Cambodia's Capital Gains Tax: Why Now Isn't the Right Time

Cambodia is preparing to introduce a 20% Capital Gains Tax (CGT) starting September 1, 2025, covering profits from shares, leases, goodwill, intellectual property, and foreign exchange. Real estate transactions will follow suit on January 1, 2026, according to Prakas 496.

While policymakers claim this move will "align Cambodia with international norms," the timing and design of this tax raise serious concerns for businesses, investors, and ordinary Cambodians. Here's why this policy may do more harm than good.

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Cambodia's Demographic Dividend: Opportunity Slipping Through Our Fingers

The "demographic dividend" has become a buzzword in development circles discussing Cambodia's economic future. This concept—that a growing working-age population relative to dependents can accelerate economic growth—sounds promising on paper. However, after years of working across Southeast Asia, I've observed that this potential dividend is rapidly slipping through Cambodia's fingers due to structural economic barriers that policymakers seem reluctant to address.

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Cambodia's Digital Transformation: A Bold Vision for an AI-Powered Future

In the rapidly evolving landscape of global technology, Cambodia stands at a critical crossroads. The kingdom has an unprecedented opportunity to leap into the digital future by establishing a world-class AI data center—a strategic investment that could revolutionize its economic trajectory and position Cambodia as a serious contender in the global technology ecosystem.

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