Quanta, Apple’s Manufacturing Partner, Invests $120 Million in State-of-the-Art Plant in Vietnam

Renowned Taiwanese contract manufacturer, Quanta, responsible for producing MacBooks for tech giant Apple, has recently entered into an agreement with Vietnamese authorities to construct a remarkable factory worth $120 million. The primary purpose of this state-of-the-art facility will be to supply crucial components to Apple's diverse product lineup. Situated within the expansive 22.5-hectare ...

Read More

Gov’t Greenlights Two Thriving Investment Projects Worth US$10.14 M, Boosting Economic Growth

The Investment Committee of Cambodia, under the esteemed Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), has unveiled its endorsement of two promising investment ventures, totaling an impressive sum of over US$10.14 million. These ventures will usher in the establishment of factories in the vibrant provinces of Kampong Speu and Phnom Penh, as officially announced by the CDC on May 5, 2023. The f...

Read More

Massive Infrastructure Investments, at Least US$13.8b, Crucial for Asia’s Economic Growth, Asian Development Bank Urges

The Asian and Pacific region is standing at a critical juncture, as the Asian Development Bank (ADB) emphasizes the urgent need for substantial infrastructure investments to sustain economic growth, alleviate poverty, and combat climate change. A recent report released by the ADB on April 02, 2023, reveals that an estimated investment of $13.8 trillion or $1.7 trillion annually from 2023 to 2030 i...

Read More

Cambodia and Japan Plan to Establish More Private Business Centers as Trade Volume Exceeds US$2.4 Billion

The bilateral trade volume between Cambodia and Japan is set to surpass US$2.4 billion in 2022, prompting discussions to establish more Cambodian private business centers by 2023. This was announced during the opening ceremony of the "Cambodia Expo 2023" event held in Tokyo on May 3, 2023. According to HE Chhuon Dara, Minister Delegate to the Prime Minister and Secretary of State of the Ministr...

Read More

Exclusive Bus Lines Launched by Government for Seamless Access to Phnom Penh’s Spectacular SEA Games

To ensure hassle-free transportation for national and international visitors attending the highly anticipated 32nd Southeast Asian Games and the 12th ASEAN Para Games 2023, the Phnom Penh Capital Administration has introduced two dedicated express bus lines. This announcement, made on 5 May 2023, underscores the government's commitment to providing convenient and efficient travel options during th...

Read More

JICA funds US$167 M to Advance Rural Connectivity with Over 500km Road Improvement Project

The Government of Japan, through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), is poised to inject US$167 million into funding projects aimed at enhancing the quality of over 500 kilometers of rural roads across four targeted provinces in northwestern Cambodia. The plans were unveiled by HE Ouk Rabun, Minister of Rural Development, and Mr. Sanui Kazumasa, the newly appointed President of JICA...

Read More

Australia Collaborates with Cambodia to Establish Groundbreaking Agri-Food Industrial Park for Enhanced Competitiveness

In a groundbreaking partnership, Australia is teaming up with Cambodia to establish the country's first Agri-Food Industrial Park (AIP) with the aim of enhancing market competitiveness. The Australian Embassy officially announced this significant collaboration on 3 May 2023 through their official Facebook page. The Agri-Food Industrial Park will serve as a hub for Agri-Food processing, research...

Read More

US$165M Hong Kong -Phnom Penh Submarine Cable to Complete in 2024

The Hong Kong-Phnom Penh submarine fiber-optic cable project, valued at over US$165 million and spanning 2,715 kilometers, is set to be completed in 2024, addressing Cambodia's increasing demand for reliable internet access. This significant development was announced by Minister of Post and Telecommunications, Chea Vandeth, during the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding for Coopera...

Read More

Royal Railway and Three Companies Sign MOU to Develop Land Along Railway Line

Royal Railway Cambodia PLC, a subsidiary of Royal Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on April 28 with Samaiden Energy (Cambodia) Co., Ltd., Management Venture Asia (Cambodia) Ltd., and Panna Energy Sdn. Bhd. to conduct a feasibility study on the potential for renewable energy and other sustainable economic activities along the unused land along the railway line from Poipet to Si...

Read More

GOV’t Plans to Develop Seabed War Museum on Takeav Island

Sihanoukville provincial authorities are planning to establish a Seabed War Museum on the Takeav archipelago near Ream, according to HE Long Dimanche, Deputy Governor of Sihanoukville. The proposed Submarine War museum will showcase the remnants of World War II that have plunged into the seabed and will be a significant attraction for both national and international tourists. The provincial adm...

Read More