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Dauntri Reservoir Dam Nears Completion with 91% Progress, Set to Open by October 2025
The Dauntri Reservoir Dam project in Battambang province has reached an impressive 91% completion, marking a crucial milestone in its mission to revolutionise water supply and agricultural productivity in the province. This landmark project, designed to enhance irrigation and flood management, is expected to be fully operational by October 2025. The announcement was made during […]
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Japanese Ship to Make Historic First Docking at Cambodia’s New Ream Port
Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of Cambodia, confirmed that a Japanese ship will be the first vessel to dock at the newly inaugurated Ream Port. This historic event underscores the growing cooperation between Cambodia and Japan, particularly in security and infrastructure development. The commitment was made during a meeting with HE Akiba […]
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Cambodia Accelerates Reservoir Registration with 1562 in Total, 13% of Them Registered
Cambodia’s Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology has disclosed that the nation is home to 1,562 irrigation reservoirs, yet only 197 of them—representing a mere 13%—are officially registered. This crucial detail was highlighted during a meeting held on 26 December 2024, where officials underscored the reservoirs’ vital role in supporting agriculture and managing water resources. […]
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Dang Kambit Reservoir Dam Construction Reaches 46% Completion, Set to Serve 25K Farmers’ Future
The Dang Kambit Reservoir Dam in Sre Khsach Village, Dang Kambit Commune, Sandan District, Kampong Thom Province has achieved 46% completion as of 20 December 2024, marking a significant milestone in this transformative project. The update was confirmed during an on-site inspection led by HE Chuon Bitthol, Undersecretary of State, representing HE Tho Chetha, Minister […]
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In 2024, Cambodia receives more than 400 investment projects worth USD 6.9 billion
Cambodia has achieved a remarkable milestone in 2024, with the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) approving 414 investment projects worth a total of USD 6.9 billion. This marks a 54% increase in the number of projects compared to 268 in 2023 and a 40% rise in investment capital from USD 4.927 billion in […]
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Cambodia Expands Diplomatic Horizons with New Embassies in Timor-Leste and Songkhla, Thailand
Cambodia has announced a major diplomatic expansion with the establishment of an embassy in Timor-Leste and a consulate general in Songkhla, Thailand, as formalised under Sub-Decree No. 240 and No. 241 issued on 22 October 2024, marking a strategic step in extending Cambodia’s international relations. The Embassy of the Kingdom of Cambodia in the Democratic […]
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Global supply chains are shifting away from China, with Cambodia well-positioned to seize the opportunity
The rapid diversification of manufacturing across Southeast Asia is reshaping global supply chains as the region emerges as a key beneficiary. Chinese companies are increasingly implementing the China Plus One strategy, through which additional manufacturing bases outside China are being established to reduce disruption to domestic supply chains. This strategy, coupled with rising foreign direct […]
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SHV Multi-Purpose Economic Zone Targets USD 20 Billion Investment to Transform the Province
Sihanoukville’s ambitious multi-purpose economic zone development project is set to attract over USD 20 billion in investments from private sector investors and international development partners over the next 15 years. This transformative initiative, championed by the Cambodian government, aims to revitalise the province’s economy, elevate local incomes, and establish Sihanoukville as a leading logistics hub […]
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Darasakor International Airport Opens, Ushering in a New Era for Koh Kong Province
Koh Kong Province celebrated a landmark achievement with the inauguration a $200 million Darasakor International Airport on 26 December 202. This state-of-the-art facility invested by the Chinese company Union Development Group spanning 218 hectares in the Botum Sakor district, is poised to transform the region’s connectivity and catalyse economic and tourism growth. The airport’s grand […]
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Nearly 19 Hectares of Landfill Inaugurated in Kampong Cham City
A state-of-the-art landfill spanning 18.67 hectares in Koh Roka Village, Koh Roka Commune, Kampong Siem District, Kampong Cham Province, was officially inaugurated on 24 December 2024. This modern garbage disposal site, constructed as part of the Greater Mekong Subregion Corridor Development Project, Phase 4, was funded by a concessional loan from the Asian Development Bank […]
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