The Cambodian government will expand the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the country to address increasing demand, with new fast-charging stations capable of fully charging vehicles in approximately 30 minutes, enabling travel of between 300 km and 400 km.

According to Keo Rattanak, Minister of Mines and Energy, Electricite du Cambodge (EDC) will launch an investment plan to install fast-charging stations along major national roads.

The plan is intended to increase access to charging infrastructure and support a shift from fuel-powered vehicles, which have a higher environmental impact.

Speaking to reporters at the Global Green and Sustainability Forum 2025 on 30th October, Rattanak stated that the Government also plans to reduce the charging price per kilowatt-hour to support wider EV adoption.

"In the near future, under the guidance of the Ministry and the Government, EDC will introduce investments to equip all major roads in the country with fast-charging stations for both cars and motorbikes," he said. "At present, home charging requires six to seven hours, but soon, motorists will be able to stop along national roads, charge for 20 or 30 minutes, and travel a further 300 km to 400 km."

He further added that the planned pricing measures are intended to reduce fuel-related expenditure. Research on electric vehicles indicates that EVs may be up to five times more cost-efficient than fuel-powered vehicles, due to lower energy and maintenance costs.

"We will also reduce the charging cost from the current KHR 1,600-2,000 (US$ 0.4-0.5) per kilowatt-hour to a lower rate," Rattanak said. "This will allow drivers to travel without concern about access to charging facilities.

"In the future, the transport sector is expected to be powered by domestically generated renewable electricity."

The Government is also assessing EV integration in the haulage and agricultural sectors as part of its wider energy strategy.