Hong Kong & Macau Plan Electric Motorcycle Assembly Plant in Cambodia, Boosting Green Transport Future

Investors from Hong Kong and Macau, China, have announced plans to establish an electric motorcycle assembly plant in Cambodia, a move poised to accelerate the country’s transition to eco-friendly transportation. The ambitious project was unveiled during a meeting on 13 December 2024 between HE Chea Vuthy, Secretary General of the Cambodian Investment Committee, and Mr. […]

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Cambodia Completes 271 Rural Road Projects in 2024, Enhancing Accessibility Across Remote Areas

The Cambodian government has announced the successful completion of 271 rural road projects in 2024, significantly boosting transportation accessibility for remote communities. The Ministry of Rural Development presented these achievements during a year-end meeting on 9 December 2024, highlighting the construction and improvement of approximately 940.71 kilometers of double-paved roads and outlining strategic plans for […]

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Ground-breaking Ceremony for Mekong Key City in Areyaksat Marks a New Era in Cambodian Urban Development

The Cambodian government has officially commenced construction on the ambitious Mekong Key City project, a transformative satellite city spanning over 200 hectares along the eastern bank of the Mekong River. The ground-breaking ceremony, held on 17 December 2024 and presided over by PM Hun Manet, signals the start of a development poised to redefine the […]

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Mekong River Bridge in Kratie Province Achieves 77% Completion, Set to Fully Operate by September 2025

The Mekong River Bridge project in Kratie province has reached a major milestone, with 77.02% of the work completed as of December 2024. Spanning an impressive 1.761 kilometers with a width of 13.55 meters, this landmark infrastructure project is set to enhance regional connectivity and stimulate economic growth. The project also includes a 31.69-kilometre connecting […]

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Cambodia’s Public Debt Reaches USD 11.78 Billion by Q3 2024

Cambodia’s public debt reached USD 11.78 billion by the end of the third quarter of 2024. According to a recent report by the Ministry of Economy and Finance, this debt comprises USD 11.67 billion in external debt (99%) and USD 115 million in domestic debt (1%). The external debt portfolio is diversified across multiple currencies, […]

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50 Korean Companies to Invest in Cambodia’s Priority Sectors, Boosting Bilateral Economic Ties

In a landmark development for Cambodia’s economic landscape, fifty Korean Industrial Confederation (KIAF) companies have expressed their intention to invest in the country’s priority sectors. This announcement followed a high-level meeting between Cambodian PM Hun Manet and KIAF chairman Marn-Ki Jeong, held on 13 December 2024. The visit was part of a broader initiative to […]

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Sihanoukville Attracts USD 487 Million in Investment with 48 New Projects

Sihanoukville’s economic transformation is gaining momentum, with the Cambodian government approving 48 new investment projects worth USD 487 million. These initiatives, announced by the Investment Promotion Working Group on 3 December 2024, are set to receive special incentives to stimulate local economic growth and business development. The projects comprise 16 initiatives aimed at repurposing stalled […]

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In Nine Months, Cambodia Secures Over USD 1 Billion in Credit Agreements to Drive National Development

Cambodia’s government signed new credit agreements totaling USD 1.07 billion in the first nine months of 2024, representing a 7% increase compared to last year. These funds support key development priorities, including infrastructure and economic productivity. This progress was detailed in a Ministry of Economy and Finance report released on 10 December 2024. In the […]

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Cambodia to Establish 230 Model Villages by 2028 as Part of Rural Development Strategy

The Ministry of Rural Development has unveiled a visionary plan to develop 230 model villages throughout Cambodia by the end of 2028, an initiative to transform rural communities through sustainable and inclusive growth. The announcement was made on 10 December 2024 during a certificate-awarding ceremony recognizing 30 exemplary villages for meeting high development standards. HE […]

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Twin Flyover Construction in Phnom Penh Reaches 25% Completion, Targeting June 2025 for Full Operation

The construction of twin flyovers along Phnom Penh’s 60-metre boulevard at the intersection of National Road 2 has achieved 25% completion, a significant milestone for the project designed to enhance connectivity between Phnom Penh and Kandal province. This progress, reported by HE Keut Chhe, Deputy Governor of Phnom Penh, was shared on 10 December 2024, […]

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