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Cambodian Scorecard

Country profile

Cambodia is located in Southeast Asia and is renowned for its lush landscapes, ancient temples, and a rich cultural legacy centered around the Khmer Empire. It has a population of 17.4 million, a population growth rate of 1.28%, and a median age of 25.84 years.

Its history includes remarkable achievements such as the construction of Angkor Wat, followed by periods of political upheaval and recovery.

Today, Cambodia is rebuilding with a focus on tourism, cultural preservation, and economic growth while cherishing its enduring traditions and artistic heritage.

Its capital city is Phnom Penh.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Cambodia improved by 7.4% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in Cambodia worsened by 20.0% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in Cambodia improved by 60.1% from 2022 to 2023

General Government Debt in Cambodia worsened by 2.7% from 2022 to 2023

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Cambodia improved by 0.2% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate in Cambodia improved by 3.8% from 2022 to 2023

Human Development showed no change from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Cambodia worsened by 3.9% from 2020 to 2021

World Happiness Report in Cambodia worsened by 1.2% from 2022 to 2023

Freedom in the World showed no change from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Cambodia improved by 20.0% from 2020 to 2021

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception in Cambodia worsened by 8.3% from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption in Cambodia worsened by 4.8% from 2022 to 2023

Government Effectiveness in Cambodia improved by 13.0% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Cambodia improved by 140.0% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Cambodia improved by 5.4% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Cambodia improved by 1.4% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Cambodia worsened by 1.8% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Cambodia worsened by 5.1% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Cambodia improved by 1.9% from 2020 to 2021