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Second Conch Cement Factory in Battambang Worth US$253m Reaches 85% Completion
Construction progress of the second Conch Cement Factory in Battambang province, valued at US$253 million, has reached a significant milestone, with approximately 85% of the project now complete. Scheduled for an official inauguration in September 2024, this development marks a crucial step forward in Cambodia’s cement manufacturing sector. The update was shared via a Facebook […]
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Phnom Penh Drainage & Diversion Project Reaches 60% Completion
The project aimed at draining water and diverting flows from Phnom Penh to rehabilitate 10 canals spanning 260 kilometres has achieved a significant milestone, reaching 60% completion. This update comes directly from the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology on 4 May 2024, marking substantial progress in addressing flooding issues in the nearby provinces. During […]
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Deputy PM Assures No Adverse Impact on Vietnam as Cambodia Forecasts Canal Project to Save Nearly US$600m
The volume of water diverted by the Funan Techo canal relative to the overall flow of the Mekong River is negligible, ensuring no adverse effects on Cambodia’s environment and neighbouring regions, including Vietnam. This affirmation comes from HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and Deputy PM and First President of the Council for the Development […]
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Progress Update: NR No. 31 Rehabilitation Connecting Bek Kus to Kampong Trach Nears 80% Completion
The rehabilitation and enhancement of NR No. 31, spanning over 53 kilometres from Bek Kus to Kampong Trach district, has achieved an impressive milestone, nearing completion at almost 80%. As of 25 April 2024, the project has reached 78.43% completion, well on track to meet the stringent quality standards outlined in the contract. This progress […]
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Cambodian Government Implements Artificial Rain Initiative to Combat Heat in Public Schools
In response to the scorching temperatures posing a threat to students’ education, the Cambodian government has directed local authorities to initiate artificial rain setups in public schools. This proactive measure aims to alleviate the adverse effects of the current hot and dry weather on students’ learning environments. The police of Koh Kong and Mondul Seima […]
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Cambodia Attracts Nearly US$20bn in Industrial Investments in Q1-2024
In a remarkable surge of industrial investment, Cambodia has secured close to US$20 billion in industry-related investments during the first quarter of 2024, marking a substantial increase of 13.55% compared to the same period in 2023. This significant milestone was announced by HE Hem Vandy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, during the official […]
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Toyota Unveils US$36m Assembly Plant in Phnom Penh SEZ
In a significant boost to Cambodia’s automotive industry, a new Toyota assembly plant, valued at over US$36 million, was officially inaugurated in the Phnom Penh Special Economic Zone on 2 May 2024. This landmark event was presided over by Samdech Hun Manet, Prime Minister, marking a new era in the country’s manufacturing capabilities. The Toyota […]
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SHV Port Marks Remarkable Growth with 240K TEUs of Containers, a 23% Increase in Container Traffic in Q1 2024
In the first quarter of 2024, the Sihanoukville Autonomous Port witnessed a significant surge in its operational capacity, handling 240,000 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) of containers. This marks an impressive increase of more than 23% compared to the corresponding period in 2023. The announcement was made by HE Peng Po Nea, Minister of Public Works […]
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Phnom Penh Unveils ASEAN-International Business Centre: A New Era for Vegetable Wholesale Market
Marking a significant milestone in the agricultural and real estate sectors of Cambodia, the ASEAN-International Business Centre, also known as Phsar Doeum Kor Thmey, commenced operations on 27 April 2024. Situated in Sangkat Kork Roka, Khan Prek Pnov, this expansive 20-hectare development on Boeung Ta Mok land is now the largest international vegetable wholesale market […]
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MoWRAM Initiates Swift Upgrades on Irrigation Systems Across Five Provinces to Beat Rainy Season
In a significant move to enhance agricultural productivity ahead of the impending rainy season, the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology (MoWRAM) is fast-tracking the repair and improvement of critical irrigation systems in five provinces. This ambitious initiative, targeting key infrastructures including the North Melang Chrey Canal in Kampong Speu province and the Spean Sreng […]
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