News

Date: 17th January 2024

Venue: Sofitel, Phnom Penh

The Indian Business Chamber in Cambodia officially launched on January 17, 2024,
graced by H.E. Devyani Khobragade, Ambassador of India, and H.E. Pich Rithi,
Secretary of State, Ministry of Commerce. The landmark event brought together
over 250 participants including business leaders, entrepreneurs, and government
representatives, marking a new chapter in strengthening India–Cambodia trade ties.

Date: 1st April 2024

Venue: Sofitel, Phnom Penh

The Study in India Education Fair 2024 was successfully hosted on April 1, 2024,
at Sofitel, Phnom Penh, organized by SAPE Events & Media Pvt. Ltd and supported
by the Indian Embassy and IBCC. The fair brought together 8 Indian universities
and 17 Cambodian universities for meaningful B2B discussions, strengthening
academic ties between India and Cambodia.

Date: 5th July 2024

Venue: Phnom Penh, Cambodia

The Indian Business Chamber in Cambodia (IBCC) hosted a focused business meeting on July 5, 2024, bringing together approximately 20 Cambodian business leaders with IBCC representatives. Attendees gained valuable insights from IBCC President Mr. Babulal Parihar and Board of Directors Mr. Niraj Gupta and Mr. Sharvan Rao, fostering stronger India–Cambodia business connections.

Organizer: IBCC & The Art of Living (AOL)

The Indian Business Chamber in Cambodia (IBCC), in collaboration with The Art of Living (AOL), successfully organized an event on “Mindfulness for Effective Business Management.” The event drew over 100 attendees representing nearly 40 corporates
and organizations across Cambodia, promoting mindful leadership and well-being in the business community.

Date:20th February 2024

Format:Online Webinar

IBCC, in partnership with FICCI and Bun & Associates, hosted a webinar on “Business & Investment Opportunities in Cambodia,” supported by the Embassy of India, Phnom Penh. The session provided participants with key insights into Cambodia’s business environment, tax structure, and investment incentives under the new Investment Law, helping Indian businesses explore and understand
opportunities in Cambodia.

Date: 19th March 2025

Venue: Hyatt, Phnom Penh

IBCC, in collaboration with Trempplin and Newgen Software, and supported by
ABC and CMA, hosted a successful event bringing together 85+ participants from
banks and microfinance institutions (MFIs) across Cambodia, fostering meaningful
dialogue and innovation within the financial sector.

Date: 10th July 2025

The Indian Business Chamber in Cambodia (IBCC) signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Cambodian Gems and Jewelry Traders Association (CGJTA), marking a strategic collaboration between the two organizations. The signing ceremony was graced by H.E. Vanlalvawna Bawitlung, Ambassador of India to Cambodia, H.E. Ms. Ong Sopheavy, Secretary of State representing the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, and H.E. Ms. Tann Tepikanika, Under Secretary of State representing the Minister of Commerce.

Event: Best of India Expo 2025

The first-ever India Expo in Cambodia kicked off with a grand opening ceremony
graced by H.E. Ms. Cham Nimul, Minister of Commerce, and H.E. Mr. Vanlalvawna
Bawitlung, Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Cambodia. The expo features a
vibrant showcase of Indian culture through stalls offering Indian cuisine,
traditional attire, jewelry, entertainment, and more — giving Cambodian visitors
a rich and immersive cultural experience.

Organizer: Embassy of India in Cambodia

IBCC was pleased to support the “India–Cambodia Interaction in the Pharmaceutical Sector,” organized by the Embassy of India in Cambodia. H.E. Mr. Vanlalvawna Bawitlung, Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Cambodia, highlighted the strategic importance and future potential of India–Cambodia collaboration in the pharmaceutical
industry, paving the way for stronger bilateral ties in this vital sector.

Event: 18th Trade Expo – Ministry of Commerce, Cambodia

The 18th Trade Expo, organized by the Ministry of Commerce, Kingdom of Cambodia, was inaugurated by H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister, and H.E. Ms. Cham Nimul, Minister of Commerce. The Embassy of India facilitated six concessional booths for Indian companies, with the Indian Pavilion officially opened through a ribbon-cutting ceremony by H.E. Mr. Vanlalvawna Bawitlung, Ambassador of India to Cambodia, alongside representatives of the participating Indian companies.

Date: 13th March 2024

Venue: Hyatt Regency, Phnom Penh

IBCC, in cooperation with the Indian Embassy and ChemExcil, successfully organized
the “India–Cambodia Chemical Business Meet,” bringing together 18 Indian chemical
sector companies and over 100 Cambodian companies. The event was honored by
H.E. Dr. Devyani Khobragade, Ambassador of India to Cambodia, along with senior
Cambodian government representatives from the Council for Development of Cambodia
(CDC), the Ministry of Industry Science Technology & Innovation (MISTI), and the
Ministry of Agriculture Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF).

Event: Private Sector Working Group D (PSWG-D) Meeting

IBCC President Mr. Babulal Parihar and Board of Director Mr. Sharvan Rao represented IBCC at the Private Sector Working Group D (PSWG-D) meeting, alongside representatives from international chambers and the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce (CCC). IBCC effectively raised key concerns of Indian pharmaceutical companies regarding “Tax on Free/Sample Goods” and “Allowing of Flexible Discount Rate,” which were well received by the Working Group and appreciated by other attendees for their broader relevance across industries.