Recent news

Latest items of recent news relevant to Cambodia as reported in our fortnightly newswire ‘Dernières nouvelles’. 

Cambodia: Warning to employers about working conditions

In the last two years, the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training has inspected 3,393 enterprises and establishments and placed sanctions on 358 that have failed to improve conditions – particularly in relation to safety and health – even after directions were given …

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Cambodia: Workers’ monthly minimum wage for 2023 has been raised to US$200

The US dollar is the de facto currency of Cambodia and the new rate applies to full-time workers in textile, garment, footwear and travel goods industries – although during their probationary period, workers will receive a slightly reduced amount …

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Cambodia: E-visa “type E” is now available for all countries

Foreign nationals may now apply for an e-visa (“Visa Type E”) online for business activities of up to 30 days …

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Cambodia: Government kicks off pension scheme for private sector

From 1st October 2022, employers and employees must contribute to the pension scheme of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) that was launched in 2021 …

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Cambodia: Labour unions want minimum wage hike

Initial discussions will start this month over next year’s minimum wage …

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Cambodia: Online self-declared labour inspections

The Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training is taking several steps to ensure that employers meet their obligations to undertake and report self-declared labour inspections at least twice a year …

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Cambodia: Patent tax

Foreign companies can easily be misled by the title of the “Patent Tax” to believe that it relates to intellectual property …

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Cambodia: Double tax agreement update

The government is negotiating with several countries to introduce double taxation treaties …

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Cambodia: 21 public holidays in 2022

There will be 21 public holidays in 2022 – which ranks it fourth in Asia after Malaysia, Thailand, and Myanmar …

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Cambodia: The Law on the amendment of the labour law comes into force in October 2021

The Labour Law has been amended to allow employees to work more than one shift a day (Art 138) …

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Cambodia: Rules for compulsory and voluntary pension contributions

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is expanding its portfolio of mandatory schemes with the introduction of a national pension plan …

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Cambodia: Pensions schemes

Since early May 2021, all employers have been required to register with the National Social Security Fund in order to comply with the requirements of the 2019 Social Security Law …

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Cambodia: Labour disputes fell by almost 50% in 2020

The number of labour disputes fell by almost 50% last year …

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Cambodia: Government imposes harsh laws as Covid numbers spike

A total crackdown has taken place across the country in an attempt to prevent the pandemic worsening …

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Cambodia: Medical check-ups for employees

Cambodian employees must now be subject to two-yearly medical check-ups at a facility approved by the Ministry of Health …

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