Cambodia has announced a modest increase in the minimum monthly wage for workers in the textile, garment, footwear, and travel goods sectors, setting it at 0 for 2026.
This marks a $2 rise from the current $208, effective from January 1, 2026.
Prime Minister Hun Manet confirmed the wage adjustment via social media, extending his congratulations to workers. The decision followed the fourth meeting of the National Minimum Wage Council, where representatives from both employers and employees opted not to propose new figures, leaving the government to determine the wage level based on the prevailing economic conditions.
In addition to the base wage, workers will continue to receive fringe benefits, including $10 for regular attendance, $7 for transportation and rent, and a seniority bonus ranging from $2 to $11 per month.
The garment sector is Cambodia’s largest foreign currency earner, comprising over 1,500 factories and employing approximately 900,000 workers. In the first half of 2025, the country exported textile and apparel products worth $7.62 billion, a 22% increase from the same period in 2024.
This annual wage increase reflects the government’s ongoing efforts to improve the livelihoods of workers while maintaining the sector’s competitiveness in the global market.
