Toul Tom Poung, commonly known as the Russian market, is one of the largest markets in Phnom Penh, a treasure trove for tourists. Here you can find everything from traditional handicrafts to car parts to roasted spiders.

Women make up the majority of street vendors in Cambodia. This over-representation in the informal labour market is due to the lack of formal economic opportunities for women, who are nevertheless expected to financially support their families. Without access to health care or a pension, working in the informal sector leaves women and their families vulnerable to economic shock or unexpected medical costs.