The Gov’t Temporarily Opens Morodok Techo Flyover’s First Floor Ahead of Khmer New Year 2025
To enhance urban mobility and alleviate traffic congestion in Phnom Penh, the Cambodian government has announced the temporary opening of the first floor of the highly anticipated Morodok Techo Flyover ahead of the Khmer New Year celebrations 2025. This development comes as part of efforts to facilitate smoother travel during the bustling Khmer New Year […]
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Cambodia Launches Innovative Digital Platform to Register Informal Economy Businesses
In a landmark move to support its informal economy, the Cambodian government, led by PM Hun Manet, officially launched a digital registration platform on 16 December 2024. This initiative aims to register informal economy businesses, providing them with formal recognition and support, while enhancing awareness of their contributions to the national and family economy. The […]
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Hong Kong and Macau Plan Electric Motorcycle Assembly Plant in Cambodia, Boosting Green Transport Future
Investors from Hong Kong and Macau, China, have announced plans to establish an electric motorcycle assembly plant in Cambodia, a move poised to accelerate the country’s transition to eco-friendly transportation. The ambitious project was unveiled during a meeting on 13 December 2024 between HE Chea Vuthy, Secretary General of the Cambodian Investment Committee, and Mr […]
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Cambodia Completes 271 Rural Road Projects in 2024, Enhancing Accessibility Across Remote Areas
The Cambodian government has announced the successful completion of 271 rural road projects in 2024, significantly boosting transportation accessibility for remote communities. The Ministry of Rural Development presented these achievements during a year-end meeting on 9 December 2024, highlighting the construction and improvement of approximately 940.71 kilometres of double-paved roads and outlining strategic plans for […]
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Groundbreaking Ceremony for Mekong Key City in Areyaksat Marks a New Era in Cambodian Urban Development
The Cambodian government has officially commenced construction on the ambitious Mekong Key City project, a transformative satellite city spanning over 200 hectares along the eastern bank of the Mekong River. The groundbreaking ceremony, held on 17 December 2024 and presided over by PM Hun Manet, signals the start of a development poised to redefine the […]
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Cambodia Faces Mounting Debt Challenges in the Real Estate Sector
The real estate sector in Cambodia is grappling with mounting financial concerns, as total housing debt nears USD 1 billion, according to insights shared during the recent roundtable discussion, The Debt Situation in Cambodia, organised by the Real Estate and Mortgage Regulatory Authority. Mr Chou Vannak, Director General of the authority, revealed that homebuyers owe […]
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Mekong River Bridge in Kratie Province Achieves 77% Completion, Set to Fully Operate by September 2025
The Mekong River Bridge project in Kratie Province has reached a major milestone, with 77.02% of the work completed as of December 2024. Spanning an impressive 1.761 kilometres with a width of 13.55 metres, this landmark infrastructure project is set to enhance regional connectivity and stimulate economic growth. The project also includes a 31.69-kilometre connecting […]
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Cambodia’s Public Debt Reaches USD11.78 Billion by Q3 2024
Cambodia’s public debt has reached USD 11.78 billion by the end of the third quarter in 2024. This debt comprises USD 11.67 billion in external debt (99%) and USD 115 million in domestic debt (1%), according to a recent report by Ministry of Economy and Finance. The external debt portfolio is diversified across multiple currencies, […]
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Expert: Dual-Pronged Strategy to Navigate Post-Pandemic Challenges in the ASEAN+3 Property Market
The ASEAN+3 property markets, encompassing ASEAN nations along with China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Korea, are grappling with declining prices and transaction volumes, compounded by financial constraints, surplus inventory, and at-risk developers. These challenges, exacerbated in the Plus-3 economies by stricter financial conditions and diminished buyer confidence, underscore the pressing need for stabilization measures in […]
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Kampong Cham Reaches 99% Completion in Landmark Land Registration Efforts
Kampong Cham province has achieved a monumental milestone in land registration, completing over 99% of the targeted work encompassing more than 90,000 land parcels. This progress was celebrated during a recent site inspection ahead of a ceremonial event on 9 December 2024, where residents will finally receive their long-awaited land titles, marking a transformative moment […]
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Borey Peng Huoth Launches The Star Platinum Eco Poli 2 with Modern Homes and Exclusive Offers
Borey Peng Huoth, a leader in Cambodia’s real estate market, has officially launched its latest development, The Star Platinum Eco Poli 2, on 13 December 2024, following a successful trial sale from 22 to 24 November. The project, spanning nearly 40 hectares in Chbar Ampov District, will feature approximately 500 contemporary homes. It is strategically […]
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Fifty Korean Companies to Invest in Cambodia’s Priority Sectors, Boosting Bilateral Economic Ties
In a landmark development for Cambodia’s economic landscape, fifty companies from the Korean Industrial Confederation (KIAF) have expressed their intention to invest in the country’s priority sectors. This announcement followed a high-level meeting between Cambodian PM Hun Manet and KIAF chairman Marn-Ki Jeong, held on 13 December 2024. The visit was part of a broader […]
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