Construction Focus
Gov’t Advances Modern Technology for Maintenance of Over 50,000km of Rural Roads
HE Chhay Rithi Sen, Minister of Rural Development, has urged relevant officials to adopt modern technology for the upkeep of rural roads, which now span more than 50,000 kilometres across Cambodia. This directive was issued during a meeting on 13 March 2024, convened to review and discuss the priority program titled “Development of Physical Infrastructure […]
Read MoreCambodia’s Robust Trade Performance: Exceeding US$8bn in Two Months, Marking Nearly 20% Growth
In the initial two months of 2024, Cambodia’s international trade volume surged to over US$8 billion, registering a notable increase of nearly 20% compared to the corresponding period in 2023, as per the provisional report from the General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia. The report reveals that from January to February, Cambodia’s exports […]
Read MoreTransformative Infrastructure Initiatives Propelling Southwest Cambodia towards Logistics Hub Status
Prime Minister Samdech Hun Manet of Cambodia has emphasised that the implementation of significant infrastructure projects, including the Funan Techo Canal and Techo International Airport, will elevate the southwestern region of the country to a pivotal logistics hub. Prime Minister Hun Manet articulated these views while inspecting the ongoing development of the US$1.5 billion 4F-class […]
Read MoreJapan Extends Concessional Loan for Regional Hospital Development in Cambodia
In a significant gesture of bilateral cooperation, Japan has extended a concessional loan totalling JPY 21,104 million (approximately US$154 million) to Cambodia for the development of regional hospitals. The formal exchange of notes and accompanying documents took place on 13 March, with HE Sok Chanda Sophea, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and […]
Read MoreIn February, Cambodia Secures Nearly US$1.2bn for Development with 37 New Projects
In a noteworthy surge of economic activity, Cambodia witnessed a substantial influx of investment totalling nearly US$1.2 billion during February 2024. This significant investment, as revealed in a press release by the Council for the Development of Cambodia on 12 March 2024, is poised to propel the development of the nation through the approval of […]
Read MoreGrand Opening of Techo Sen Koh Thom Hospital: An US$11m Milestone
Set against the backdrop of the tranquil Koh Thom district in Kandal province, the Techo Sen Koh Thom Hospital was officially inaugurated on 13 March 2024, marking a pivotal moment in the province’s healthcare narrative. Worth more than US$11 million, this hospital stands as a beacon of medical excellence and community collaboration, presided over by […]
Read MoreCambodia Eyes European Investment Booster: A US$540m Journey Over Three Decades
In a concerted effort to diversify and enhance its investment portfolio, Cambodia has set its sights on attracting a larger share of European investment. Despite hosting approximately 62 projects from Europe, a total investment of US$540 million since 1994, the nation views this figure as the tip of the iceberg. This ambition was at the […]
Read MoreProgress Update: NR No. 4 Improvement Reaches Halfway Mark
As of March 2024, the extensive undertaking to enhance NR No. 4, spanning from Bek Chan commune in Kandal province to Bit Trang commune in Preah Sihanouk province, has achieved a significant milestone, with completion reaching 50.57%. HE Phan Rim, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works and Transports (MPWT), affirmed the substantial progress, noting […]
Read MoreTecho International Airport Set to Complete Phase I Construction by October 2024, Eyeing Mid-2025 Inauguration
Techo International Airport, strategically located across Kandal and Takeo provinces, is on track to conclude the first phase of its construction by October 2024, paving the way for its official commencement in mid-2025. A recent report from the Secretary of State for Civil Aviation indicates substantial progress, with the first phase reaching an impressive 66.1% […]
Read MoreNR No. 48 Upgrade Surpasses 45%, Targeting 60% Milestone by May
Efforts to enhance the quality of Cambodia’s crucial transportation artery, NR No. 48 (Sre Ambel-Koh Kong), have reached a commendable milestone, with completion currently standing at 45.17% as of 11 March 2024. The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT), led by HE So Vector, Secretary of State and Director of the Quality Improvement Project […]
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