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New Rural Roads Construction Commences in Cambodia to Boost Eco-Tourism
- 4 July 2025
The Cambodian government has officially broken ground on three new rural roads in Teuk Phos district, Kampong Chhnang province. This initiative marks a significant step in enhancing the country’s rural infrastructure and supporting eco-tourism, with a total length of 41.10 kilometers planned for the new roads. The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by His Excellency Chhay Rithsen, Minister of...
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Phnom Penh Autonomous Port Sees Significant Revenue Growth in Early 2025
- 2 July 2025
The Phnom Penh Autonomous Port has reported a remarkable financial performance in the first five months of 2025, with revenue exceeding USD 17.5 million, marking a notable increase of 22% compared to the same period last year. According to an unaudited press release issued by the port authority, the total revenue for this period reached USD 17,526,054. The port's success is driven by robust ope...
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Cambodia and Korea Collaborate to Enhance Trade and Investment Cooperation
- 1 July 2025
In a significant move to bolster bilateral ties, Cambodia and Korea have engaged in a series of discussions aimed at identifying effective strategies to overcome challenges in trade and investment cooperation. The 2nd Cambodia-Korea Public-Private Dialogue took place on June 25, 2025, led by H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cam...
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Major Progress in Prek O’Damrey Kres-Prek Thmey Irrigation Expansion Project
- 1 July 2025
The ambitious project to expand the Prek O’Damrey Kres-Prek Thmey irrigation system has reached an impressive milestone, achieving approximately 95% of its targeted capacity. This significant progress was confirmed during a recent inspection by His Excellency Chan Yuttha, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology. Key developments in the project include: Restora...
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Cambodia’s Special Economic Zones Drive Export Growth and Employment
- 28 June 2025
Cambodia's special economic zones (SEZs) are proving to be pivotal in boosting the nation’s export capacity, contributing to more than 23% of total exports. As of 2024, the country boasts 44 SEZs, which are instrumental in enhancing domestic product exports, with projections estimating their contribution to total exports could reach between 23%-25% from 2022 to 2024. Dr. Sar Shinira, Deputy Sec...
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Bridge Construction Over Bassac River Progresses Steadily
- 20 June 2025
The construction of the bridge spanning the Bassac River between Chak Angre Krom and Prek Pra is taking shape, with the project now 36% complete, according to a recent report from the Ministry of Public Works and Transport. As of mid-June 2025, significant strides have been made on the bridge. The overall impact resolution process is nearing completion, with 98% of the necessary arrangements fi...
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Vietnamese Investors Show Strong Interest in Cambodia: 150 Companies Ready to Invest
- 16 June 2025
In a significant move to strengthen bilateral economic ties, approximately 150 Vietnamese companies have expressed keen interest in investing in Cambodia. This development was highlighted during a meeting on 10 June 2025, between HE Nguyen Minh Vu, the Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia, and HE Binh Trachhai, the Minister of Planning. Ambassador Nguyen noted that the ongoing economic and trade c...
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Cambodia Sees Surge in Investment Activity in Early 2025
- 16 June 2025
In a promising start to 2025, Cambodia has attracted 290 new investment projects, totalling over USD 4 billion in investment capital during the first five months, according to the latest report from the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC). Remarkably, this marks a significant increase from the same period last year, with 137 additional projects—an increase of nearly 90%. The investmen...
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Chinese Investment to Boost Bavet City with New 5-Star Hotel
- 12 June 2025
In a significant development for the local economy, YUNYA Hotel Co., Ltd., a Chinese company, has announced a substantial investment exceeding USD 60 million to construct a luxurious 5-star hotel in Bavet city. The provincial authorities have already conducted inspections at the project site, signalling the commencement of this ambitious venture. During a site visit on 11 June 2025, M...
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Government Proposes Enhancements to Phnom Penh-Sihanoukville Expressway Aesthetics & Safety
- 12 June 2025
In a significant effort to enhance the visual appeal and safety of the Phnom Penh-Sihanoukville Expressway, the Concession Agreement Management Committee convened discussions on 2 June 2025, featuring representatives from the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, the Ministry of Economy and Finance, and various industry experts. The meeting focused on five key proposals aimed at improving the...
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