Cambodia’s Tourism Soars: H1-2023 Records 75% Surge with Over 11 Million Visitors
In an exceptional tourism surge, Cambodia witnessed a remarkable increase in visitor numbers during the first half of 2023. The Ministry of Tourism’s report, published on July 3, 2023, revealed a staggering 75% rise as Cambodia welcomed a total of 11.1 million domestic tourists, compared to the same period in 2022. The country’s popularity as […]
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World’s Highest Tunnel Completes Construction, Bolstering Connectivity in Tibet
In a remarkable feat of engineering and perseverance, the Gokarla Tunnel, the world’s longest high-altitude road tunnel, has reached its completion after an impressive seven-year construction period. Situated in the awe-inspiring region of Tibet, this significant milestone in infrastructure development is poised to enhance connectivity and facilitate economic growth. At staggering altitudes of 4,248 meters […]
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Delays Loom Over Thailand’s High-Speed Rail Linking Three Airports Project
The long-awaited high-speed railway project connecting three major airports in Thailand, namely Don Moeung, Suvarnabhumi, and U-Tapao, may face further delays, despite the initial agreement signed between the Thai government and the Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group in 2019. According to Mr. Nirut Maneephan, The State Railway of Thailand (SRT), as of July 4, 2023, construction […]
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Gov’t Allocates 6,000 ha of Social Land Concessions in Mondulkiri Province, Bringing New Hope to Local Communities
The Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction, in collaboration with the Mondulkiri Provincial Authority, has designated 6,000 hectares of land as a dedicated area for land identification, classification, and registration in Rayor and Soksan communes of Koh Nhek district, Mondulkiri Province. This landmark zoning announcement, made on 28 June 2023, marks a crucial […]
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An Underground car park and a modern shopping mall project commence in the Heart of Phnom Penh
A new era of urban development is set to unfold in the centre of Phnom Penh as EDC Juta (Cambodia) embarks on its groundbreaking underground project in the heart of Phnom Penh. Led by Ms Oknha Chan Sothea, General Director of EDC Juta (Cambodia) Company, this ambitious undertaking encompasses a multi-level car park, a contemporary […]
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India Expands Trilateral Highway Project to Connect Cambodia, Boosting Regional Trade and Connectivity
India has unveiled plans to extend the 1,360-kilometer trilateral highway project to Cambodia. Currently under construction between India, Myanmar, and Thailand, the highway section linking Thailand to Myanmar has been completed, awaiting its official public opening. This significant development was confirmed by Thai envoy Pattarat Hongton in an exclusive interview with the live nagpur newspaper […]
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UN, GGGI, and Cambodia Government Join Forces to Empower Green Bond Issuers
The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), and the Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) have partnered with the Credit Guarantee and Investment Facility (CGIF) and GuarantCo to launch the Cambodia Sustainable Bond Accelerator (CSBA), an initiative designed to provide crucial support […]
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Two Areas of Thailand attract 229k Cambodian tourists just within five months of 2023
In the first five months of the year, Thailand welcomed an impressive 229,000 tourists from Cambodia, while an even higher number of 330,000 tourists ventured from Laos, seeking both recreational activities and medical check-ups. These figures underscore the increasing appeal of Thailand’s diverse offerings, including its renowned healthcare sector, which has gained international recognition for […]
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Dogen City: Pioneering the World’s First Floating Medical Haven in Japan
In a groundbreaking initiative poised to revolutionize urban development and healthcare, Japanese firm N-Ark has unveiled its visionary plan for Dogen City, the world’s first floating medical city. Situated in Hamamatsu City, a vibrant port located 200km southwest of Tokyo, this innovative project represents a bold response to the challenges of climate change and population […]
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Stockholm Wood City: Pioneering the World’s Largest Wooden Urban Development
Renowned Swedish developer Atrium Ljungberg has unveiled plans to construct Stockholm Wood City, set to become the world’s largest wooden city. This groundbreaking project will transform the former industrial quarter of Sickla in southern Stockholm, spanning an impressive 250,000 square meters of land. With a vision encompassing 2,000 homes, 7,000 office spaces, as well as […]
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Groundbreaking Innovation: Cambodian-Made Product to Revitalize Phnom Penh’s Major Roads
The Cambodian government has chosen to employ a revolutionary product developed locally, known as Cold Mix AC, for the repair and revitalization of three prominent roads. This momentous decision was announced by HE Dr. Om Yentieng, Chairman of the National Working Group, during the highly anticipated groundbreaking ceremony held on 30 June 2023. HE Dr. […]
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Aeon Mall Meanchey Selected as a Prime Station for Phnom Penh-Techo International Airport Rail Line
In an exciting development for Cambodia’s transportation infrastructure, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) has officially announced that the upcoming light rail or underground train project connecting Phnom Penh to Techo International Airport in Kandal province will include a strategically located station at Aeon Mall Meanchey. This significant update was disclosed by HE […]
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