Cambodia, with a population of 16 million largely distributed across rural areas, adequate connectivity is a substantial undertaking. Phnom Penh, the capital, and Siem Reap, the tourist hub, have comprehensive services; however, remote regions struggle with limited accessibility, particularly during monsoonal rains. Despite these challenges, Cambodia has seen unprecedented growth in mobile and internet services. In renewables, the country has significant projects underway in development of solar power, with hydropower already accounting for over half of the country's energy production. Infrastructure solutions are still needed for comprehensive digital inclusion and energy access, but these progressions demonstrate Cambodia's steady advancements in technology and telecommunications.
Mobile Network Operators
The are 4 companies operating mobile networks in this region.
Smart is a telecommunications company operating in Cambodia. The company was established in February 2009 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Axiata Group Berhad, one of Asia’s largest telecommunications groups. Smart was the first network to introduce 4G LTE in 2014 and currently serves over 8 million subscribers under the “Smart” brand.
South East Asia Telecom Group Ltd (SEATEL Group) was established in 2014 in Singapore as a mobile telecom and ISP investor in ASEAN region. South East Asia Telecom (Cambodia) Co, Ltd (SEATEL Cambodia), founded in 2014, the subsidiary of SEATELGroup in Cambodia, is a comprehensive telecommunication operator whose business includes mobile telecommunication and Internet services. The company offers mobile services in Cambodia under "Yes 018" branding.