An analysis of trade facilitation and import/export processes in Cambodia

Cambodia’s policy development framework is defined in the ‘Rectangular Strategy for Growth, Empowerment, Equality and Efficiency’. This is graphically represented as an ‘integrated structure of interlocking rectangles’ at the core of which is good governance, supported by (i) enhancement of agricultural development (ii) development of the private sector and job creation (iii) rehabilitation and reconstruction of physical infrastructure and (iv) capacity building and human resources. The stated objective of the Strategy is to encourage growth, generate employment, and improve the efficiency of the public sector, among other ideals. The Strategy seeks to capture the key elements of the MDGs and other reform policies, strategies, programmes and plans.