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Chinese Premier Li Spearheads Intelligent Technological Advancements for Sustainable Development in Lancang-Mekong Region
In a visionary move to fortify regional cooperation and technological progress, Chinese Premier Li Qiang took the lead in proposing cutting-edge solutions and sustainable initiatives during the fourth Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) Leaders’ Meeting. The virtual summit, attended by leaders from Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam—the five ASEAN member states traversed by the Mekong River—marked […]
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The Gov’t urge to implement to build a light rail line connecting Siem Reap to the new airport
An inter-ministerial commission with China Metro Group has been pushing for discussions on a light rail development (LRT) project connecting Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport to Siem Reap. This is according to the meeting chaired by HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister, First Deputy Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, and Chairman of […]
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US$20 million Boeung Choeung Ek Wastewater Treatment Plant Unveiled
The Boeung Choeung Ek Wastewater Treatment Plant, a state-of-the-art facility valued at over US$20 million, was officially inaugurated on 27 December 2023. The auspicious ceremony, presided over by Samdech Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, and HE Ueno Atsushi, Ambassador of Japan to Cambodia, marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s commitment […]
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PM Signifies Demographic Census Data as a Compass for Policymaking With Over 750,000 Enterprises Updated
As of March 2022, Cambodia boasts a total of 753,670 operational firms, showcasing a staggering 49% increase compared to the 2011 economic census, which recorded 505,134 enterprises. This significant revelation was released the Ministry of Planning on 26 December under the auspices of Samdech Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia, which disclosed a remarkable surge […]
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Cambodia-Japan Special Economic Zone Unveiled: A Strategic Alliance for Economic Prosperity
In a pivotal meeting between key inter-ministries and a high-level Japanese delegation led by HE Ueno Atsushi, Ambassador of Japan to Cambodia, discussions unfolded on a groundbreaking initiative—the establishment of the Cambodia-Japan Special Economic Zone. Chaired by HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, […]
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European Ventures into Cambodia’s Thriving Port and Logistics Landscape
CMA CGM (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. A subsidiary of CMA CGM, the world’s third-largest French container company has expressed a keen interest in spearheading two transformative projects in port transportation and logistics within Cambodia. The announcement came following a pivotal meeting between Ms. Esra BORA, General Manager of Cambodia/Vietnam for CMA CGM, and HE Peng Po, […]
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Cambodia Accelerates Industrial Growth with Two New Tyre Manufacturing Giants
Cambodia is set to welcome two new players in the tire manufacturing sector. The move will elevate the total count of tire factories in the country to five, marking a substantial expansion in the realm of rubber production. During his address at the annual meeting of the Ministry of Commerce on 21 December, HE Chea […]
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Cambodia Takes a Stand for Environmental Conservation: Prey Lang Mining Licenses Suspended
In a groundbreaking move towards environmental preservation, the Cambodian government, led by Prime Minister Samdech Hun Manet, has declared a halt on the issuance of mining licenses in the ecologically significant Prey Lang area. This pivotal decision was announced during the closing ceremony of the 2023 work review meeting and the 2024 work direction of […]
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Industry Ministry Registers 201 New Factories Amidst Growth Challenges
The industrial sector in Cambodia witnessed a robust surge as the Ministry of Industry, Technology, Science, and Innovation proudly registered 201 new factories in the first 11 months of 2023. Simultaneously, 93 factories have either closed or temporarily shut down, marking a dynamic landscape of growth and adaptation. According to HE Heng Sokkung, Secretary of […]
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Cambodia’s Green Leap: 55 Factories Save US$10m & Reduced 40k tco2-eq Annually through UNIDO’s TEST Project
In a resounding success for Cambodia’s industrial sector, 55 factories, and enterprises have achieved substantial savings of approximately US$10 million annually while curbing emissions by a noteworthy 40,000 tons of greenhouse gases per year. This achievement comes as the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) concludes its transformative TEST project, celebrated at a closing ceremony […]
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