Groundbreaking Ceremony for Mekong Key City in Areyaksat Marks a New Era in Cambodian Urban Development
The Cambodian government has officially commenced construction on the ambitious Mekong Key City project, a transformative satellite city spanning over 200 hectares along the eastern bank of the Mekong River. The groundbreaking ceremony, held on 17 December 2024 and presided over by PM Hun Manet, signals the start of a development poised to redefine the […]
Fifty Korean Companies to Invest in Cambodia’s Priority Sectors, Boosting Bilateral Economic Ties
In a landmark development for Cambodia’s economic landscape, fifty companies from the Korean Industrial Confederation (KIAF) have expressed their intention to invest in the country’s priority sectors. This announcement followed a high-level meeting between Cambodian PM Hun Manet and KIAF chairman Marn-Ki Jeong, held on 13 December 2024. The visit was part of a broader […]
Sihanoukville Attracts USD 487 Million in Investment with 48 New Projects
Sihanoukville’s economic transformation is gaining momentum with the Cambodian government approving 48 new investment projects worth USD 487 million. These initiatives, announced by the Investment Promotion Working Group on 3 December 2024, are set to receive special incentives to stimulate local economic growth and business development. The projects comprise 16 initiatives aimed at repurposing stalled […]
Phnom Penh’s New University of Health Sciences Hospital: A Vision for Modern Healthcare Begins Construction
In a landmark development for Cambodia’s healthcare sector, the construction of the University of Health Sciences Hospital has officially commenced, backed by a substantial USD 67 million loan from South Korea. The groundbreaking ceremony, led by PM Hun Manet on 10 December 2024, marks a pivotal moment in enhancing medical services within the nation. Strategically located along the scenic Phnom […]
Philippines Unveils USD 4 Billion Terra Solar Project, World’s Largest Solar Storage Facility
The Philippines has officially inaugurated the world’s largest solar storage facility, the Terra Solar Project, spanning 3,500 hectares with a total investment of USD 4 billion. The project is set to deliver a photovoltaic capacity of 3,500 megawatts (MW) alongside a 4,500 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery storage system, powering 2.4 million households and cutting carbon emissions […]
Vietnam Surpasses China as Cambodia’s Top Foreign Investment Rankings with Over USD 557 Million
Vietnam has emerged as Cambodia’s top foreign investor, accounting for 51.08% of total investment capital as of November 2024, surpassing China’s 24.26% share. Cambodian investors contributed 14.49%, marking a significant shift in the nation’s investment landscape. The figures were revealed in a recent Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) report on 1 November 2024, […]