Trade Mission To Phnom Penh Cambodia

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Trade Mission To Phnom Penh, Cambodia

MRCA celebrates 65 years of diplomatic relations between Cambodia and Malaysia with a trade mission entourage to Phnom Penh.

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n commemorating 65 years of diplomatic relations between Cambodia and Malaysia, MRCA organised a trade mission to Phnom Penh from 30 August to 3 September 2022. The trip was also co-organised by the Royal Embassy of Cambodia to Malaysia. The 5-day trip comprised MRCA’s Exco members as well as members of the association. With an exciting itinerary, the entourage from Malaysia had an insightful experience exploring business opportunities and learning about the economic drivers of Cambodia.

On the rst day of the trip, the delegates attended a business forum entitled “Forum on Business Opportunities and Intellectual Property Protection in Cambodia under Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Framework”. The forum was coorganised by the Asia Cambodia Law Group, Association of Guang Dong China Commercial Representative in Cambodia and Royal Embassy of Cambodia to Malaysia. It was supported by the Ministry of Foreign A airs & International Cooperation of Kingdom of Cambodia, Intellectual Property Association of Cambodia, Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA), Malaysian Business Chamber In Cambodia (MBCC) and Morgan Group. Dato’ Vincent Choo, Vice President of MRCA delivered the welcome speech, while His Excellency (H. E.) Dr. Nhem Khemara, Secretary Of State, Ministry of Foreign A airs and International Cooperation (MFA.IC) delivered the opening remarks. MRCA signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) with the Asia Cambodia Laws Group and the Guang Dong China Commercial Representative in the Kingdom.

The delegates also had the opportunity to listen to several presentations by industry experts on trademark registration and IP enforcement, business and investment opportunities in Cambodia and regional business expansion, among others.

The rst day of the trip ended with an exhilarating gala dinner at NagaWorld Hotel, graced by H.E. Dr. Hun Manet, Deputy Commander-inChief of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces, Commander of the Royal Cambodian Army.

The rest of the days were equally exciting, featuring a courtesy call on H.E. Mr Prak Sokhonn, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign A airs and International Cooperation. Dato Vincent Choo led the delegation of 60 Malaysian entrepreneurs and

businessmen, amidst the other delegations present.

“It has been a wonderful experience leading a group of MRCA delegates to this trade mission, and having the opportunity to meet many new business friends and fostering new opportunities,” said Dato’ Vincent.

A mini-exhibition was held themed “Creating Business Opportunity Between Malaysia and Cambodia”. The event was graced by several dignitaries and industry leaders. The guest-ofhonour was H.E. Mr. Sok Chenda Sophea, Minister Attached to the Prime Minister, Secretary General of Council for Development of Cambodia, H.E. Sim Sokheng, Secretary of State, The Ministry of Commerce and Advisor to IPAC, H.E. Mr. Cheuy Vichet, among others.

Dato’ Vincent delivered his welcome speech at the exhibition. The event witnessed the signing of several MoUs between MRCA and several organisations.

To commemorate Malaysia’s independence, a Merdeka celebration networking cocktail was held, providing MRCA members the opportunity to network and build business relationships with Cambodia’s business fraternity.

The trade mission also comprised visits to the Urban Village, Olympia Mall, Diamond Island and many other corporate visits, followed by a gala dinner and networking session. All in the trade mission was a success and testament to the strong business bonds between Cambodia and Malaysia. The delegates had a memorable time and insightful learning experience.