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China Plans Investment in Agricultural Machinery in Cambodia
- 3 October 2025
In a significant move for the agricultural sector, a Chinese delegation has expressed its intention to invest in agricultural machinery in Cambodia. The delegation met with officials from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries on September 26, 2025, to explore opportunities for collaboration in this vital industry. During the meeting, HE Minister Dith Tina highlighted the importan...
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Japan Grants Over USD 40 Million for Expansion of Phum Prek Water Treatment Plant in Cambodia
- 3 October 2025
The Japanese government has committed over USD 40 million to enhance the capacity of the Phum Prek water treatment plant, a crucial infrastructure project aimed at supporting the growing water demands of Phnom Penh. This investment will increase the plant's capacity from 150,000 cubic meters to 195,000 cubic meters per day, aligning with the Phnom Penh Water Supply Master Plan. The official sig...
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Engineering Firm Benesch Revolutionizes Pavement Inspections with AI and Digital Twins
- 2 October 2025
AI is actively redefining infrastructure management. A renowned engineering services firm based in the US, Benesch, is leading the charge, using a potent combination of digital twins and machine learning to make pavement inspections faster, safer, and significantly more accurate. For decades, assessing the condition of roads, bridges, and airport runways has been a time-consuming, expensive, an...
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Exciting Announcement: New Homes for Veterans!
- 2 October 2025
In a heartfelt initiative, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, alongside Samdech Kittiprittbandit Bun Rany Hun Sen, has proudly announced the construction of 100 houses annually for veterans and retirees over the next five years, from 2026 to 2030. This announcement was made during the extraordinary general assembly of the Cambodian Veterans Association on September 29, 2025, highlighting the government's c...
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US to Contribute Over USD 675,000 for Mine Action Efforts in Cambodia
- 2 October 2025
The United States is stepping up its commitment to enhancing mine clearance operations in Cambodia with a generous grant of USD 675,000 provided by Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA). This financial support will aid the Cambodian Mine Action Center (CMAC) in carrying out vital mine action activities over a five-month period, from November 2025 to April 2026. The funding agreement was formalized on Se...
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Cambodia Welcomes Nearly 70,000 Malaysian Tourists in First Eight Months of 2025, Marking a 10% Increase
- 1 October 2025
In a positive trend for the tourism sector, Cambodia welcomed nearly 70,000 Malaysian tourists in the first eight months of 2025, reflecting a nearly 10% increase compared to the same period last year. The announcement came from the Cambodian Ministry of Tourism via their official Facebook page on September 29, 2025. The upsurge in Malaysian visitors comes as part of a broader initiative associ...
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Mekong River Bridge Project Nears Completion, Boosting Connectivity in Kratie
- 1 October 2025
The Cambodia-China Friendship Bridge spanning the Mekong River in Kratie province is rapidly approaching completion, marking a major milestone in regional infrastructure development. According to Mr. Phon Rim, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, overall construction has reached 87.25%, with the bridge itself nearly 100% complete. The project also includes a 32-kilometer...
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Digital Twin Technology Paves the Way for Cambodia’s New PP-Bavet Expressway
- 1 October 2025
The construction of Cambodia's second major expressway, the 138-kilometer Phnom Penh-Bavet Expressway, is leveraging cutting-edge digital twin technology from Bentley to overcome significant geographical and cultural hurdles. The project, implemented by the aims to enhance Cambodia's logistic connectivity with Vietnam. The expressway starts from the Third Ring Road in Phnom Penh and ends in Bav...
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Billionaire Peter Lim’s Thomson Medical Unveils Ambitious $4.3 Billion Mixed-Use Project in Malaysia
- 30 September 2025
In a groundbreaking development that promises to reshape Malaysia's urban landscape, billionaire entrepreneur Peter Lim, founder of Thomson Medical, has announced plans for a massive $4.3 billion mixed-use project. This ambitious initiative aims to blend residential, commercial, and medical facilities, reflecting Lim's commitment to enhancing the quality of life in the region. Located in a prim...
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Cambodia and China Enhance Bilateral Trade and Investment Cooperation
- 30 September 2025
In a strategic effort to bolster economic ties, Cambodia's Ministry of Commerce has partnered with a delegation from the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade in Guangdong Province (CCPIT Guangdong) to advance bilateral trade and investment cooperation. This initiative was highlighted during a meeting on September 27, 2025, between Ms. Svay Nakri, Undersecretary of State of the Mi...
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ASEAN Secretary-General Pledges Stronger Support for Cambodia’s Tourism Growth
- 30 September 2025
In a significant boost for Cambodia’s tourism sector, ASEAN Secretary-General H.E. Kao Kim Hourn has endorsed a proposal from the Ministry of Tourism, outlining five strategic initiatives to enhance tourism quality across the region. The announcement followed a meeting with H.E. Huot Hak, Cambodia’s Minister of Tourism, in Malaysia. Both leaders highlighted Cambodia’s growing role in advancing ...
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Cambodia Welcomes Over 4 million International Tourists in First Eight Months of 2025
- 29 September 2025
In a remarkable boost for the tourism sector, Cambodia welcomed over 4 million international tourists in the first eight months of 2025, accompanied by a staggering 17.28 million domestic travelers. This marks an impressive increase of nearly 53% compared to the same period last year. Prime Minister Hun Sen shared these encouraging statistics on World Tourism Day, celebrated annually on September ...
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