Malaysia Bets on USD 250 Million Arms Deal to Train 10K Semiconductor Specialists to Spark Homegrown Chip Design Revolution
Malaysia has sealed a landmark USD 250 million semiconductor partnership with UK-based Arm Holdings, granting the Southeast Asian nation access to Arm’s advanced intellectual property. It aims to shift from a manufacturing-based economy to a high-value design and innovation hub in the global chip supply chain. The agreement, formally signed on 5 March 2025 in […]
Cambodia’s Steel Imports Surge in Early 2025
Cambodia’s steel imports significantly rose in the first quarter of 2025, with the nation importing iron and steel valued at USD217 million. This marks a remarkable 75 percent increase compared to USD124 million during the same period last year. According to a report released on April 10 by the General Department of Customs and Excise, […]
Prime Minister Unveils Ambitious Plan to Transform Stung Treng’s Agriculture Sector
In a significant move aimed at revitalizing the agricultural landscape of Stung Treng province, Prime Minister Hun Manet has announced the rezoning of 6,000 hectares of investment land to a private company to establish an agro-industrial zone. This ambitious initiative was unveiled during the official inauguration of National Road 71c on April 12, 2025. During […]
Dam Safety in an Earthquake
Bentley Expert An earthquake can cause a dam to crack or dislocate, or even cause its component blocks to detach. The damage can result in uncontrolled water release or a catastrophic flood. Numerical methods such as finite element analysis play an important role in assessing the possible seismic damage to dams. In this blog post, […]
Cambodia Constructors Association and CHINCA Unite for a Thriving Construction Future
In a significant move for the construction sector, the Cambodia Constructors Association (CCA) hosted a successful meeting with the China International Constructors Association (CHINCA) on April 8, 2025. This gathering not only highlighted Cambodia’s growing economic landscape but also forged pathways for potential collaboration in construction business and industrial development. The meeting delved into several […]
PM Unveils Ambitious Plan to Construct National Road 60b, Enhancing Connectivity Between Provinces
In a significant stride towards improving transport infrastructure, Prime Minister Hun Manet recently announced the construction of National Road 60b, which will connect the provinces of Kampong Thom and Kratie. This pivotal announcement was made during the inauguration ceremony of National Road 71c on April 12, 2025. During his speech, the Prime Minister emphasized the […]