Thailand to Build USD 420k Friendship Bridge Linking Chanthaburi & Pailin for Stronger Cross-Border Ties
Thailand has announced plans to construct the Chanthaburi-Pailin Friendship Bridge, a permanent link between Chanthaburi province in Thailand and Pailin province in Cambodia. The project, estimated to cost approximately USD 420,000 (15 million baht), aims to boost cross-border trade and tourism. Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirmed the initiative during a site inspection at the Ban […]
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Arabic Firm DP World Explores Investment Opportunities in Cambodia’s Transport & Industrial Sectors
DP World, a global leader in logistics and transport based in the UAE, has expressed strong interest in investing in Cambodia’s transport infrastructure and industrial park development, marking a pivotal step for the kingdom’s economic future. The announcement came during a meeting between PM Hun Manet and His Excellency Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Chairman of […]
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Cambodia Reaches 83% Completion in Tonle Sap Lake Boundary Marker Installation
Cambodia has achieved a remarkable milestone in its boundary marker installation initiative around the Tonle Sap Lake, completing over 83% of the planned 1,069 markers in just 242 days. The project, spearheaded by the Tonle Sap Authority, spans six provinces and highlights significant progress in delineating protected areas for sustainable management. This achievement was reported […]
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Serei Sophon 11-Hectare Landfill Project Completed, Ready to Benefit Over 12k Residents
A new 11-hectare landfill in Serei Sophon, Banteay Meanchey province, has been completed, marking a significant advancement in waste management for the province. With a handover inspection on 20 November 2024, the project is a cornerstone of the second phase of the Tonle Sap Lake environmental management improvement initiative, supported by the Asian Development Bank […]
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26 Japanese Firms Explore Agriculture & Vocational Training Investments in Cambodia
In a promising boost to Cambodia’s agricultural sector, 26 Japanese companies have expressed interest in investing in agriculture, food processing, and aquaculture, as revealed during a meeting between PM Samdech Hun Manet and HE Takahashi Fumiaki, President of the Japan-Cambodia Association, on 19 November 2024. This announcement underscores Japan’s commitment to expanding its economic footprint […]
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Cambodia Achieves Record Cashew Production of 840k Tons in 2024
Cambodia’s cashew industry has witnessed remarkable growth, with 840,000 tons of cashew nuts produced in the first ten months of 2024, marking a 26% increase compared to the same period last year. This significant milestone, announced by Mr. Uon Siloth, President of the Cambodian Cashew Association, reflects the sector’s growing importance in the nation’s agricultural […]
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Network News: How Digital Twins and Analytics Are Shaping the Future of Connectivity And 5G
Not entirely out of sight, but almost always out of mind, cell towers quietly form the backbone of modern communication, powering everything from texts and phone calls to TikTok videos. Some topping 200 feet, they can stand tall like sentinels along roads or poke up from the roofs of high buildings. Their thistle-like tops bristle […]
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Cambodia Officially Withdraws from CLV Development Triangle, Focuses on National Infrastructure Projects
Cambodia has officially announced its withdrawal from the Cambodia-Laos-Vietnam Development Triangle Area (CLV-DTA), marking a shift in its regional development strategy. The decision was formalized through the promulgation of the Law on the Approval of the Agreement on the Promotion and Facilitation of Trade in the CLV-DTA and will take effect upon the completion of […]
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Cambodia’s Mining Sector Attracts USD 2.764 Billion Investment Across 555 Licensed Operations
Cambodia’s mining sector continues to expand, with 555 registered mining licenses now active under the Ministry of Mines and Energy, driving a total investment of USD 2.764 billion and creating approximately 11,306 jobs. The ministry highlighted this significant growth during its annual meeting on 21 November 2024, underscoring the sector’s vital role in national economic […]
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Cambodia Achieves Over 7.7 Million Land Registrations, Eyes 2028 Completion
Cambodia has registered over 7.7 million land parcels nationwide, with only 1.5 million parcels remaining, marking substantial progress in its national land registration initiative. The Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction (MLMUPC) aims to complete the registration process by 2028, further strengthening land rights and management. Government Spokesperson HE Pen Bona shared this […]
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Four Firms Submit Proposals to Redevelop Cambodia’s Block A Oil Project
The Ministry of Mines and Energy has announced that four companies have officially submitted proposals to redevelop Block A, Cambodia’s prominent oil exploration site. These proposals come as part of a broader effort to revitalize the country’s energy capacity following the suspension of operations due to KrisEnergy’s bankruptcy in 2021. An additional five companies have […]
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Cambodia Unveils Modern National Assembly Building with USD25 Million Vietnamese Aid
Cambodia has inaugurated a modern National Assembly administration building with a USD 25 million aid package from Vietnam. The ceremony, held on 21 November 2024, was attended by Samdech Khuon Sodary, President of Cambodia’s National Assembly, and HE Tran Thanh Man, President of the National Assembly of Vietnam, symbolizing the enduring friendship between the two […]
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