Phnom penh: The General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE) of Cambodia has reissued a directive banning the import of certain products from Thailand. This announcement marks a significant development in the trade relations between the two neighboring countries.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the official notification circulated on July 16 specifies that the importation of vegetables, fruits, and various types of fuel and gas, including gasoline, diesel, LPG, LNG, fuel oil, and Jet-A1, is strictly prohibited. The directive aims to regulate the entry of these specific goods into Cambodia, emphasizing the need for adherence to the new restrictions.
While other goods remain unaffected by this ban and can be imported under normal procedures, the GDCE has stressed the importance of ensuring that imports do not pass through border checkpoints that have been unilaterally closed by Thailand. This measure is part of a broader effort to manage and monitor cross-border trade effectively.
The general department has called upon business operators and the public for cooperation and understanding as they implement these changes. GDCE assured that further updates will be provided as the situation evolves, signaling that the current measures may be subject to change based on future developments in the bilateral trade landscape.