony was held here at the fifth anniversary of the Credit Guarantee Corporation of Cambodia (CGCC), jointly organised by the Ministry of Economy and Finance and CGCC on Jan. 27. 

Under the newly launched scheme, business owners can directly apply to CGCC for a credit guarantee of up to US$10 million per loan, aimed at working capital needs and business expansion. 

Speaking at the ceremony, H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth said the credit guarantee mechanisms have played a vital role in promoting financial inclusion, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises, while strengthening private sector development and economic resilience.

“Credit guarantee mechanisms have significantly contributed to increasing access to finance, supporting investment expansion and job creation, especially for youth, and strengthening market confidence through joint risk management,” he said.

As of Dec. 31, 2025, CGCC had approved 9,556 credit guarantee accounts, supporting loans worth approximately US$521 million.

By Sum Kosal