Cambodia

Cambodia is projected to be the fastest-growing economy on this list, with a GDP growth of 6.0% in 2026, outperforming #10 Ethiopia's same projected rate by a higher base from 2025. Tourism recovery is a key driver: Angkor Wat attracted 2.5 million visitors in 2025, pushing travel receipts to 12% of GDP. Garment manufacturing adds another 16% to exports, while fintech innovations have boosted mobile money usage to over 50% of adults, outpacing the average adoption in Southeast Asia at 35%. The new Phnom Penh-Sihanoukville expressway has cut transit time by 40%, slashing logistics costs and attracting $1.2 billion in infrastructure pledges from China. This diverse momentum ensures Cambodia remains a regional standout, even as natural resource constraints loom.