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CANCHAM CAMBODIA NOVEMBER 2026

Francophonie in Cambodia.
Events & connections.

La Francophonie se donne rendez-vous à Phnom Penh.

Find November’s key events, meet Canadian and Québec partners, and make the most of your time in Phnom Penh.

Your starting point

Francophonie in Cambodia: the essentials.

Phnom Penh hosts the 20th Francophonie Summit on 15–16 November 2026. The Village de la Francophonie, FrancoTech and parallel business, cultural and university events each have their own programmes and access arrangements.

CanCham connects Cambodian businesses with Canadian and Québec partners. Explore the highlights below, then filter the calendar to find relevant events, participation details and organiser links.

Official Summit information

Le Canada au rendez-vous

CanCham highlights.

Three opportunities with a direct Chamber connection, from regional partnerships to women-led enterprise.

12 November

Partnerships & networking

EuroCham Francophonie Networking

Join EuroCham and CCI France Cambodge for a business briefing, the EuroCham–CanCham MoU signing and a networking reception.

17:30–20:00 · Chew & Bash, Phnom Penh Island Club

Organiser details

14 November

Canada–Mekong business

Canada–Mekong Business Panel & Reception

An announced programme from CABC and CanCham Cambodia brings Canada–Mekong trade and investment into focus through a business panel and networking reception.

15:00–19:00 · Venue to be confirmed

View programme

15–18 November

Women-led enterprise

RFAQ Women’s Business Mission

RFAQ’s Cambodia mission, in collaboration with CanCham, combines targeted business matching and a roundtable for women-led Québec SMEs.

Selective mission · Participation by application

Mission details

Les rendez-vous de novembre

November events & missions.

Explore events and delegations by interest. All dates are in 2026 and all times are Cambodia time, UTC+7.

REF registration closes 30 October. Planning to join the entrepreneurs’ meeting on 14–16 November? Check the organiser’s registration notice.

View notice

21 events & missions

Organiser information checked

5–6NOV
BusinessCanada linked

Forum des femmes influentes

Royal University of Law and Economics · Amphitheatre G, Phnom PenhProgramme times to be confirmed

A Québec-linked forum on women’s leadership, education, research and inclusive development, bringing together academic, business and civil society networks.

University announcement published; enquire with the organiser about participation.

10–12NOV
Business

Cambodia Cashew and Pepper Trade Forum

Sofitel Phnom Penh PhokeethraDaytime programme · 12 November field visits

Agribusiness panels, buyer matchmaking, investment discussions and field visits connect Cambodian cashew and pepper producers with international markets.

Registration advertised; the agenda remains tentative.

10–12NOV
Research & education

Cycle scientifique francophone d’Asie-Pacifique

Phnom Penh · venue to be confirmedProgramme times vary by day

Three days of higher education dialogue, university cooperation and scientific exchange, moving from Cambodian priorities to regional and international research.

The published participation call and registration period have closed.

12NOV
BusinessCanada linked

EuroCham Francophonie Networking

Chew & Bash · Phnom Penh Island Club17:30–20:00

A Cambodia business briefing and networking reception, including the signing of a cooperation agreement between EuroCham Cambodia and CanCham Cambodia.

Registration available through the organiser.

12–18NOV
DelegationCanada linked

APASME business mission to Cambodia

Phnom Penh · venue to be confirmedMission itinerary · multiple activities

A Montréal-linked mission combining business meetings, company visits and Francophonie activities, including a visit to the Québec pavilion at FrancoTech.

Organised mission; participation and individual meetings are arranged through the organisers.

13–17NOV
Culture

Village de la Francophonie

Wat Botum Vatey Garden · Phnom PenhDaily programme · check organiser updates

The Summit’s public-facing cultural gathering brings national pavilions, gastronomy, exhibitions and performances to the heart of Phnom Penh.

Official dates and location published; follow the organiser for daily programming.

14NOV
Official programme

48th Ministerial Conference of La Francophonie

Sokha Phnom Penh Hotel & ResidenceOfficial programme · accreditation arrangements apply

The ministerial conference precedes the leaders’ Summit and forms part of the official diplomatic programme.

Official event; consult the Summit organiser for accreditation and access arrangements.

14NOV
BusinessCanada linked

CABC–CanCham business panel and reception

Phnom Penh · venue to be confirmed15:00–19:00

An announced Canada–Mekong business programme explores trade, investment and Canadian economic Francophonie, followed by a networking reception.

Registration advertised; the organiser describes a proposed programme. Exact venue remains unpublished.

14NOV
CultureCanada linked

Québec and Canadian artistic mission · opening

Phnom Penh · venue to be confirmedCalendar lists 14:00–23:00 · confirm with organiser

Confluences lists an opening for a Québec and Canadian artistic mission at the Village de la Francophonie; the final programme requires organiser confirmation.

Calendar listing only; confirm date, venue, programme and access directly with the organiser.

14–16NOV
DelegationCanada linked

Canadian Francophonie Economic Mission

Phnom Penh · venue to be confirmedCore FrancoTech dates · wider itinerary varies

Canadian businesses connect with international Francophone markets through FrancoTech and related economic activities, with optional events before and after the exhibition.

Dates show the core exhibition; the mission includes optional activities beyond 14–16 November.

