Construction Focus
Kratie & Stoeng Treng Welcome New Landfills Valued at Nearly US$10m
In a significant move to enhance hygiene and well-being, Kratie city in Kratie province and Stoeng Treng city in Stung Treng province have officially inaugurated two state-of-the-art landfills, collectively valued at nearly US$10 million. The momentous occasion took place during the official opening ceremony presided over by HE Peng Po, Minister of Public Works and […]
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NR 33 Rehabilitation Reaches 62% Completion by April 2024
The extensive effort to restore and enhance the quality of NR 33 has reached a significant milestone, with completion standing at 62% as of April 2024. This update comes following a thorough site inspection conducted by HE Bun Sophat, Deputy Director of the Project and Representative of HE Pal Chandara, Secretary of State of the […]
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COP28 Targets Tripled Renewable Energy by 2030, Unveils Asia’s US$7bn Solar and US$58bn Wind Power Market
At the recent COP28 summit in Dubai, the world witnessed a monumental agreement among over 100 nations to triple renewable energy production by 2030. This ambitious pact, unparalleled in its scale and urgency, aims to nearly double the current annual growth rate of renewable sources like wind, solar, and geothermal power, heralding a decisive step […]
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More than 20 Thai Firms Explores Investment Opportunities in Kratie Province
More than 20 Thai companies, led by the Thai Embassy in Cambodia, are actively seeking business and investment prospects in Kratie province. This initiative aims to bolster trade volumes and foster economic collaboration between Cambodia and Thailand, particularly within the new economic zone linking both nations. The visit, headed by HE Chheut Kiet, Ambassador of […]
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Veal Veng District’s Eel Road Designated as Nature Reserve to Boost Tourism
PM Samdech Hun Manet of Cambodia has proposed a comprehensive study of the area surrounding the renowned “Hidden Bopha Road” or Eel Road in Phnom 1500, Veal Veng district, Pursat province, to designate it as a nature conservation area. This recommendation was made during the inauguration ceremony of the “Preah Botum Stupa in Wat Mony […]
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17 Chinese Firms Seek Clarity on Investment Policies from Cambodian Prime Minister
Mr. Shen Mingrong, Chairman of Zhenjiang Zhoung Chao New Material Co., Ltd., alongside representatives from 17 Chinese industrial enterprises, expressed keen interest in expanding their investments in Cambodia. They sought clarity on three key policies from PM Hun Manet, according to result of the pivotal meeting between the two parties held on 27 March 2024. […]
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Royal Group Launches Ambitious New 120-Hectare Special Economic Zone in Kandal Province
In a significant development, Royal Group, under the stewardship of Okhna Kith Meng, is embarking on the construction of a sprawling 120-hectare special economic zone (SEZ) in Kandal province. The SEZ, poised to connect with the Phnom Penh Special Economic Zone via a bridge spanning the Prek Tnaot River, marks a strategic move for economic […]
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Chinese-Built Dams Imperil Mekong River Health: Threatening Extinction of 1 in 5 Fish Species
Approximately one in five (20%) of the fish species inhabiting the Mekong River are at risk of extinction due to unsustainable hydropower plant development practices, according to the research, spearheaded by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and 25 other marine and wildlife conservation organizations published on 4 March 2024 updated by SCMP on 22 March […]
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Empowering ASEAN Citizens: Google and ASEAN Foundation Launch Digital Literacy Initiative
Google.org and the ASEAN Foundation have joined forces to introduce the ASEAN Digital Literacy Program (ADLP), a groundbreaking initiative aimed at elevating digital literacy among citizens across the ASEAN region, equipping them with essential skills to navigate the digital landscape effectively, according to pattayamail published on 22 March 2024. The unveiling of the ASEAN Digital […]
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Battambang Province Flourishes with Over 700 Enterprises, Generating 150,000 Jobs
Battambang province boasts a thriving economic landscape, with more than 700 enterprises and 17 factories contributing to the employment of nearly 150,000 individuals as of the first quarter of 2024, according to official data reported by AKP Battambang on 29 March 2024, the province’s economic vitality is underscored by its diverse industrial sectors, including agricultural […]
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