On 12 June 2026 in Osaka, Japan, Royal Group Phnom Penh SEZ Plc. signed a Joint Venture Agreement with the Kampong Thom Provincial Administration to establish the Kampong Thom Special Economic Zone (KTSEZ).

The project aims to develop a Farm-to-Factory Agro-Processing Zone that will promote import substitution and export-oriented industries by creating value-added agricultural supply chains. The initiative is expected to enhance rural industrialization, generate employment opportunities, and increase farmers' incomes through the development of agro-processing industries.

The development of the Kampong Thom Special Economic Zone is aligned with the vision of Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, and the Royal Government’s policies to promote agricultural modernization, industrial diversification, and balanced regional development. The project supports national efforts to strengthen Cambodia’s agro-industrial sector, create employment opportunities in rural areas, and enhance the competitiveness of Cambodian agricultural products in both domestic and international markets.

Commenting on the project, Neak Oknha Kith Meng, Chairman of Royal Group Phnom Penh SEZ Plc., stated: “This project represents a new venture for our company and reflects our commitment to contributing to rural development by leveraging the expertise we have cultivated over the past two decades. Through the Kampong Thom Special Economic Zone, we aim to create sustainable employment opportunities, provide stable sources of income for rural communities, and support the development of Cambodia’s agro-industrial sector.”

Leveraging more than two decades of experience in special economic zone development, Royal Group Phnom Penh SEZ Plc. aims to develop the Kampong Thom Special Economic Zone into a leading Farm-to-Factory Agro-Processing Zone that strengthens agricultural value chains, attracts quality investment, and creates sustainable economic opportunities for Cambodian farmers and rural communities.

About Royal Group

Cambodia’s strategic investment holding company, the Royal Group is recognized as the country’s most dynamic and diversified business conglomerate. With interests in a wide range of industries including banking & finance, insurance, telecommunications, power energy, transport, media & entertainment, hotels & resorts, education, property development, and import and export trading.