Deepening Bilateral Cooperation: Ministry of Public Works Welcomes New JICA Chief Representative

• Proeksa Meas
• 10 November 2026
• Construction Focus
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Mutual Commitments to Expand Partnerships and Accelerate Infrastructure Development Projects Between Cambodia and Japan

Phnom Penh: The enduring strategic partnership between Cambodia and Japan reached another significant milestone as His Excellency Peng Pione, Minister of Public Works and Transport, received Madam Iwama Nozomi, the newly appointed Chief Representative of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Office in Cambodia. The courtesy call and working meeting took place on the morning of Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Ministry’s headquarters, attended by ministry leadership and relevant officials.

During the meeting, the Minister extended a warm welcome and heartfelt congratulations to Madam Iwama Nozomi on her new appointment, expressing strong confidence that under her leadership, the cooperative ties between the Ministry and JICA will scale new heights. The Minister also conveyed high praise and deep appreciation for the dedicated contributions of her predecessor, Mr. Sanui Kazumasa, who played an instrumental role in facilitating and accelerating vital infrastructure development projects across Cambodia during his tenure.

The discussions unfolded in a warm, cordial, and friendly atmosphere, serving as a testament to the shared commitment of both nations to safeguard, strengthen, and elevate bilateral cooperation to unprecedented levels.

The continued collaboration between the Ministry of Public Works and Transport and JICA under new leadership serves as a vital catalyst in sustaining Cambodia’s infrastructure advancement. Unwavering support from Japanese partners not only enhances transportation and logistics networks but also robustly reinforces national economic growth and long-term socio-economic development goals. (read more)

• infrastructure development
• MPWT
• JICA