MME Denies Alleged Agreement with Vietnamese Company for Mekong Sand Dredging

Ung Dipola, spokesman for the Ministry of Mines and Energy in Cambodia, vehemently rejected recent claims made by Vietnamese newspaper VN Express regarding a purported agreement for sand dredging on a Mekong River segment. Mr Ung clarified the stance in an interview with French newspaper RFI, published on 16 February 2024. The controversy unfolded following a 7 February report by VN Express, su...

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Grand Groundbreaking Ceremony for US$60m Bassac River Bridge Marks a Historic Milestone

The grand groundbreaking ceremony for the US$60 million bridge project spanning the Bassac River took place on 19 February. The visionary construction will link Chak Angre Krom in the Meanchey district on the west bank to Prek Pra in the Chbar Ampov district on the east bank, fostering connectivity and development. Presided over by Samdech Hun Manet, the Prime Minister of Cambodia, the event al...

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Vietnam Initiates Trade Boost with Reduced Tariffs on Select Cambodian Goods

In a bid to fortify economic ties, Vietnam has introduced preferential import tariffs for specific Cambodian goods, aiming to catalyze trade between the two neighboring nations. The recent issuance of Decree 5/2024/ND-CP by the Vietnamese Government outlines conditions under which lower import tariffs will be applicable for Cambodian imports. The move is expected to stimulate commerce, building up...

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Expanding Coastal Charm: Kampot Plans Two New Beaches Following ASEAN Clean Tourism City Award

In the wake of clinching the prestigious 4th ASEAN Clean Tourism City Award in 2024, the Kampot provincial administration is unveiling ambitious plans for further development. According to the Kampot Provincial Information Department on February 15, 2024, the provincial authorities aim to create two additional beaches, marking a significant step in enhancing the region's tourist appeal. During ...

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University of Digital Economics, Veal Sbov Branch, Valued at Over US$6 Million, Officially Unveiled by PM Hun Manet

The University of Digital Economics and Technology, worth more than US$6 million, built on 6 hectares of land in Veal Sbov Village, Sangkat Veal Sbov, Khan Chbar Ampov, Phnom Penh, has been officially inaugurated. The grand inauguration of the University of Digital Economics and Technology's new branch, an investment exceeding US$6 million, situated on a sprawling 6-hectare campus in Veal Sbov ...

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Phnom Penh Set to Become Pinnacle Destination for Investors & Tourists with Ambitious Infrastructure Project

In a strategic move to elevate Phnom Penh to new heights of allure for both investors and tourists, the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction (MLMUPC), in collaboration with relevant ministries and institutions, is spearheading a groundbreaking infrastructure project. During the Inter-Ministerial Meeting on Infrastructure Management in Phnom Penh held on 13 February 2024...

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Significant Milestone Achieved as NR31 Restoration Hits 40% Completion

The ongoing project to restore and enhance the quality of National Road 31 (NR31) has achieved a notable milestone, reaching the 40% completion mark as of February 2024. According to the project progress updated from a recent site inspection conducted by the technical team comprising representatives from China Bridge and Road Corporation (CRBC), Guangzhou Wanan Technical Advisory Company, and prof...

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Techno School Launches Construction of 5-Hectare Campus

The Institute of Technology of Cambodia (Techno School) marked a pivotal occasion with the official commencement of construction for its second branch. Situated on an expansive 5-hectare parcel near the Victory Monument, the groundbreaking ceremony, held on 7th February 2024, was graced by the presence of His Excellency Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth, ...

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VINCI Airports Unveils Ambitious Plan for New Terminal at Sihanoukville International Airport

VINCI Airports, the renowned French airport developer with a robust footprint in Cambodian International Airports, has announced plans for the construction of a cutting-edge terminal at Sihanoukville International Airport. The revelation came during a courtesy call on 1 February where Mr Emmanuel Menanteau, Regional Director of VINCI Airports, presented the ambitious project to HE Sun Chanthol, De...

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Sihanoukville SEZ Soars: Records Exports & Imports Worth US$ 3.6bn in 2023

In a remarkable economic feat, the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone (SEZ) achieved a momentous milestone in 2023, reporting a substantial trade volume of approximately US$ 3.662 billion in exports and imports combined. The SEZ report unveiled on 29 January 2024, underscores its pivotal role, constituting a notable 7.18% share of the nation's total trade volume, which stood at US$46.83 billion. ...

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