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GGGI Collaborates to Develop Low-Carbon Transport Strategy for Cleaner Air in Siem Reap
- 12 May 2023
The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) has embarked on a collaborative endeavor to establish a roadmap for a low-carbon transportation strategy aimed at combating air pollution in Siem Reap. The project, launched on 5th April 2023 and supported by the French Development Agency (AFD), spans a duration of two years. An integral component of this initiative involves the preparation of an emissio...
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World Bank Commits $60 Million to Enhance Solid Waste and Plastics Management in Cambodia
- 11 May 2023
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors has granted approval for a significant $60 million credit from the International Development Association to support Cambodia in improving its solid waste and plastic management systems. This vital project will also receive co-financing of $3 million from the PROBLUE Trust Fund. In an official press release issued on 11th May, the World Bank highlighte...
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Chinese Experts to Assess Potential for New Energy Power Plants in Sihanoukville and Koh Kong Provinces
- 11 May 2023
At the end of May 2023, a team of Chinese experts from the China Development Institute (CDI) will embark on a visit to Sihanoukville and Koh Kong provinces, with the aim of exploring opportunities for the construction of new energy power stations, focusing on solar and wind energy. This significant development was announced by Mr Ouk Pheaktra, Deputy Governor of Koh Kong Province, following his...
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PM Hun Sen urges Timor-Leste to set up more factories in Cambodia to maintain their food security
- 10 May 2023
PM Hun Sen reiterated that he urges Timor-Leste to invest in establishing a rice mill in Cambodia to maintain food security in their country, while Cambodia has also strongly helped Timor-Leste in the agricultural sector. Recently, PM has already confirmed to Timor-Leste that he will send agricultural experts to inspect the land situation to help agricultural production in East Timor. (Read mor...
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Cambodia Seeks Vietnam’s facilitation in Power Line Connection from Laos to Singapore
- 10 May 2023
PM Hun Sen of Cambodia urged PM Pham Minh Chinh of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to collaborate in facilitating the connection of power lines from Laos for electricity transmission to Singapore. The request was made during a bilateral meeting at the 42nd ASEAN Summit held in Labuan Bajo, Republic of Indonesia, on 9th May 2023. In the meeting, PM Hun Sen expressed Cambodia's intention to pur...
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Techo Santepheap National Hospital Nears Completion, Set to Open in June
- 10 May 2023
The highly anticipated Techo Santepheap National Hospital, a groundbreaking healthcare facility in Cambodia, is nearing completion, with construction progress reaching an impressive 85-90%. The hospital is slated to be finalized by the end of May and is scheduled for inauguration in June 2023. Dr. Yok Sambath, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Chairman of the Hospital's Board, p...
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Cambodia and Vietnam Forge Closer Tourism Ties with Feasibility Study to Connect Phu Quoc and Key Cambodian Destinations
- 10 May 2023
In a landmark development for regional tourism, Cambodia and Vietnam have embarked on a joint feasibility study to establish connectivity between the idyllic island of Phu Quoc (or Koh Tral) and two prominent tourist destinations in Cambodia. This significant agreement was formalized through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Tourism of Cambodia and the Ministry o...
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Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Commencement of US$138 Million Tire Factory Construction in Kratie
- 9 May 2023
In a momentous occasion for the industrial landscape of Kratie province, the construction of NEWBUSTAR (Cambodia) Tire Co., Ltd's state-of-the-art car tire factory, with a staggering investment of US$138 million, officially commenced on 9th May 2023. The auspicious groundbreaking ceremony, graced by the presence of HE Wat Thorn, the esteemed Governor of Kratie Province, and Mr. Chhay Yon Son, P...
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Dyson Unveils Ambitious US$3.4 Billion Project with Launch of Cutting-Edge Battery Plant in Singapore
- 9 May 2023
In a groundbreaking move to enhance its engineering and manufacturing capabilities, renowned British technology firm Dyson has announced the opening of a state-of-the-art proprietary battery plant in Singapore. The news, as reported by CNA on 3rd May 2023, highlights Dyson's commitment to innovation and solidifies its position as a global leader in the industry. The upcoming battery plant, stra...
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Darasakor International Port, inaugurate in this year, Set to Transform Koh Kong’s Maritime Landscape
- 9 May 2023
Amidst great anticipation, the inauguration of an internationally acclaimed seaport in Koh Kong province is fast approaching, with plans to commence operations in the middle of this year. The private-owned port, built to impeccable global standards, is set to revolutionize maritime activities in the region, bolstering trade and commerce. Led by Deputy Governor of Koh Kong Province, I Narynet, a...
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