Cambodia Government has issued an ultimatum to Cambodia’s garment factories to sign up for automated Certificate of Origin (CO) service by the end of the year. A CO certifies a product’s place of origin and is a requirement for many export destinations. The process for gaining the certificate has been moved online in a bid to cut back on red tape and informal fee requests that occur in face to face applications to the ministry. Since May, more than 400 garment and footwear factories have signed up to the commerce ministry’s automated system and over 17,000 certificates have been issued. Garment Manufacturers Association in Cambodia senior officer Cheat Khemara said that his organisation was encouraging all members to apply for the automated service as it saves time and reduces unofficial payments. It creates a better business environment.
Bharat Tex Special Report 2026 
