AKP Phnom Penh, June 05, 2025 --

Cambodia welcomed approximately 2.4 million foreign tourists during the first four months of 2025, reflecting a 13.6 percent increase compared to the same period last year, according to a report released by the Ministry of Tourism on June 5.

Thailand topped the list of source markets, contributing 674,134 visitors—an increase of 14.6 percent—followed by Vietnam with 410,424 visitors and China with 387,505.

Roughly 42 percent of international tourists arrived by air, while the remainder entered the country via land and waterways.

H.E. Ms. Hun Dany, Secretary of State and spokesperson for the Ministry of Tourism, underscored the critical role of peace and political stability in attracting international visitors.

“Peace and political stability are prerequisites for tourism growth. Foreign tourists will not come to Cambodia if there is insecurity or instability,” she said.

She added that the combined efforts of the Royal Government and the private sector in promoting Cambodia’s tourism potential—along with improved airport facilities—have contributed significantly to the increase in arrivals.

Tourism remains one of the four key pillars of Cambodia’s economy, alongside garment exports, agriculture, and the real estate and construction sectors.

The Ministry projects that Cambodia could receive up to 7.5 million international tourists in 2025.

In 2024, the Kingdom attracted approximately 6.7 million foreign visitors, generating US$3.63 billion in revenue and contributing around 9.4 percent to the national gross domestic product (GDP).

The ministry also reported that Cambodian outbound tourism rose by 0.7 percent over the same four-month period, totaling 587,041 travellers.

By Chea Vannak