Study Complete for New 72km Road Connecting Battambang-Siem Reap
Minister of Public Works and Transport HE Sun Chanthol has confirmed that the study has already been completed for a new 72km road connecting Battambang and Siem Reap, while construction is expected to begin soon after other procedures are complete. HE Sun Chanthol made the remarks during a virtual meeting with the Infrastructure and Regional […]
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Gov’t Close Deal with Contractor for Kratie-Kampong Thom Bridge, Construction to Begin This Year
Minister of Public Works and Transport HE Sun Chanthol has confirmed that the ministry has already completed negotiations with contractors for the Kratie-Kampong Thom bridge project, with construction scheduled to begin by the end of this year. HE Sun Chanthol made the remarks during a meeting with the Regional Technical Infrastructure and Integration Working Group […]
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Land Ministry urges developers to build disability-inclusive infrastructure
The Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction (MLMUPC) has urged developers to include infrastructure facilitating disabled people in their construction projects, aiming at creating equality and an inclusive society. In a letter dated 16 August, MLMUPC Minister HE Chea Sophara has instructed the responsible official to pay high attention to disability-inclusive infrastructure in […]
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US$160 million Morodok Techo Stadium 100% Complete, to Officially Handover in October
The construction of the Chinese-funded US$160 million Morodok Techo Stadium has finally been 100%, with a handover ceremony scheduled for October, according to the Cambodian SEA Games organizing Committee (CAMSOC)’s announcement on Thursday 19 August. CAMSOC Secretary-General Vath Chamroeun said that his body is now requesting the government to examine the possibility of holding a […]
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Smart Transport System to Pilot at New PP Airport, Satellite Cities, & Major NRs by 2023
Cambodia is cooperating with South Korea to develop a master plan for an Intelligent Transport System (ITS), with the first trial to be launched at the new Phnom Penh Airport, satellite cities around Phnom Penh, and some major national roads by 2023. This is according to a meeting between the Ministry of Public Works and […]
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Cambodia to Receive US$64 million in Economic Recovery Aid from Australia
The Australian Government has decided to provide Cambodia with AU$90 million (equivalent to US$64 million) economic recovery aid along with technical assistance for the next five years. This is according to a meeting between Minister of Economy and Finance HE Aun Porn Moniroth and Australian Ambassador to Cambodia Pablo Kang on Wednesday 18 August. The […]
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Construction on 800km/h Maglev Train in North China Starting Soon
An 800km/h maglev test line, for the world’s fastest ground vehicle, is scheduled to begin construction in North China’s Shanxi Province, as the preparation work is already complete. The test line is part of the laboratory work for the low-vacuum magnetic levitation high-speed train project which can run faster than airplanes, at a ground speed […]
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Five Reasons Why Gov’t Selects Mondulkiri as Kingdom’s Fourth Economic Pole
The Cambodian government recently approved the implementation of the Mondulkiri Tourism Development Master Plan for 2021-2035. Through this long-term vision, Mondulkiri province has been chosen as the kingdom’s fourth economic pole. According to the Prakas of the Ministry of Tourism, here are the reasons why: 1. Studies have shown that Mondulkiri has a high opportunity […]
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Gov’t to Issue New Regulations Strengthening Fire Protection in High-Rise Buildings
The Ministry of Interior is planning to issue new regulations strengthening fire protection management nationwide, especially for high-rise buildings and buildings with basements. According to an official meeting on Wednesday 18 August, the ministry is currently drafting the regulations, with the main objective of enhancing the working capacity of firefighter teams both on-duty and volunteer. […]
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Chinese & Local Firms Mull Building 200ha Factory Complex in Kampong Speu
Kampong Speu Provincial Governor HE Vy Samnang has confirmed that a group of local and Chinese companies are expressing interest in setting up a 200-hectare factory complex in Kampong Speu province. This project was mentioned during a recent meeting between representatives of investment companies and HE Vy Samnang. “The firms have already presented investment plan […]
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MoE Issues Guidelines on How to Address Impact Resettlement for Involuntary Cases
The Ministry of Environment (MoE) has established new guidelines for private developers on how to deal with resettlement for involuntary cases. The new guidelines were announced according to the official workshop held in late July. According to the 6-page guidelines, resettlement applies to people who may face the risk of leaving their homes, and/or involuntarily […]
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First 59kg of Gold Exported, Another 100kg Set for Shipment Soon
Cambodia has made the first shipment of 59kg of gold ore to Australia for purification with another 100kg to be sent a next shipment soon, a senior official confirmed on Wednesday 18 August. Director-General of Ministry of Mines and Energy HE Yos Monirath, said that after purification, Renaissance Minerals Cambodia Limited will sell the 99.99% […]
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