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About the Cambodia Cashew and Pepper Trade Forum 2025
The Cambodia Cashew and Pepper Trade Forum (CCPTF) is the country’s flagship platform for advancing sustainable trade, innovation, and investment in its premium cashew and pepper sectors. It brings together producers, processors, exporters, investors, and development partners to forge meaningful connections and drive global competitiveness.
This year’s theme, “Spotlight: Unlocking EU Market Access,” opens new doors for Cambodian agribusiness. The Team Europe Side Event features leading European companies offering expertise in agri-tech, certification, sustainability, and processing — setting the stage for transformative partnerships and expanded access to high-value markets.
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The CCPTF is Cambodia’s gateway to global markets—uniting producers, investors, and partners to spark innovation, attract investment, and elevate the country’s premium crops onto the world stage.
This is where vision meets actions
More than just a trade event, the Forum provides a unique space where business, policy, and innovation come together. Through direct engagement with European buyers, service providers, and investors, Cambodian stakeholders can build lasting partnerships that strengthen local value chains, improve processing, and support long-term sector growth.
The program includes high-level industry panels, focused B2B matchmaking sessions, and exhibitions that spotlight trends, technologies, and sustainable solutions. It’s a platform for shaping the future of Cambodia’s export sectors and turning vision into action.
Agenda
| 08:00 – 08:30 | Welcome and registration |
| 08:30 – 09:10 | Official opening ceremony |
| 09:10 – 09:25 | Photo Session & getting to know the audience |
| 09:25 – 09:55 | Cambodia in the world cashew & pepper market |
| 09:55 – 10:05 | Investment Promotion What are the incentives and opportunities for investors in cashews and pepper in Cambodia? |
| 10:05 – 10:30 | Break |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | Cashew success story from Cambodia – experience in setting up a processing facility and first export deals |
| 10:45 – 11:00 | The Potential of the Cambodian Cashew and Pepper Sectors |
| 11:00 – 11:10 | Spotlight on the implementation progress of the Cashew Policy and draft Pepper Policy |
| 11:10 – 12:00 | Incentives to promote the Cambodian cashew and pepper sector (session in Khmer) Panel discussion on: How to unlock capital and investments? How to increase post-harvest treatment and stocks available? |
| 12:00 – 13:30 | Lunch Break |
| 13:30 – 13:35 | Why to join the Cambodia Cashew Federation (CCF)? |
| 13:35 – 13:45 | Why to join the Cambodia Pepper and Spice Federation (CPSF) and International Pepper Community (IPC)? |
| 13:45 – 14:00 | Pepper success story – experience in maintaining quality production and boosting exports |
| 14:00 – 14:15 | Cashew processing success story – from raw cashew nut exporter to the largest processor |
| 14:15 – 14:45 | Break |
| 14:45 – 15:05 | What buyers want – European buyer requirements for cashew nuts |
| 15:05 – 15:20 | Impact investment (TBC) |
| 15:20 – 15:35 | Impact investment case (TBC) |
| 15:35 – 16:05 | Overview of Key Highlights and Wrap Up |
| 16:05 – 18:00 | Meeting European Service Providers |
| 18:00 – 20:00 | Networking Cocktail |
| Timing | Track 1: Pepper | Track 2: Cashew |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00–08:30 | Welcome and Registration | Welcome and Registration |
| 08:30–08:45 | Opening address | Opening address |
| 08:45–09:15 | Opportunities in the European Market: A Market Study Overview | Opportunities in the European Market: A Market Study Overview |
| 09:15–09:35 | Meeting EU Market’ requirements | Meeting EU Market’ requirements |
| 09:35–10:00 | Connecting with Buyers: EU Import Desks and Market Access Tools | Connecting with Buyers: EU Import Desks and Market Access Tools |
| 10:00–10:30 | Break | Break |
| 10:30–10:50 | Showcasing Your Product: Trade Fairs in the EU | Showcasing Your Product: Trade Fairs in the EU |
| 10:50–11:10 | Sustainability and Certifications: Accessing premium and certified markets for success | Sustainability and Certifications: Accessing premium and certified markets for success |
| 11:10–11:30 | Going Digital: Tools for Export Readiness and Market Intelligence | Going Digital: Tools for Export Readiness and Market Intelligence |
| 11:30–12:00 | Open discussion | Open discussion |
| 12.00 – 13.30 | Lunch | Lunch |
| 13:30–15:45 | Workshop Sustainable pepper production: How can production be increased nationally without risking the strong reputation for quality? | Workshop Fit for processing: How can the Cambodian cashew sector prepare for a future vison of high-quality value addition? |
| 15:45–17:00 | Wrap up: Presentation of working groups results and final address | Wrap up: Presentation of working groups results and final address |
*Note: The agenda is subject to change without prior notice.
Five reasons to join
This is where Cambodia connects with the world. The CCPTF offers unparalleled opportunities to access the EU market, attract investment, and strengthen international trade partnerships.
With the support of Team Europe and the active participation of public and private sector leaders, the Forum is driving a new chapter of growth and global recognition for Cambodia’s cashew and pepper industries.
Organizer and Partners
The Forum is hosted by the Ministry of Commerce (MoC), in partnership with the European Union Delegation, and the Federal Republic of Germany.
