Cambodia Government Spending
Government expenditure as % of GDP GC.XPN.TOTL.GD.ZS
Cambodia's government spending was 12.95% in 2025, ranked 104th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2002–2025.
Overview
Cambodia's government spending stood at 12.95% in 2025, a rise of +0.00% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 12.95% by 2025. Cambodia ranked 104th globally.
Cambodia's government spending has exhibited a gradual increase over the past two decades, with a notable surge in recent years. The country's government spending as a percentage of its GDP has risen from an all-time low of 6.76% in 2005 to a current high of 12.95% in 2025, a significant improvement in the country's fiscal management. This upward trend is comparable to that of Guatemala, which has maintained a higher government spending-to-GDP ratio, at 13.68%, and is even closer to India's ratio of 12.92%. The increase in government spending is likely a result of the country's efforts to invest in its infrastructure and social services, following a period of rapid economic growth. However, a continued reliance on foreign aid and a high dependence on the garment industry may pose challenges to the sustainability of the country's economic growth. A potential shift in the global garment trade could potentially alter the trajectory of Cambodia's government spending.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Spending | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 13.10% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 12.95% | - | - |
| 2025 | 12.95% | +0.00% | #104 |
| 2023 | 12.95% | +1.17% | #5 |
| 2022 | 11.78% | −0.80% | #6 |
| 2021 | 12.58% | −0.36% | #12 |
| 2020 | 12.94% | +1.29% | #10 |
| 2019 | 11.65% | +0.89% | #9 |
| 2018 | 10.76% | −0.03% | #10 |
| 2017 | 10.80% | +1.01% | #11 |
| 2016 | 9.79% | +0.80% | #6 |
| 2015 | 8.99% | −0.44% | #2 |
| 2014 | 9.44% | +0.32% | #5 |
| 2013 | 9.12% | +0.78% | #3 |
| 2012 | 8.34% | −0.51% | #4 |
| 2011 | 8.84% | +0.19% | #3 |
| 2010 | 8.66% | −0.47% | #4 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Cambodia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government spending improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cambodia's government spending was 12.95% in 2025. Ranked 104th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.
Cambodia's government spending peaked at 12.95% in 2025.
The lowest government spending in Cambodia was 6.76% in 2005.
Cambodia ranks 104th globally in government spending as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GC.XPN.TOTL.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cambodia's government spending is projected to reach 12.95% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The government spending of Cambodia in 2025 was 12.95%. This ranks 104th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Cambodia Government Spending},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cambodia/government-spending/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}