EuroCham Meets with H.E. Dr. Sok Siphana to Discuss Cambodia’s Logistics and Customs

13 Mar 2025 | Transport & Logistics Government Consultation

Last modified date: 13 Mar 2025

Duration: 1 hour 

On January 14, 2025, EuroCham held a courtesy meeting with H.E. Prof. Bundit Sapheacha Dr SOK Siphana at the Peace Palace to discuss key issues impacting Cambodia’s logistics and customs sectors.

EuroCham’s leadership, including Chairman Tassilo Brinzer, Executive Director Martin Brisson, Advocacy Coordinator Joachim Dautais, and Transport and Logistics Committee leaders Chairman Suy Bunthan and Vice-Chairman Rutger Heijsteeg, were in attendance, along with EuroCham Board Member Julie Kéo.

During the meeting, Mr. Tassilo Brinzer highlighted the challenges faced by the e-commerce industry, such as excessive customs forms and obstacles to return-to-origin processes. He also shared EuroCham’s initiative to launch a one-stop English-language database for investors on the EuroCham website.

Mr. Bunthan Suy, Head of Operations at DHL Cambodia, expressed his concerns over high rental fees at the upcoming Techo International Airport and its impact on logistics operations.

Despite these challenges, all parties were optimistic about the progress made in working with government stakeholders, with H.E. Dr. Sok Siphana reaffirming his commitment to continued collaboration.