National Road 48 Rehabilitation Nears Completion: 82% Achieved

The long-awaited rehabilitation and upgrade of National Road 48, stretching 148 kilometres from Sre Ambel to Koh Kong, has completed an impressive 82% according to an announcement by HE Phon Rim, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works and Transport on 29 January 2025. The construction project, which officially commenced on 3 January 2022, aims to significantly enhance road quality for im...

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Polish Food Processing Company Plans Expansion in Cambodia

LipCo Foods, a leading Polish food processing company, has announced its ambitious plans to establish a food processing plant in Cambodia to cater to the regional market. The announcement was made during a pivotal meeting between HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, and Mr. César Lipka, CEO of LipCo Foods. HE Sun Chantho...

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Ministry Proposes Asbestos Regulation to Protect Public Health in Cambodia

At a consultation workshop on 27 January 2025, HE Say Sam Al, Minister of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction, announced a pivotal step towards regulating the use of asbestos in Cambodia’s construction sector. The proposed policy framework aims to mitigate public health risks while supporting the construction industry's interests. “Asbestos has been a staple in construction materi...

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GeoStudio, the Future of Limit Equilibrium Analysis

By Louis Henry Prates Integrated geotechnical workflow Seequent’s vision is to provide a suite of underground solutions that seamlessly integrate into every stage of infrastructure development. Starting with field data collection and management with OpenGround, moving on to subsurface characterization and geological modeling with LeapFrog Works, and culminating in advanced Geotechnical Analy...

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Nearly Completion of Water Diversion System Project in Phnom Penh & Surrounding Provinces

The Cambodian government has announced significant progress in the water diversion system project, with nearly 100% of the work completed across Phnom Penh and three neighbouring provinces—Kandal, Kampong Speu, and Takeo. This update was shared on the official Facebook page of the Royal Government Spokesperson's Unit on 25 January 2025. Key highlights of the project include: - Stung Toch Wat...

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Cambodia Achieves Major Milestones in Road Development by 2024

Cambodia has marked a remarkable achievement in its infrastructure by successfully constructing 854 national and provincial roads, totalling 20,307.6 kilometres as of 2024. This reflects an increase of 291.6 kilometres compared to the previous year's total of 20,016 kilometres, according to the latest report from the Ministry of Public Works and Transport. The report reveals that among these ro...

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Unlock a Dream Home & Up to USD 40,000 in Savings with Borey Peng Huoth this Chinese New Year!

Last Call Announcement Link As the joyous celebration of the Chinese New Year approaches, Borey Peng Huoth is excited to announce an exclusive offer for homebuyers! Customers looking to purchase a new home in January 2025 can take advantage of exceptional savings of up to USD 40,000 and delightful lucky charms to usher in prosperity. This limited-time opportunity is designed for those wishin...

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Cambodia’s Real Estate Market Faces Mixed Signals Amid Regional Benchmarks

Cambodia's commercial real estate market reveals significant challenges with office occupancy rates at 65.1%, well below the international benchmark of 85-90%, while maintaining premium rents at $27 per square meter, according to the "Fearless Forecast" report presented by CBRE Cambodia Chairman Marc Townsend at Novotel Phnom Penh BKK1 on 14 January 2025. The retail sector faces similar headwin...

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Land Grant Initiative for Poor Families in Stung Treng Province

In a significant move to support impoverished communities, Prime Minister Hun Manet has announced a land grant initiative to provide 1,000 poor families in the Ousev area of Stung Treng province with essential residential and agricultural land. Each family will receive 3 hectares of land, marking a vital step towards poverty alleviation and community development. During a recent plenary Cabinet...

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Twin Skybridge Along 60-metre Road at Intersection of NR 2 45% Complete

The construction of a twin sky bridge along the 60-metre road at the intersection of National Road 2 is progressing well, with the project now 45% complete. The site was officially opened for construction on 17 June 2024, as part of efforts to enhance traffic flow between Phnom Penh and Kandal province. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Public Works and Transport on 26 January ...

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Vietnam’s USD 67 Billion High-Speed Rail Project Charts Independent Path, Shunning Foreign Investment

In a ground-breaking move that signals Vietnam's growing economic confidence, the Vietnamese National Assembly has approved an ambitious USD 67 billion high-speed rail network connecting Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, with the revolutionary decision to fund the megaproject primarily through domestic sources rather than traditional foreign investment, according to an announcement from the National Asse...

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Japan Enhances Education Infrastructure in Cambodia with USD 20 Million Investment

In a significant boost to Cambodia's educational landscape, Japan has announced a generous contribution of nearly USD 20 million to construct new school buildings in the Pursat and Banteay Meanchey provinces. This commitment underscores Japan's ongoing support for Cambodia's development efforts, particularly in enhancing access to quality education for its youth. At a recent signing ceremony he...

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