Thailand Eases Loan-to-Value Rules to 100%, to Jumpstart USD 486 Billion Debt-Laden Property Sector
Thailand’s central bank has announced a major relaxation of mortgage lending rules, raising the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio to 100% for all housing contracts beginning May 2025 through June 2026—an aggressive intervention aimed at reviving the nation’s sluggish real estate sector, which continues to reel from oversupply, weak demand, and soaring household debt, according to World. […]
Kampong Speu Province Completes Comprehensive Land Survey
The Government of Cambodia has officially announced the successful completion of a systematic land survey in Kampong Speu province, which has surveyed a total of 1,088,095 parcels of land. This significant milestone was celebrated during a ceremony chaired by His Excellency, Deputy Prime Minister Hun Many and His Excellency, Deputy Prime Minister Say Sam […]
Malaysia Bets on USD 250 Million Deal to Train 10K Semiconductor Specialists to Spark Homegrown Chip Design Revolution
Malaysia has sealed a landmark USD 250 million semiconductor partnership with UK-based Arm Holdings, granting the Southeast Asian nation access to Arm’s advanced intellectual property as it aims to shift from a manufacturing-based economy to a high-value design and innovation hub in the global chip supply chain. The agreement, formally signed on 5 March 2025 […]
Sihanoukville Boosts Economic Growth with Special Incentives for 18 Projects
In a strategic move to enhance economic growth, the Investment Promotion Team in Sihanoukville has announced special incentives for a total of 18 stalled and new projects, amounting to an impressive USD 205 million. This initiative was shared on the team’s official Facebook page, signalling a robust commitment to revitalising the region’s economy. Among the […]
Cambodia Gov’t Sets Tour Packages for Khnang Phsa Mountain
The Cambodian government, through the Ministry of Tourism, is set to introduce special tour packages aimed at boosting tourism at Khnang Phsa Mountain. Minister of Tourism HE Huot Hak announced this initiative during a recent visit to the tourist area in Kampong Speu province. Khnang Phsa Mountain, known for its stunning natural landscapes, connects […]
Ministry of Environment Launches National Road Clean-Up Campaign Across Cambodia
The Ministry of Environment has announced an extensive campaign aimed at cleaning up litter on 126 national roads across Cambodia. This initiative, named “National Roads Free of Garbage and Plastic Waste,” was officially launched by HE Eang Sophallet, Minister of Environment, as part of a broader effort to promote environmental responsibility among citizens. During […]