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New $20M Dry Port Proposal to Boost Trade and Jobs at Cambodia-Vietnam Border
PREY VENG, Cambodia – S.S.R Co., Ltd. has proposed the establishment of a dry port in Prey Veng province with an investment capital of over $20 million. The company's investment proposal is for a dry port located in Krabao Commune, Kamchay Mear District, Prey Veng Province. This information was provided by H.E. Chea Vuthy, Secretary General of the Cambodia Investment Committee, during his in...
Read MoreCambodian Delegation meets with Medline to Discuss on Medical Equipment Supply
In a significant step towards boosting Cambodia's healthcare sector, H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), held a productive meeting with Rob Calia, Vice President and Head of Government Affairs at Medline. The two parties discussed potential investment opportunities in Cambodia's burgeoning medical equipment manufact...
Read MoreCambodia-China Friendship Bridge in Kratie Province Set to Open in April 2026
The Cambodia-China Friendship Bridge, spanning the Mekong River in Kratie Province, is nearing completion, with construction reportedly nearly 100% complete. This promising update was shared by H.E. Phorn Rim, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, during a press briefing earlier this week. The highly anticipated bridge is scheduled to open to the public on April 1, 2026, ...
Read More14 Major Canadian Companies Eye Cambodia as a Gateway to ASEAN Markets
In a significant development for Cambodia's economic landscape, 14 major Canadian companies have expressed a strong interest in the Cambodian market, recognizing it as a strategic gateway to the ASEAN region. This announcement came during a meeting between HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, and leaders from these Canadian...
Read MoreCanadian Company Plans to Establish Manufacturing Plant in Cambodia
YKK Canada Inc., a globally recognized manufacturer of fasteners, has revealed plans to invest in establishing a parts manufacturing factory in Cambodia in the near future. The announcement follows a meeting between His Excellency Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), and Mr. Hugues Charbonneau, President of YKK Canada Inc...
Read MoreCambodia to Install Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Nationwide to Promote Green Transport
The Cambodian government has announced a major initiative to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations along major roads nationwide, aiming to reduce environmental pollution and lower transportation costs for citizens. The announcement was made by H.E. Keo Rattanak, Minister of Mines and Energy, during the 3rd meeting on Cambodia’s energy transition toward a carbon-free future, held on Oc...
Read MoreCanadian Consortium Eyes Investment in Cambodia’s Key Sectors
During a recent visit to Canada, a Cambodian delegation led by His Excellency Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, engaged with the Canadian-based Lee Li Holdings Group to explore potential investment opportunities in Cambodia. The discussions took place at Lee Li Holdings’ state-of-the-art fruit juice production facility in...
Read MoreVietnam, Cambodia, and Laos Strengthen Cooperation on Power Supply and Transportation Links
In a significant move towards enhancing regional connectivity, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen, Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, and Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone pledged to further develop power supply and transportation links among their countries. This commitment was made during the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from October 26-28, 2025...
Read MoreNational Road 23 Fully Completed, Boosting Connectivity and Regional Growth
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport has officially announced the full completion of the National Road 23 (NR23) upgrade, marking a significant achievement in Cambodia’s ongoing infrastructure development. The announcement was made on October 24, 2025, following the completion of a 19.8-kilometer section designed to improve transportation efficiency and accessibility for local residents. ...
Read MoreChinese Company Plans Major Tourism Investment in Siem Reap
In a significant move for the Cambodian tourism sector, Yunnan Provincial Investment Holdings Group Co., Ltd (YIG), a prominent Chinese state-owned enterprise, has expressed its intention to embark on a large-scale, innovative tourism investment project in Siem Reap. This initiative, supported by the Cambodian Ministry of Tourism, is poised to enhance the region's tourism capabilities and attract ...
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