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China Extends Generous US$7.2m Grant for Council of Ministers’ Friendship Building Renovation
- 5 March 2024
In a significant gesture of enduring friendship and collaboration, China has bestowed Cambodia with a substantial grant of 53.2 million yuan (US$7.3 million) earmarked for the renovation of the Friendship Building within the Council of Ministers, according to the official Facebook page of the Office of the Council of Ministers on 5 March 2024. The official signing ceremony for this transformati...
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Prime Opportunities Arise for Real Estate Investors as Cambodia Unveils Master Plan for Nearly 7,000km of Major Roads
- 29 February 2024
With the recent release of a pivotal strategic document outlining a master plan for the transport and logistics sector, savvy real estate investors are poised to capitalise on the emerging opportunities within the development landscape. The Royal Government of Cambodia's comprehensive master plan focuses on the road transport sector, detailing 94 road development projects with a total investment o...
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Gov’t Greenlights Three Major Malaysian Projects to Establish High-Tech Economic Zone & Halal Industries in Cambodia
- 28 February 2024
The Cambodian government has given the nod to three significant projects proposed by the National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCIM) in Malaysia. These ventures encompass the establishment of a high-tech economic zone, a technology development initiative, and an ecological project for the halal food industry in Cambodia. The approval was conveyed during the Cambodia-Malaysia Business Foru...
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SATO KOGYO Secures Contract to Build World’s Largest Mine-Shaped Museum in Siem Reap
- 24 February 2024
The project to construct the world's largest mine museum in Siem Reap, along with a training facility at the Technical Institute for Mine Action in Kampong Chhnang, has officially entered the construction phase. The construction agreement was formalized through a signing ceremony between the Japanese company SATO KOGYO CO., LTD and the Cambodian Mine Action Center (CMAC) on February 14, 2024, as a...
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MEF Advocates Increased Use of Local Stone in Infrastructure Projects
- 22 February 2024
In a strategic move to fortify Cambodia's economic resilience, the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) has issued a groundbreaking advisory, encouraging the heightened utilization of locally sourced stone in infrastructure projects and construction sites financed by the state budget. The announcement, dated February 21, 2024, marks a pivotal shift in government policy, responding to a plea fr...
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Arey Ksat Bridge Construction Set to Commence in Early 2025, Signaling Major Infrastructure Milestone
- 21 February 2024
The commencement of the Cambodia-Korea Friendship Bridge Project is anticipated to take place at the genesis of 2025. Cementing the commitment to this significant infrastructure development within Cambodia, a meeting was held on 21 February 2024. HE Peng Ponea, the country's Minister of Public Works and Transport, was joined by HE Park Jung-wook, the esteemed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenip...
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MME Denies Alleged Agreement with Vietnamese Company for Mekong Sand Dredging
- 20 February 2024
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
- 19 February 2024
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
- 17 February 2024
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
- 16 February 2024
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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