Cambodian Government Commits to Rebuilding Boeung Chhouk Market in Battambang for Affected Traders

• 29 November 2024
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The Cambodian government has announced a comprehensive plan to reconstruct the Boeung Chhouk Market in Battambang, which was severely damaged in a fire on 3 November 2024, destroying nearly 150 stalls. PM Samdech Hun Manet confirmed the project during the inauguration ceremony of achievements in the Boeung Chhnuk Techo Win-Win Development Zone on 29 November 2024.

The rebuilding initiative will provide lifetime, cost-free access to market spaces for affected stallholders, ensuring they can continue their businesses in a newly constructed facility.

This commitment extends to all traders previously occupying the ground floor, first floor, and the small market behind the main structure. The PM assured attendees that the new market would maintain the original structure and layout based on assessments conducted by experts from the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction.

The reconstruction process is expected to take approximately four months. During this period, traders whose stalls were destroyed will be allocated temporary sales locations, while those whose stalls were unaffected will be allowed to continue operations as usual.

The Boeung Chhouk Market project underscores the Cambodian government’s dedication to supporting local businesses and revitalizing Battambang’s economic activity. This initiative aims to restore stability and opportunity for traders, reinforcing the community’s resilience after the devastating fire.

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