Progress on the Kampong Kor Water Interceptor Project
The Kampong Kor Water Interceptor Development Project is making significant strides, with construction now 75% completed. This development was highlighted during a field inspection led by His Excellency Tho Jetha, Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology. Located in Kampong Kor Leu Village within the Kampong Kor Commune of Kampong Svay District, this ambitious project has been unde...
Read MoreCoca-Cola Pledges to Use Local Raw Materials for Its Production in Cambodia
In a significant move aimed at bolstering local economies, The Coca-Cola Company has announced its commitment to sourcing raw materials from local suppliers to meet its production needs in Cambodia. This announcement came after a meeting on June 24, 2025, between His Excellency Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, and a delegat...
Read MoreCambodia Unveils Its Tallest Bridge: Techo Santephap Russey Chrum Bridge
In a significant milestone for infrastructure development, the Cambodian government has officially named the tallest bridge in the country "Techo Santephap Russey Chrum Bridge." This announcement was made in accordance with Letter No. 897 SJC.S., dated May 27, 2025. Standing at an impressive height of 90 meters, the Techo Santephap Russey Chrum Bridge is Bridge No. 28 of the National Road 10 co...
Read MoreCambodia’s Trade Volume Surges, Exceeds USD 25 Billion in First Five Months of 2025
In a noteworthy development for the Cambodian economy, trade volume between Cambodia and its international partners has surpassed USD 25 billion in the first five months of 2025, marking an impressive increase of 18.5% compared to the same period last year. This information is detailed in a recent report from the General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia. During this five-month perio...
Read MoreTbong Khmum Province Celebrates 100% Success in Land Registration Initiative
Tbong Khmum Province has reached a significant milestone in local governance, completing systematic land registration across the province with an impressive 100% success rate, and ahead of schedule. In a remarkable feat, a total of 56,258 land titles have been issued to residents, highlighting the government's dedication to enhancing land ownership clarity and security. Mr. Poch Sothearith, Dir...
Read MoreCambodian Trade Centers in the UK Progress to Site Inspection Stage
In a significant step towards establishing Cambodian trade centers in the UK, His Excellency Sean Thai, Secretary of State for Commerce, recently led a delegation from the Ministry of Commerce to inspect potential sites in London and Birmingham. This inspection took place from June 11 to 13, 2025, as part of the Cambodian government’s initiative to accelerate the establishment of these centers, ai...
Read MoreIndian Chamber of Commerce Explores Investment Opportunities in Cambodia’s Agriculture Sector
A delegation from the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) is actively exploring investment and trade opportunities within Cambodia’s agriculture sector. This initiative was highlighted in a recent meeting between H.E. Prak David, Secretary of State for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, and Dr. Rajjev Singh Tyagi, Director General of the ICC. During the discussions, Dr. Tyagi emphasized the impo...
Read MoreIrrigation and Drainage System Rehabilitation Project in Southwest Phnom Penh Reaches 55% Completion
The ongoing project to rehabilitate and enhance the irrigation and drainage system in southwest Phnom Penh has achieved a significant milestone, with approximately 55% of the work completed. This ambitious initiative, funded by Japan through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), aims to improve water management in the region and is making steady progress toward its completion. Duri...
Read MoreCambodia Sees Significant Surge in Construction Material Imports in Early 2025
In a remarkable indication of the ongoing expansion in its construction and real estate sectors, Cambodia imported over USD 1 billion worth of construction materials during the first five months of 2025. This figure reached USD 1.017 billion, marking a substantial 35% increase from USD 752 million in the corresponding period of 2024, according to the latest report from the General Department of Cu...
Read MoreCambodia and AFoCO Set to Sign New MoU to Enhance Carbon Credit Initiatives
In a significant move towards sustainable forest management, Cambodia is poised to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Asian Forestry Cooperation Organization (AFoCO). This collaboration is aimed at enhancing the management of carbon credits from forests, which is expected to reinforce reforestation efforts and improve forest fire prevention strategies across the nation. This anno...
Read MoreKoh Kong Provincial Authorities Take Major Steps Toward Sustainable Waste Management
In a significant move to enhance environmental management, the Koh Kong Provincial Authorities have announced plans to develop over 90 hectares of land into a standardized garbage and solid waste disposal site. Governor Lok Chumteav Mithona Phu Thong highlighted this initiative during a press briefing following the environmental promotion program “Cultivating Clean and Green Ideas in Communities” ...
Read MoreCambodia’s Automotive Sector Sees Remarkable Growth Ahead of 2025 Goals
In a significant milestone for the Cambodian economy, the automotive sector exported over USD 1.1 billion in vehicles in 2024, marking a year of impressive growth. The latest figures reveal that the sector attracted an investment of approximately USD 746 million and achieved total exports of approximately USD 1.14 billion. This encouraging news was shared during the second meeting of the Execut...
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