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China Invests Nearly USD 300 million to Build Glove Factory in Svay Rieng Province
- 3 March 2025
Nex Healthcare Co., Ltd., a world-class Chinese company, has invested approximately USD 273 million to officially open a factory for the production of gloves (PVC and rubber) and medical equipment in the Qilu Special Economic Zone, Svay Rieng province, on 2 March 2025. During the ground-breaking ceremony for the factory, HE Chea Vuthy, Secretary General of the Committee for Investment...
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Phnom Penh Autonomous Port Sees Significant Increase in Container Traffic & Revenue
- 28 February 2025
The Phnom Penh Autonomous Port has reported remarkable growth in container traffic and overall operations for January 2025. The port handled over 40,000 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) of containers, reflecting an astonishing increase of nearly 50% compared to last year. According to the preliminary business performance report released by the port authorities, the port recorded 44,379 TEUs ...
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Progress Accelerates on Cambodia-Korea Friendship Bridge Construction
- 27 February 2025
The government is speeding up the construction of the Cambodia-Korea Friendship Bridge, with active site preparations underway. The Ministry of Public Works and Transport has directed technical teams from the Electricity of Cambodia and Yooshin Joint Venture to enhance their engineering and technical studies to prevent power outages during construction. On 25 February 2025, Undersecretary of...
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Cambodia to Expand Industrial & Economic Zones by 2024
- 27 February 2025
As part of its ongoing economic development strategy, Cambodia is poised to have a total of 20 industrial parks by 2024, with operational factories situated across five capital cities and provinces. This expansion represents an increase of three industrial parks, or 17.65%, compared to the previous year, according to the 2024 Work Results Report and the 2025 Work Directions published by the Minist...
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Philippines Eyes Cambodian Partnerships for Infrastructure Boom
- 19 February 2025
In a significant move towards enhancing infrastructure development, San Miguel Corporation, one of the Philippines' largest conglomerates, is actively seeking partnerships with Cambodian firms. This initiative was highlighted during a meeting between Philippine Prime Minister Hun Manet and San Miguel Corporation Chairman and CEO Ramon S. Ang on 10 February 2025. San Miguel Corporation, renowned...
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Cambodia Enhances Investment Climate with Adoption of 21 International Standards
- 7 February 2025
Cambodia is taking significant strides to boost its economy and attract foreign investment by adopting 21 new international standards as national standards. This pivotal decision was made during the National Standards Council’s 30th meeting on 30 January 2025, which focused on reviewing and approving key standards across various sectors. The adoption of these standards aligns with the ASEAN ini...
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Progress Report on National Road 5: Final Section Construction Updates
- 6 February 2025
As of early February 2025, significant progress has been made on the final section of National Road 5, stretching from Seri Sophon to Poipet. With a total length of 35.14 kilometers, this crucial infrastructure project is currently 29% complete and is on track for completion in 2026. HE Phon Rim shared the update as the Ministry of Public Works and Transport spokesperson during a press briefing...
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Phnom Penh Infrastructure Project Advancing Rapidly to Combat Flooding
- 3 February 2025
In a significant step towards enhancing urban resilience, a major infrastructure project targeting flood prevention in the western districts of Phnom Penh is now over 66% complete. The initiative, which focuses on installing large-scale box culverts, is actively transforming National Road 4 and surrounding areas. Managed by the PPPP-TCM joint venture, this ambitious project encompasses essentia...
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Progress on National Road No. 23 Reaches 70% Completion
- 30 January 2025
The ambitious construction project for the 20-kilometre stretch of National Road No. 23, linking Koh Thom and Loek Dek districts in Kandal province, has made significant headway, with approximately 70% of the work completed. According to a report by Cambodia National Television, the project is set to conclude in April 2025. HE Phay Sovicheano, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Public Works ...
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National Road 48 Rehabilitation Nears Completion: 82% Achieved
- 29 January 2025
The long-awaited rehabilitation and upgrade of National Road 48, stretching 148 kilometres from Sre Ambel to Koh Kong, has completed an impressive 82% according to an announcement by HE Phon Rim, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works and Transport on 29 January 2025. The construction project, which officially commenced on 3 January 2022, aims to significantly enhance road quality for im...
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