India's view of the world · A factual referenceLast updated 12 May 2026 · Edition 04
COUNTRY RELATIONSHIP · CAMBODIA
India & Cambodia
ACT EAST POLICYITEC PARTNERBUDDHIST HERITAGEASEAN PARTNER
India and Cambodia share deep civilisational bonds rooted in Hinduism and Buddhism that predate modern diplomacy by more than a millennium — Angkor Wat, the world's largest temple complex, was built in the Khmer Hindu-Buddhist tradition and reflects the historical spread of Indian culture across Southeast Asia. Modern diplomatic relations date from 1952, and India's Act East Policy has elevated Cambodia's strategic relevance. Cooperation covers development assistance, ITEC training, defence, and cultural heritage, complemented by growing trade.
COOPERATION AREAS
Where India and Cambodia actually work together
5 active areas of cooperation, as of July 2026. Click any card for the full brief.
TRADE & INVESTMENT
By the numbers
Approximate figures. Trade conducted within ASEAN-India FTA framework. India's exports are pharmaceuticals, textiles, and machinery; Cambodia exports garments and agricultural commodities.
~$150mn
Total bilateral trade in goods
~$120mn
India exports to country
~$30mn
India imports from country
Trade trajectory · USD bn
$0.15bnin 2023 · click a bar to compare years
TOP TRADED ITEMS
AGREEMENTS & MILESTONES
The relationship since 1952, in 7 dates
CURRENT STATE
Where things stand, 2026
The relationship is anchored by shared civilisational heritage and India's development partnership, with growing strategic dimensions as India's Act East Policy deepens ASEAN engagement. ASI's Angkor Wat conservation remains the flagship symbol. Trade is growing but modest. India's concern about Chinese military presence in Cambodia has added a new strategic layer, making the relationship more than merely cultural and developmental.
SIGNALS TO WATCH
On track / positive momentum
In progress / worth watching
Stalled or facing headwinds
Not yet started / unclear
QUICK FACTS
CapitalPhnom Penh
Population17 million
RegionSoutheast Asia
Diplomatic tiesSince 1952
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