GAC Cambodia KD Factory Launch: A New Era for Local Manufacturing

On September 17, 2026, the GAC Cambodia KD factory was officially inaugurated in Kampong Chhnang Province with considerable fanfare. The event was graced by notable dignitaries including Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and the Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia, Wang Wenbin. Jiang Xiuyun, the deputy general manager of GAC Group, and leaders from TH Group, GAC's strategic partner in Cambodia, were also in attendance, marking the commencement of production at the THAM assembly plant dedicated to GAC vehicles.

This milestone symbolizes a pivotal shift for GAC, transitioning from the importation of fully assembled vehicles to establishing a local manufacturing operation. It is recognized as a significant achievement in the economic and commercial cooperation between China and Cambodia. Prime Minister Hun Manet highlighted this development as a major advancement in the Cambodian government's industrial transformation, promoting a shift from labor-intensive industries to capital, technology-driven sectors that require high-level skills. This change is anticipated to spur local industrial development, increase national economic value, and create new growth opportunities.

GAC's journey in Cambodia has been robust. Since the project's initiation in 2024, a close collaboration among all stakeholders enabled the completion of all preparatory and construction work ahead of the factory's operational launch. Under this local assembly initiative, TH Group is responsible for the factory's investment, construction, and vehicle assembly, while GAC provides complete knockdown (CKD) kits, technical standards, and ongoing support throughout the production process. The factory is projected to have an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 10,000 units.

The impressive market performance of GAC vehicles further validates the effectiveness of its deep development efforts. TRUMPCHI has experienced extraordinary growth in Cambodia, achieving an average annual growth rate exceeding 300% over the past three years. In 2025, it emerged as the leading Chinese automotive brand in the country, with expanding influence.

The start of production at the GAC Cambodia KD factory represents a fresh chapter in GAC's evolution within Cambodia. Throughout the past seven years, the company has made significant strides in distribution network development, product launches, brand consolidation, and production modernization. By investing in these ventures, GAC has actively shared its developmental opportunities with the Cambodian populace, thereby contributing to job creation and the introduction of advanced technologies to the region.

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