Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD has officially broken ground on its new passenger vehicle factory in Cambodia, according to the Chinese Embassy in Cambodia.
Located within the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone, the facility will span 120,000 square metres and is designed with an annual production capacity of 10,000 vehicles. The plant is expected to commence operations by the end of 2025.
The move marks a significant step in BYD’s regional expansion strategy in Southeast Asia. According to a statement posted on the special economic zone’s WeChat account, the company received nearly 1,000 new energy vehicle (NEV) orders in Cambodia during the first quarter of this year—reflecting rising local demand for EVs.
The factory is part of BYD’s broader effort to bolster its international production network and meet growing global demand for electric mobility solutions.–REUTERS
