MEF and CGCC Launch Special Credit Guarantee Scheme to Support Priority Sectors

AKP Phnom Penh, January 28, 2026 

The Special Credit Guarantee Scheme has been officially launched as a new financing instrument designed to support key government policies and priority sectors, including rice, cashew nuts, manufacturing, social housing development and affordable housing.

The launch ceremony was held under the presidency of H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance, during the 5th anniversary of the Credit Guarantee Corporation of Cambodia (CGCC), which was jointly organised by the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) and the CGCC on January 27.

Under the newly launched scheme, business owners can directly apply to the CGCC for a credit guarantee of up to USD 10 million per loan, aimed at working capital needs and business expansion. 

Speaking at the ceremony, H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth said credit guarantee mechanisms have played a vital role in promoting financial inclusion, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), while strengthening private sector development and economic resilience.

“Credit guarantee mechanisms have significantly contributed to increasing access to finance, supporting investment expansion and job creation, especially for youth, and strengthening market confidence through joint risk management,” he said.

As of December 31, 2025, the CGCC has approved 9,556 credit guarantee accounts, supporting loans worth approximately USD 521 million.