The Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training and the Garment Manufacturers Association in Cambodia (GMAC) has sought no penalties from buyers and other stakeholders for delay in orders due to current lockdown measures. In Q1 FY21, Cambodia’s garment product exports declined by 10 per cent, according to figures from the Ministry of Economy and Finance. Most Cambodia’s garment factories remained closed during the quarter due to a rise in COVID-19 case in Phnom Penh and Takmao city, Kandal province, reports Khmer Times.

The Royal Government of Cambodia also announced a two-week lockdown in Phnom Penh and Takmao from April 15 to May 5 to contain and prevent the spread of COVID. The ministry has been urging international buyers to show flexibility and understand the condition in Cambodia’s garment sector. Spokesperson Heng Sour said the full production chain will be normal once the COVID-19 situation is better and they will be able to supply products quickly.