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Panasonic Plans New Factory in Cambodia Amidst Strong Regional Presence
- 25 March 2025
In a significant move, Panasonic Cambodia announced its intention to establish a manufacturing facility in Cambodia as part of its ongoing expansion in Southeast Asia. The renowned Japanese electronics manufacturer operates 19 factories across Thailand and Vietnam, with 15 located in Thailand and four in Vietnam. This announcement was made during a productive meeting on 21 March 2025, between H...
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Cambodia Achieves Historic Milestone in Water Supply Management
- 24 March 2025
The Phnom Penh Autonomous Water Supply Authority (PAPWSA) has made a significant advance in urban water management by digitally connecting raw water mains without interrupting the clean water supply in Koh Nora. This milestone was celebrated in a ceremony led by HE Hem Vandy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, and HE Ueno Atsushi, Japan's Ambassador to Cambodia. HE Long ...
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Prime Minister Hun Manet Advocates for Preservation of Ecotourism Areas
- 24 March 2025
In an impassioned address at the opening ceremony of the 9th River Festival, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen emphasised the importance of protecting the nation’s ecotourism areas from high-rise developments and intrusive residential projects. The Prime Minister urged local authorities to meticulously scrutinise any proposed developments from the private sector that could compromise the integrity ...
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National Road 7 Expansion Project on Track for Early Completion
- 24 March 2025
The ambitious project to expand and improve National Road 7, transforming it from a two-lane to a four-lane highway, is currently 43% complete and is expected to finish ahead of schedule. The 45.5-kilometre stretch of road runs from Vang Vong Moul Skun in Cheung Prey district to the base of the Kizuna Bridge in Kampong Cham city. During an inspection of the project on 20 March, HE Lim Sidenin, ...
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India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway Stalled Amid Conflict in Myanmar
- 23 March 2025
The USD 114 billion India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway, a crucial 1,360-kilometre infrastructure project designed to enhance ASEAN economic integration and strengthen India’s trade presence in Southeast Asia, faces major setbacks due to ongoing instability in Myanmar. Designed as a four-lane highway, the Trilateral Highway is part of India’s broader infrastructure vision, which aims to exte...
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Chinese Shipbuilder Eyes Cambodian Market for Expansion
- 22 March 2025
Shanghai Hantang Shipping Co., Ltd. (SHS), a prominent player in the Chinese shipbuilding industry, is set to explore new horizons by exporting ships from Shanghai to the Cambodian market. This strategic move was discussed during a high-level meeting at the company’s headquarters, led by HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia. ...
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US Chamber of Commerce to Boost Investment in Cambodia’s Digital Sector
- 22 March 2025
The American Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia has pledged to attract US investments to the country’s growing digital sector. Chamber president Casey Barnett announced this commitment during a meeting with HE Minister Chea Vandet on 20 March 2025. Mr. Barnett praised the ministry’s reform efforts and emphasised collaboration between US investors and Cambodian businesses. Minister Chea Vande...
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Japan Commits Nearly USD 11 Million to Support Cambodia’s Techo Peace Museum Project
- 21 March 2025
In a significant diplomatic move, the Japanese government has granted a total of 1.466 billion yen, approximately USD 11 million, to the Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC) to bolster two critical projects to enhance mine action capabilities in Cambodia. The announcement was made during a signing ceremony on 20 March 2025. HE Prak Sokhonn, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs a...
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Gov’t & Private Sector Join Forces to Boost Local Agricultural Production with MOU
- 21 March 2025
In a major step towards boosting local agricultural production, the Ministry of Commerce has collaborated with six leading feed manufacturers to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote key agricultural products such as red corn, cassava, and other raw materials in Cambodia. This was announced at an MOU signing ceremony by HE Cham Nimal, Minister of Commerce, on 19 March 2025. The...
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IKEA Explores Expansion into the Cambodian Market
- 21 March 2025
Swedish furniture giant IKEA is setting its sights on Cambodia as a potential market for expansion. During a recent meeting, HE Chea Wutthy, Secretary General of the Investment Committee of Cambodia, welcomed an IKEA delegation led by Mr. Giafar Safaverdi, CEO of IKEA Southeast Asia, to discuss investment opportunities in the region. In the meeting, the Secretary-General outlined Cambodia’s att...
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EnerCam Receives Permit for Oil & Gas Exploration in Cambodia
- 20 March 2025
EnerCam Resources Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Angkor Resources Corp. (ARC), has received formal approval to proceed with its oil and gas exploration project in Block VIII, located onshore in southwestern Cambodia. The permit, issued on 9 March 2025, marks a significant milestone in Cambodia's energy sector. With this approval, EnerCam is set to begin exploration activities aimed at confirming the...
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Cambodia, China & UNICEF Unite for Climate-Resilient Water & Sanitation Services
- 20 March 2025
In a significant step towards enhancing climate resilience in Cambodia, the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, alongside the Ministry of Water Resources of the People's Republic of China and UNICEF, has launched the “Cambodia Climate Resilient Water and Sanitation Project.” This initiative aims to strengthen water and sanitation services across the country, addressing the c...
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