(Phnom Penh): Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said demand for electric vehicles (EVs) is rising in Cambodia as fuel prices continue to climb, speaking on Sunday (Apr. 26) during his meeting with informal economy, trade unions and associations in Phnom Penh.

“Previously, there were only a few EV companies. Now there are many more, and with rising fuel prices, EV sales are increasing significantly,” he said.

The premier also highlighted that while Cambodia already has basic infrastructure in place, the priority is to expand domestic production. Local manufacturing, even by foreign brands, would generate jobs and broader economic benefits.

To support this, the Royal Government has introduced tax incentives and policies aimed at making locally produced vehicles more competitive and affordable compared to imports.

He added that human resource development is essential, as new factories will require both production workers and skilled technicians. These capabilities are key to building Cambodia’s industrial base.

Looking ahead, Samdech Thipadei pointed to technology transfer as the next step, noting that many countries begin by attracting foreign investors before developing their own domestic industries.

Meanwhile, EV users are increasingly turning to digital tools such as Fresh AI, which includes an EV Zone feature mapping more than 230 charging stations nationwide.
=FRESH NEWS