Economy
In 2005, Cambodia’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was approximately USD$5.3 billion. It
has been experiencing approximately nine per cent growth. Historically, Cambodia’s primary
industry has been agriculture, but strong industrial growth has reduced its importance. In
2005, agriculture represented 31.4 per cent of GDP. Now, the textiles and manufacturing industry and tourism are experiencing growth, accounting for approximately 14 per cent
and 36 per cent of GDP respectively in 2005 (National Institute of Statistics of Cambodia,
2008).