Delays Loom Over Thailand’s High-Speed Rail Linking Three Airports Project

The long-awaited high-speed railway project connecting three major airports in Thailand, namely Don Moeung, Suvarnabhumi, and U-Tapao, may face further delays, despite the initial agreement signed between the Thai government and the Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group in 2019. According to Mr. Nirut Maneephan, The State Railway of Thailand (SRT), as of July 4, 2023, construction work has yet to commenc...

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Gov’t Allocates 6,000 ha of Social Land Concessions in Mondulkiri Province, Bringing New Hope to Local Communities

The Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction, in collaboration with the Mondulkiri Provincial Authority, has designated 6,000 hectares of land as a dedicated area for land identification, classification, and registration in Rayor and Soksan communes of Koh Nhek district, Mondulkiri Province. This landmark zoning announcement, made on 28 June 2023, marks a crucial milestone i...

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An Underground car park and a modern shopping mall project commence in the Heart of Phnom Penh

A new era of urban development is set to unfold in the centre of Phnom Penh as EDC Juta (Cambodia) embarks on its groundbreaking underground project in the heart of Phnom Penh. Led by Ms Oknha Chan Sothea, General Director of EDC Juta (Cambodia) Company, this ambitious undertaking encompasses a multi-level car park, a contemporary shopping mall, a luxurious resort, and an array of underground serv...

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India Expands Trilateral Highway Project to Connect Cambodia, Boosting Regional Trade and Connectivity

India has unveiled plans to extend the 1,360-kilometer trilateral highway project to Cambodia. Currently under construction between India, Myanmar, and Thailand, the highway section linking Thailand to Myanmar has been completed, awaiting its official public opening. This significant development was confirmed by Thai envoy Pattarat Hongton in an exclusive interview with the live nagpur newspaper o...

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UN, GGGI, and Cambodia Government Join Forces to Empower Green Bond Issuers

The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), and the Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) have partnered with the Credit Guarantee and Investment Facility (CGIF) and GuarantCo to launch the Cambodia Sustainable Bond Accelerator (CSBA), an initiative designed to provide crucial support to private-sector...

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Two Areas of Thailand attract 229k Cambodian tourists just within five months of 2023

In the first five months of the year, Thailand welcomed an impressive 229,000 tourists from Cambodia, while an even higher number of 330,000 tourists ventured from Laos, seeking both recreational activities and medical check-ups. These figures underscore the increasing appeal of Thailand's diverse offerings, including its renowned healthcare sector, which has gained international recognition for i...

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Dogen City: Pioneering the World’s First Floating Medical Haven in Japan

In a groundbreaking initiative poised to revolutionize urban development and healthcare, Japanese firm N-Ark has unveiled its visionary plan for Dogen City, the world's first floating medical city. Situated in Hamamatsu City, a vibrant port located 200km southwest of Tokyo, this innovative project represents a bold response to the challenges of climate change and population growth. Dogen City i...

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Stockholm Wood City: Pioneering the World’s Largest Wooden Urban Development

Renowned Swedish developer Atrium Ljungberg has unveiled plans to construct Stockholm Wood City, set to become the world's largest wooden city. This groundbreaking project will transform the former industrial quarter of Sickla in southern Stockholm, spanning an impressive 250,000 square meters of land. With a vision encompassing 2,000 homes, 7,000 office spaces, as well as an array of shops and re...

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Groundbreaking Innovation: Cambodian-Made Product to Revitalize Phnom Penh’s Major Roads

The Cambodian government has chosen to employ a revolutionary product developed locally, known as Cold Mix AC, for the repair and revitalization of three prominent roads. This momentous decision was announced by HE Dr. Om Yentieng, Chairman of the National Working Group, during the highly anticipated groundbreaking ceremony held on 30 June 2023. HE Dr. Om Yentieng emphasized that the constructi...

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Aeon Mall Meanchey Selected as a Prime Station for Phnom Penh-Techo International Airport Rail Line

In an exciting development for Cambodia's transportation infrastructure, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) has officially announced that the upcoming light rail or underground train project connecting Phnom Penh to Techo International Airport in Kandal province will include a strategically located station at Aeon Mall Meanchey. This significant update was disclosed by HE Sun Cha...

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CICC Unveils Five Transformative Projects to Foster Siem Reap’s Development

The Cambodia International Trade Association (CICC) has recently announced the launch of five groundbreaking projects aimed at driving the growth of Siem Reap province and generating employment opportunities for its residents. This momentous revelation came to light during a meeting between Mr. Johnny Mo, Director of the International Trade Association of Cambodia (CICC), and HE Tea Seiha, Governo...

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PM Announces Free Healthcare at Cambodia’s Largest Hospital for All Citizens, Especially Workers

PM Hun Sen has declared that all Cambodian citizens, particularly workers, can avail themselves of free medical treatment at the newly constructed "Techo Santepheap" Hospital, the largest healthcare facility in Cambodia. The PM made this announcement during a gathering with approximately 20,000 workers in Kandal province's Ang Snoul district on 29 June 2023. Expressing his enthusiasm about the ...

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