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Japan’s Strategic Investment Plans: Advancing Cambodia Through High-Tech Raw Materials Processing
- 15 September 2023
Japanese investors have expressed keen interest in bolstering small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Their vision includes harnessing cutting-edge Japanese technology to process Cambodian raw materials into high-quality finished products, primed for export. This initiative holds the potential to not only boost the Cambodian economy but also impart crucial skills to its workforce. The announcement...
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Marum Estate Clinches Four Distinguished Awards at Esteemed PropertyGuru Cambodia Property Awards
- 14 September 2023
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – A remarkable triumph illuminated the 8th Annual PropertyGuru Cambodia Property Awards as Marum Estate, a visionary project by Sir Stamford Raffles (Cambodia) Co. Ltd., clinched an impressive four prestigious awards, solidifying its reputation as a beacon of innovation and excellence in the world of Cambodian real estate. The grand event took place on the evening of Friday...
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Toyota Assembly Plant in Phnom Penh SEZ Inaugurated Next Year
- 14 September 2023
Exciting news on the automotive front with the much-anticipated Toyota assembly plant, nestled within the Phnom Penh Special Economic Zone (SEZ), being poised for a grand inauguration in 2024. His Excellency Ueno Atsushi, Japanese Ambassador to Cambodia, recently shared this pivotal update during his courtesy call on Hun Sen, a significant event hosted at the prestigious 7 January Palace in the...
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Phnom Penh’s New Koh Pich-Koh Nora Bridge Set to Open Temporarily in October
- 14 September 2023
The cable-stayed concrete bridge spanning from Koh Pich to Koh Nora in the Chamkarmon and Chbar Ampov districts is now complete and poised for inauguration on 27 October. This eagerly awaited development was announced during a bridge connection ceremony presided over by His Excellency Khuong Sreng, the Governor of the Board of Governors of Phnom Penh, and Nak Oknha Pung Kheav Se, Chairman of OCIC ...
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One US-based chipmaker committed US$1.5b to build the largest chip-making factory in Ho Chi Minh City
- 13 September 2023
Following President Biden's visit to Vietnam, the United States has announced a groundbreaking semiconductor partnership that aims to leverage Vietnam's potential in bolstering resilient semiconductor supply chains, according to the White House’s Press dated 11th, September 2023. “The United States recognizes Vietnam’s potential to play a critical role in building resilient semiconductor supply...
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China Plans to Build 6,000km Transcontinental Road to Algeria (North Africa)
- 13 September 2023
In a landmark partnership set to reshape Algeria's socio-economic landscape, China and Algeria have embarked on an ambitious journey to construct an extensive 6,000 kilometres of railway lines. Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune lauded this monumental effort as a cornerstone of his nation's progress. The project heralded on www.africanews.com on 29 August 2023, is a testament to the countries...
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Cambodia’s Global Trade Sees 14.5% Dip in 2023, But Exports Buck the Trend
- 13 September 2023
In the first eight months of 2023, Cambodia's international trade experienced a significant downturn, with a 14.5% decrease compared to the same period in the previous year, according to data from the General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE). However, in a surprising turn of events, Cambodia's exports managed to defy this trend, showing robust growth. During this period, Cambodia's total...
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New East Solar Energy: From Cambodia Brand to the USA, Lighting Up a Brighter Clean Technology Future
- 13 September 2023
New East Solar Energy, a prominent player in the solar industry based in Cambodia, is expanding its horizons across the globe. The company is set to inaugurate a colossal 2-gigawatt (2 million kilowatts) solar panel manufacturing facility in Phoenix, Arizona, contributing to the creation of 350 jobs. This groundbreaking development, reported by Solar Power World on 7 September 2023, marks a signif...
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Gov’t Leases 489 Hectares in Koh Rong to Private Company for Sustainable Development
- 12 September 2023
The Cambodian government has earmarked a 489-hectare area within Koh Rong National Park for development by Emario Shonan Marine Corporation and U. Property Management. This progressive initiative, as outlined in Sub-Decree No. 69 dated 31 March 2023, signifies the nation's commitment to responsible land utilisation in Koh Rong Samloem village, Sangkat Koh Rong Samloem, Koh Rong City, Sihanoukville...
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Korean-Led Initiative Advances Wastewater & Solid Waste Management in Cambodia’s Battambang
- 12 September 2023
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport, in partnership with the Global Green Development Institute (GGGI), is embarking on a feasibility study to bolster these crucial systems in Battambang province. This noteworthy initiative is a part of the Low Carbon City Development Project, which strives to promote sustainable access to services in Battambang City. During the project's initial feasibi...
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Vietnam Emerges as Key Player in US Economic Diversification Strategy
- 12 September 2023
President Joe Biden's visit to Vietnam marks a pivotal moment in the strengthening of economic bonds between the United States and Hanoi. This strategic move aims to reduce America's dependence on China and signifies a significant diplomatic shift, according to CNN News on 11 September 2023. The two former adversaries have formally upgraded their diplomatic relations to a "comprehensive strateg...
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Employment Boom: Factories in Kampong Speu in urgent need of 4,000 Workers
- 11 September 2023
Kampong Speu province, a burgeoning industrial hub, is currently experiencing an urgent demand for an additional 4,000 skilled workers. This pressing need arises amid the backdrop of 385 active factories within the province, each contributing significantly to Cambodia's industrial prowess. Minister of Labor and Vocational Training, HE Heng Sour, highlighted this demand during a recent meeting w...
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