Cambodia & China Sign Agreement to Preserve Nearly 60K Hectares of Mangrove Forests
To protect and rehabilitate Cambodia’s mangrove forests, the General Department of Protected Areas under the Ministry of Environment signed a collaborative agreement with the International Mangrove Centre, China, to enhance the preservation of 58,800 hectares of mangrove ecosystems. The agreement was formalized on 12 October 2024, with HE Srey Sunleang, Director General of the General […]
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PM Cancels Land-Clearing Requests to Enforce Transparent Land Registration
PM Samdech Hun Manet has canceled all pending land-clearing requests in a move to prioritize transparent land registration and curb fraudulent practices. Speaking at the 30th anniversary celebration of the 70th Brigade on 15 October 2024, the PM announced the decision, emphasising that land must be registered appropriately before any clearance activities can commence. During […]
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Private Sector Prioritises Three Key Measures to Boost Cambodia’s Automotive & Electronics Industry
Cambodia’s private sector has identified three pivotal measures from a list of 20 priorities to drive the development of the nation’s automotive and electronics industry. This decision emerged from the second meeting of the Advisory Council for the Development of the Automotive and Electronics Sector, organized by the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) […]
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Gov’t Pushes for Railway Expansion MoU by Year-End
The Cambodian government has set a firm deadline for a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the railway expansion project to be finalized before the end of 2024, as announced by Samdech Hun Manet, PM of Cambodia, during the celebration ceremony marking the 20th anniversary of Cambodia’s accession to the World Trade Organisation on 14 October […]
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Cambodia-ASEAN Trade Surpasses USD 10bn in Eight Months, Achieving Over 11% Growth
Cambodia’s trade volume with ASEAN nations soared past USD 10 billion in the first eight months of 2024, reflecting a remarkable growth of more than 11% compared to the same period last year, as highlighted in a report by the General Department of Customs and Excise, released by the Ministry of Information on 27 September […]
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Ministry of Land to Launch Housing Data Management System for Affordable Housing Planning
The Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction (MLMUPC) of Cambodia is set to establish a comprehensive housing data management system aimed at analyzing and planning housing supplies for low- and middle-income citizens, as announced by HE Seng Thany, Undersecretary of State, on 10 October 2024. The announcement was made during a workshop on […]
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Mondulkiri Celebrates Inauguration of New Water Purification System Worth Over USD 150,000
The newly completed small-scale water treatment plant project in Sen Monorom City, Mondulkiri province, valued at over USD 150,000, was officially inaugurated on 10 October 2024. The ceremony was presided over by HE Hem Vandy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, alongside HE Ueno Atsushi, Ambassador of Japan to Cambodia, marking a significant step […]
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Gov’t Seeks Private Sector Partnership to Rehabilitate Upper Mekong Rivers for Enhanced Navigation
Cambodian PM Samdech Hun Manet has announced that the government is seeking partnerships with the private sector to rehabilitate rivers in the upper Mekong River region. These waterways are currently obstructed by sediment buildup, hindering navigation and shipping operations. The initiative aims to restore the rivers’ functionality and improve transport routes along this crucial waterway, […]
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Korea Provides Professional Training for Cambodia to Enhance Cultural Heritage Preservation & Tourism Development
APSARA Authority and the Korean Heritage Agency have launched a four-day training program to bolster Cambodia’s cultural heritage management, focusing on conservation, tourism development, and leveraging cultural assets. Radio National of Cambodia announced this collaborative effort on 8 October 2024. The initiative, held from 7 to 10 October 2024, aims to integrate expertise from Korean […]
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China Eyes Tonle Sap Mining Opportunities & Cement Production in Kampot
A delegation from Hubei province, China, led by Mr. Hu Jingli, Deputy Chairman of the Geographical Office, has expressed strong interest in studying natural mineral resources in Tonle Sap Lake, Siem Reap while advancing plans to invest in a cement plant in Kampot. This announcement followed a recent meeting with Siem Reap’s Deputy Governor, Mr. […]
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Canada to Establish Embassy in Phnom Penh, Strengthening Diplomatic & Trade Ties
Canada has announced plans to open an embassy in Phnom Penh, aiming to enhance its long-standing relationship with Cambodia and expand trade cooperation between the two nations. This decision was confirmed during a working meeting between PM Hun Manet and Canadian PM Justin Trudeau on 10 October 2024 in Vientiane, Laos. PM Trudeau informed Hun […]
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Cambodian Gov’t Extends Stamp Duty Exemption on Homes Up to USD 70,000 Until End of 2025
The Ministry of Economy and Finance has announced an extension of the stamp duty exemption for transferring ownership or possession of all types of borey housing valued at USD 70,000 or less, continuing this benefit until the end of 2025. This initiative aims to stimulate the real estate market by offering substantial tax relief to […]
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