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Big C opens first store in Cambodia

By Minjun ParkThailand
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Supermarket chain Big C has opened its first store in Cambodia.

The firm has opened on a more-than 2ha site in Poipet, a booming town on the Thai/Cambodian border, with a reported investment of US$6.8 million and offering more than 1200 jobs.

A statement on the firm’s Facebook page reported by the Khmer Times read: “A soft opening for the Poipet Hypermarket was held under our vision to be the leading Thai retailer with customers at heart.”

Cambodia is now the fourth country Big C operates in, following Thailand, Vietnam and Laos.

Questions & Answers

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How large is the new Big C store in Poipet?

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The new Big C store is situated on a site that spans more than 2 hectares. This large area suggests a substantial retail presence for the company.

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What was the reported investment for Big C's first Cambodian store?

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The reported investment for the new Poipet hypermarket was US$6.8 million. This figure indicates a significant financial commitment to their expansion in the region.

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Which countries does Big C operate in, including its latest expansion?

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Big C now operates in Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and most recently Cambodia. Cambodia marks the fourth country where the supermarket chain has established a presence.

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How many jobs has Big C's new store in Poipet created?

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The new Big C store in Poipet is offering more than 1200 jobs. This substantial number highlights the significant employment opportunities generated by the hypermarket.

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