Gov’t Introduces Five Urgent Measures to Tackle Factory Challenges Amid Hot Weather

The Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training (MLVT) has rolled out five immediate measures aimed at addressing challenges faced by factories during hot weather conditions. This announcement was made on 9 April 2024. The measures prescribed by the ministry include: Ensuring proper ventilation by opening doors and windows or installing fans within the workplace. Increasing the provision ...

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Room to Read’s 20-Year Impact: 339 Library Buildings Constructed in Cambodia

Over the past two decades, Room to Read Cambodia (RRC) has made a significant impact on education by constructing 339 libraries across Cambodia. This milestone was announced by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports on 9 April 2024. In addition to the construction of libraries, RRC has established 2,111 school libraries and provided training to 9,000 teachers and librarians, as stated by t...

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No Impact on Cambodian Mekong River Water Despite Chemical Leak Incident in Laos

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology assures the public that the recent chemical spill into the Nam Khan River, a tributary of the Mekong River in Laos, will not affect the water quality of the Mekong River in Cambodia. This affirmation comes in response to an announcement made by the ministry regarding the incident on 8 April 2024. Following reports of a chemical leak into the Nam K...

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Cambodia & EU Collaborate to Foster Tax Compliance & Investment Climate

The General Department of Taxation (GDT) and the European Union (EU) have initiated discussions to devise mechanisms aimed at enhancing tax compliance and fostering a culture of taxation in Cambodia, particularly focusing on promoting fair competition and strengthening fiscal integrity. This collaborative effort seeks to address the challenges faced by investors from EU countries, as highlighte...

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CHN ENERGY Plans US$1bn Investment in Renewable Energy Projects in Cambodia

China's leading energy company, CHN ENERGY, has unveiled plans to invest a staggering US$1 billion in the development of renewable energy projects in Cambodia. The announcement came following a productive meeting between HE Suon Sophal, Deputy Secretary General of Cambodia's Investment Committee, and Mr. I Seang, a representative of CHN ENERGY Enterprise, on 8 April 2024. During the meeting, re...

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Cambodia’s 2024 Economic Outlook: Seasia Stats Projects 6.1%, Gov’t Forecasts 6.6%, WB Predicts 5.8%

Cambodia's economy is set to achieve robust growth in 2024, with a forecasted expansion of 6.1%, marking the highest figure among ASEAN nations and placing it as the third-highest in Asia. This projection, updated by the Indonesian statistics institute Seasia Stats and reported by RFI on 7 April 2024, underscores Cambodia's remarkable economic resilience and potential for substantial development. ...

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SCA Secures Operator Rights at Techo Airport, Expanding Presence Across Cambodia

SOCIETE CONSERVER DERAORORPORT (SCA) has extended its operational reach in Cambodia by acquiring operator rights at Techo International Airport, alongside its existing operations at Phnom Penh National Airport. This significant development was reported by the National Television of Cambodia, highlighting SCA's growing influence in the country's aviation sector. The Secretariat of State for Civi...

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EDC Urges Energy Conservation as Summer Electricity Consumption Surges by 30%

Electricite du Cambodge (EDC) issues a crucial recommendation amid a surge in summer electricity consumption, which has risen by approximately 30% since the beginning of April. The announcement comes as the country braces for increased energy demand during the dry season, characterized by hot and dry weather conditions. This vital information was disclosed in a statement released on 7 April 2024, ...

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Cambodia Grapples with Nearly 2,000sq/km of Uncleared Landmines

Cambodia faces a significant challenge with approximately 1,854 square kilometres of unexploded ordnance (UXO) and landmines, posing a threat to over 1 million people residing in affected areas. Mr. Ly Thuch, First Vice President of the Cambodian Mine Authority, confirmed this alarming statistic during discussions with RFI Khmer on 4 April on the theme "Protecting Life, Building Peace" in Siem Rea...

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China’s Real Estate Evolution: Lessons for Asia’s Economic Balance

China's real estate sector has undergone a profound transformation, transitioning from a state-dominated model to a market-oriented approach, mirroring broader shifts in the Asia Pacific region. A detailed analysis of the changing real estate market impact on the Asian market by Kaize Zhu, a researcher at NUS University in Singapore and published by eastasiaforum on 22 March 2024, is as follows: ...

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Mondulkiri Authorities Enforce 7 Measures to Combat Natural Resource Crime

Mondulkiri provincial authorities have unveiled a comprehensive plan comprising seven key measures aimed at preventing and combating natural resource crimes, particularly within the Nam Lear Wildlife Sanctuary situated in Pichreada and Oreang districts. In a press release issued on 29 March 2024, the National Committee for the Prevention and Suppression of Natural Resource Crimes in Mondulkiri ...

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Siem Reap Accelerates Standard Landfill Construction as Daily Garbage Surges to Nearly 600 Tons

Siem Reap provincial authorities, in collaboration with relevant ministries, are fast-tracking the establishment of a new standard landfill project in Prasat Bakong district, Siem Reap province, in response to the alarming daily accumulation of nearly 600 tons of waste. During the meeting chaired by Mr. Chan Thorn, Deputy Director General of the General Department of the Ministry of Economy and...

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