MCBA Calls On Malaysian Businesses To Remain Calm Following Cambodia-Thailand Border Tensions

KUALA LUMPUR, July 27 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia-Cambodia Business Association (MCBA) has called on the Malaysian business community operating in Cambodia to remain calm and take proactive measures following recent localised tensions along the Cambodia–Thailand border.

President Ricky Yaw said the association remains committed to supporting its members with timely information and guidance to ensure business continuity and operational stability.

“The long-standing development of Malaysian businesses in Cambodia is built on mutual trust, stability, and regional cooperation. 

“In light of the recent localised tensions near the border, we urge the business community to respond calmly, rationally and proactively, while strengthening information access and internal preparedness,” he said in a statement. 

Yaw stressed that MCBA stands united with its members and will continue to act as a reliable backbone for businesses operating in the region.

“We firmly believe that with ongoing communication and collaboration, the strong cooperation between Malaysia and Cambodia will continue to flourish, with many opportunities ahead,” he added.

The association also reiterated its commitment to facilitating continuous dialogue, ensuring member companies are well-informed and reinforcing investor confidence in Cambodia as an emerging market.

MCBA has outlined several key initiatives to support Malaysian businesses. This includes promoting regional stability through dialogue, activating an information support mechanism, advising enterprises to strengthen preparedness and communication channels and reinforcing confidence in Cambodia’s investment outlook.

“MCBA believes Cambodia’s fundamentals as an emerging market remain sound and its development potential remains promising,” the statement said, adding that it encourages businesses to continue evaluating investment opportunities with safety remaining the top priority.
-- BERNAMA