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Cambodia's Premier F&B and Hospitality Showcase Unites Global Exponents

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Cambodia's culinary and hospitality sectors took a significant leap forward with the grand opening of CAMFOOD & CAMHOTEL 2025, a three-day international exhibition that brought together over 250 global exhibitors, more than 6,000 trade professionals, and world-class culinary masters. The event, held at the Diamond Island Exhibition and Convention Centre (DIECC) from October 22 to 24, 2025, aimed to accelerate growth, nurture talent, and strengthen international connections in the nation's hospitality and tourism industries.

Key Takeaways:

  • The exhibition featured over 250 global exhibitors from across the globe and more than 6,000 trade professionals, showcasing the nation's culinary and hospitality landscape as a rising force in Southeast Asia.
  • The event was officiated by H.E. Huot Hak, Minister of the Ministry of Tourism, Oknha Lim Socheat, Vice President of Cambodia Chamber of Commerce, and Mr. Gerard Leeuwenburgh, Country General Manager of Malaysia & Cambodia, Informa Markets.
  • Tourism contributed approximately 9.4% to Cambodia's GDP in 2024, with international arrivals reaching around 6.7 million visitors, indicating a 22.9% increase from the previous year.
  • The exhibition provided local enterprises with access to global innovations, including smart point-of-sale systems, energy-efficient kitchen equipment, and gourmet innovations, to enhance service standards and competitiveness.
  • CAMFOOD & CAMHOTEL 2025 featured a comprehensive program of activities, including Seminar Series, Heritage on a Plate, Davinci Gourmet Barista Craft Championship 2025, Wine Service Competition & Cocktail Demo 2025, and The Tourism Career Fair 2025.
  • The event highlighted Cambodia's aspirations for growth, professionalism, and global engagement, with strong government backing, and its goal of establishment as a world-class, sustainable, and competitive tourism destination by 2030.

Statistics:

  • Over 250 global exhibitors participated in the exhibition.
  • More than 6,000 trade professionals attended the event.
  • Tourism contributed 9.4% to Cambodia's GDP in 2024.
  • International arrivals reached approximately 6.7 million visitors in 2024, with a 22.9% increase from the previous year.
  • The event was held at the Diamond Island Exhibition and Convention Centre (DIECC) from October 22 to 24, 2025.
  • The exhibition was open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Sources:

  • PHNOM PENH, Cambodia, Oct. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cambodia's culinary, hospitality, and tourism industries took a major step forward today with the grand opening of CAMFOOD & CAMHOTEL 2025.
  • "Tourism is one of the most dynamic pillars of Cambodia's economy, and its strength depends on the skills, services, and innovation of our hospitality and F&B sectors." - H.E. Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism.
  • "This exhibition highlights the strength and potential of Cambodian enterprises while creating opportunities for international collaboration. It is a testament to the Kingdom's readiness to compete regionally and globally in F&B, hospitality, and tourism." - Oknha Lim Socheat, Cambodia Chamber of Commerce.
  • CAMFOOD & CAMHOTEL 2025 runs from 22-24 October 2025 at the Diamond Island Exhibition and Convention Centre (DIECC), Phnom Penh, and is open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

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