14–16NOV
BusinessCanada linked

FrancoTech 2026

Koh Pich Convention Center · Halls A–FExhibition programme · check organiser details

An innovation exhibition for businesses, institutions and startups, with Canadian Francophonie mission participation and a Québec pavilion connection.

Official exhibition dates and venue published; consult the organiser for access.

14–16NOV
Business

French Tech community events

Koh Pich, Wild and Samai Distillery · Phnom PenhEvenings, plus 16 November panel and lunch

Welcome dinners, community meetups, an innovation panel and networking lunches connect entrepreneurs, investors and technology partners during FrancoTech.

An interest form is available; individual times and venues are listed by the organiser.

14–16NOV
Business

Rencontre des Entrepreneurs Francophones · REF

Phnom Penh · venue to be confirmedProgramme times vary

Business leaders, investors and institutions meet for discussions and business connections between Francophone markets and ASEAN.

Registration deadline: 30 October. Check availability with the organiser.

14–17NOV
DelegationCanada linked

Investissement Québec International business mission

Phnom Penh · venue to be confirmedMission itinerary · multiple activities

A Québec business development mission around FrancoTech, with export promotion, tailored meetings, networking and visits for participating companies.

Mission itinerary dates; registration closed on 30 September 2026.

14–17NOV
DelegationCanada linked

OFQJ young entrepreneurs’ delegation

Phnom Penh · venue to be confirmedDelegation itinerary · multiple activities

A joint Franco-Québécois initiative supports a selected delegation of young French and Francophone entrepreneurs around FrancoTech and related youth activities.

Delegation itinerary dates; applications to the published Francophone call closed on 10 September.

15NOV
CultureCanada linked

UrbaNXT · Québec and Canada international showcase

Phnom Penh · venue to be confirmedCalendar lists from 15:00 · confirm with organiser

Confluences lists a Québec and Canadian urban arts showcase at Factory Phnom Penh, connecting visiting artists with local creative networks.

Calendar listing only; confirm date, venue, programme and access directly with the organiser.

15–16NOV
Official programme

20th Francophonie Summit

Chroy Changvar International Convention and Exhibition Centre · Phnom PenhOfficial programme · accreditation arrangements apply

Heads of state and government gather in Phnom Penh for the Francophonie’s principal diplomatic meeting, alongside a wider economic and cultural programme.

Official leaders’ Summit dates; access is governed by the Summit organiser.

15–16NOV
Business

Black Swan Summit Cambodia

Phnom Penh · venue to be confirmedMain sessions 15–16 November · see agenda

Central banks, financial technology businesses and policy leaders examine digital finance, payment infrastructure and connections between Southeast Asia and the Francophone world.

Registration advertised. A separate 14 November reception is by invitation only.

15–18NOV
DelegationCanada linked

RFAQ women’s business mission

Phnom Penh · venue to be confirmedMission itinerary · multiple activities

A selective mission for Québec women-led SMEs includes targeted Cambodian business connections, a business roundtable and participation in major Francophonie economic events.

Interest form published; participation is selective, with capacity for five Québec SMEs.

16NOV
CultureCanada linked

Jeunes et talents émergents

Phnom Penh · venue to be confirmedCalendar lists from 15:00 · confirm with organiser

Confluences lists a youth and emerging talent programme within Fondation ArtCité’s Québec and Canadian artistic mission at the Village de la Francophonie.

Calendar listing only; confirm date, venue, programme and access directly with the organiser.

16–17NOV
Business

France–Cambodia Business Forum

Phnom Penh · venue to be confirmed16 November 09:00–17 November 18:00 · programme varies

Sector discussions, tailored business meetings and engagement with Cambodian authorities focus on investment, partnerships and commercial opportunities.

The chamber listing gives a registration deadline of 13 November at 12:00.

Each listing links to its organiser or published source. Delegation programmes may include the same exhibitions and forums. Calendar listings marked “Confirm with organiser” still need direct confirmation; registration and final access arrangements are managed by the organisers.

Before you travel

Planning your Francophonie visit.

When and where is the Francophonie Summit in Cambodia?

The leaders’ Summit takes place on 15–16 November 2026 at the Chroy Changvar International Convention and Exhibition Centre in Phnom Penh. The official programme has its own accreditation and access arrangements.

Check the official Summit venue
How do the Village, FrancoTech and the Summit differ?

The Village de la Francophonie is the cultural gathering at Wat Botum Vatey Garden on 13–17 November. FrancoTech is the innovation and business exhibition at Koh Pich on 14–16 November. The leaders’ Summit is a separate diplomatic event on 15–16 November. Check each organiser’s programme for participation requirements.

Compare dates and organiser links
Where can I meet Canadian and Québec business partners?

The programme includes the CABC–CanCham business panel and reception, RFAQ’s selective mission for women-led Québec SMEs, the Canadian Francophonie Economic Mission and other Québec-linked delegations. Participation varies by event; some missions have closed applications.

Explore CanCham’s business connections
Can CanCham register me for every event?

Use the organiser link in each listing to register or confirm access. CanCham welcomes enquiries about relevant introductions and partnerships, while each organiser manages its own registration. A business event booking does not provide accreditation for the official Summit.

Ask the CanCham team

Parlons de votre participation

Contact CanCham.

Tell us which event, delegation or partnership interests you. The Chamber team can help route your enquiry and explore relevant introductions.

This is an enquiry to CanCham. To book an event or apply for a mission, use the organiser links above.

All fields are required unless marked optional.