Cambodia’s border casinos still brushing off the Covid-19 dust

May 13, 2022 Cambodia Emerging Markets Industry Updates

Several years of lockdowns have not been kind to Cambodia’s border casinos, with only some having resumed operations, whilst others are in dire need of renovation, license renewal, or re-staffing.

Speaking to Khmer Times on Wednesday, Ros Phearun, deputy-director general of the Finance Ministry of Cambodia said there have been several hurdles facing border casinos wanting to reopen.

“I have noticed that some owners wish to resume their business operations, but it is still impossible because [their] facilities were closed down for a long time. They also need to hire people for work.”

Phearun said that many casinos in border towns, particularly in Bhavet and Poipet have yet to apply to renew their license, though casinos in other regions have already resumed operations due to an increase in tourism.