The Coordinating Committee for Informal Economy Development convened on September 19, 2024 at the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI) to finalize the draft sub-decree aimed at registering the informal economy into a new  Voluntary digital platform.

Chaired by H.E. Hem Vanndy, Minister of MISTI, the meeting brought together representatives from various ministries-institutions, including the private sector and business associations to refine the draft sub-decree. This discussion focused on digitally onboarding informal workers and micro-enterprises, facilitating their identification and recognition.

The Royal Government of Cambodia has endorsed the development of a new digital platform designed to support the Voluntary Digital of informal economy participants. The platform will enable these actors to gain recognition and ultimately enhance their economic contributions. Additionally, the Coordinating Committee has been tasked with developing a sub-decree on onboarding of informal economy and organizing a national onboarding campaign.