Lao Gov’t Approves New 63 km Expressway Section from Oudomxay to Chinese Border
The Lao government has given the green light for the construction of the fourth section of an expressway, enhancing transport connectivity between Laos and China. This newly approved segment will span 63 kilometres, linking Oudomxay province to Boten in Luang Namtha province, a key border area with China, according to a report by Pasaxon on […]
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Vietnam Expands 400MW of Electricity Supply to Cambodia: Pledging More Cooperation
Vietnam has announced a significant increase in its electricity supply to Cambodia, pledging up to 400 megawatts to support the nation’s economic growth. This commitment follows a recent meeting between Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of Cambodia, and HE Pham Minh Chinh, Prime Minister of Vietnam, held in Hanoi on 25 July […]
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Royal Railway Cambodia Successfully Tests New Train Lines for Phnom Penh-Poipet Route
Royal Railway Cambodia has successfully conducted a test run of four Kiha183-182 train lines on the Northern Railway from Phnom Penh to Poipet, signalling a major step towards resuming passenger services. The test, conducted on 25 July 2024, aimed to evaluate the railway’s readiness for passenger operations following a long suspension due to the COVID-19 […]
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In 30 Years, Halo Trust Clears Over 500 Square Kilometres of Cambodian Minefields
Since 1991, Halo Trust has cleared 511 square kilometres of minefields in Cambodia, significantly contributing to the country’s demining efforts. This milestone was highlighted during a meeting between HE Senior Minister Ly Thuch and Mr Miles Hawthorn, Director of Halo Trust in Cambodia, on 25 July 2024. During the meeting, HE Senior Minister Ly Thuch […]
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Cambodia Welcomes Over 380,000 Chinese Tourists in H1 2024, Ranks Third After Thailand & Vietnam
Cambodia welcomed 389,360 Chinese tourists in the first half of 2024, marking a significant 45.2% increase from the 268,130 visitors recorded in the same period last year. Chinese tourists accounted for 12.3% of Cambodia’s total foreign visitors, which numbered approximately 3.16 million. This surge places China as the third largest source of tourists to Cambodia, […]
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Cambodia Sees 60% Surge in Agricultural Exports in First Half of 2024
In the first six months of 2024, Cambodia exported over 6 million tons of agricultural products, marking a nearly 60% increase compared to the same period in 2023, according to a recent report from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries. This significant growth reflects an unprecedented increase in agricultural exports over the last five […]
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Immediate Move-In with Attractive Pricing at Borey Peng Huoth The Star Mera Garden
Borey Peng Huoth The Star Mera Garden (50m) offers a diverse range of housing options, including hybrid villas, shophouses, twin villas, and single villas, with units both under construction and fully completed. Among these, the completed twin villas stand out, available for immediate purchase and occupancy at highly competitive prices. Highlighted Properties: Twin Villa, House […]
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Surge in Foreign Investment Bolsters Vietnam’s Real Estate Market
Vietnam’s property market is witnessing a significant surge in foreign investment, fuelled by favourable economic conditions, legal reforms, and strategic infrastructure development. In the first five months of 2024, foreign investors poured nearly US$1.98 billion into the property sector, marking a 70% year-on-year increase, according to VnExpress International. This influx of capital underscores the growing […]
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Cambodia Connects Over 1.3 Million Households to Clean Water Network by Mid-2024
By the first half of 2024, the Cambodian government has successfully connected the water supply network to more than 1.3 million households, out of a total of 3.555 million houses across the country. This achievement, assuming one connection per house, marks a significant milestone in Cambodia’s infrastructure development, according to Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology […]
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Indonesia Implements Cloud Planting Techniques to Mitigate Rain Impact on New Capital Construction
Indonesia is employing climate modification techniques known as cloud seeding to reduce heavy rains that have impeded the construction of its future capital, Nusantara. The new city, set to open on 17 August 2024, aims to alleviate issues faced by the current capital, including heavy traffic congestion and potential flooding, according to Business Times on […]
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Gov’t Plants 4,500 Palm Trees Along Cambodia-Vietnam Border to Promote ‘Annual 9 July Planting Day’
Kampot provincial authorities have planted 4,500 palm trees along a 3-kilometre stretch of the Cambodia-Vietnam border road in Koh Veng, Koh Chamkar village, Boeung Sala Khang Tbong commune, Kampong Trach district. This initiative took place on 21 July 2024 to celebrate the “Planting Day”, held annually on 9 July to enhance historical significance and promote […]
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Cambodia National Bank Reports Loan Disbursement to Real Estate & Construction Continues to Surge
Loan disbursement from banking institutions to the construction and real estate sectors continues to grow significantly, with the sectors projected to see slow growth in 2024. As of the first half of 2024, loans to real estate trading activities reached US$5,996 million, accounting for 11.3% of the total outstanding loan amount of US$52.8 billion. This […]
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