Temporary Closure of Shipping Lanes for conducting the essential testing of Cambodia-Korea Friendship Bridge Construction
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) has temporarily closed certain shipping lanes on the Tonle Sap and Mekong rivers to conduct essential testing for the Cambodia-Korea Friendship Bridge construction site. This important infrastructure project will connect Phnom Penh with Kandal province. The study is expected to disrupt normal navigation in the affected areas. […]
Phnom Penh Autonomous Port Reported Significant Growth in 2024
In a remarkable showcase of economic activity, the Phnom Penh Autonomous Port (PPAP) has reported impressive financial and operational results for the year 2024. According to a press release dated January 14 and 16, 2025, the port generated a total revenue of $41,588,172, marking an increase of 21% compared to 2023. This achievement was fuelled […]
Banteay Meanchey Irrigation Development Project Exceeds 64% Completion
The Irrigation Development Project for Flood Reduction (IDFMP) in Banteay Meanchey province has made significant progress, achieving a completion rate of over 64%. The project is on track for completion by mid-2026, as reported by a working group from the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology on January 15, 2025. Progress highlights include: Restoration of […]
Emerging Green Journey: Cambodia’s Electric Vehicle Boom in 2024
In 2024, Cambodia experienced a remarkable increase in electric vehicle registrations, reaching a total of 2,253—a staggering 620% rise compared to 2023. HE Phorn Rim confirmed this, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport spokesman, on January 15, 2025. This substantial growth indicates a positive shift towards green transportation in Cambodia. HE Phorn Rim stated, […]
Progress Update on Kampong Thom Dam Project: 25% Completion Mark Achieved
Construction on the Kampong Kor Dam is progressing steadily, with 25% of the project now completed. HE Chan Sinath, Secretary of State, provided this update during an inspection of the project on 12 January 2025. During the inspection, HE Chan Sinath outlined the project’s current status, specifying that the dam’s construction has reached 10%, while […]
Rapid Progress of Riverbank Construction in Kampong Cham Achieves 65%
In a remarkable display of swift action and engineering prowess, the construction of a vital riverbank in the Srey Santhor district has surged ahead, reaching an impressive 65% completion in under a month. The project in Moan Dob Leu village, Meanchey commune, commenced on 23 December 2024, following the alarming collapse of the Mekong River […]