Construction Focus
Gov’t Built Mondulkiri Bypass Road in Just Seven Days
In an extraordinary display of efficiency and dedication, the Mondulkiri Provincial Administration has completed the construction of a vital bypass road spanning 1,000 meters in an astonishingly short time frame of seven days. This strategic intervention comes in response to the collapse of National Road 76 on 1 August 2023 and is set to restore […]
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Vietnam Set to Launch Second Metro Line in 2023, Underground Line Section Extended to 2027
As Vietnam’s capital city looks towards a greener, more efficient future, the eagerly anticipated Nhon – Hanoi Station metro line promises to be a game-changer in urban transport. The elevated section of this revolutionary underground railway line is set to commence operations in 2023, a significant step towards easing traffic congestion and reducing emissions in […]
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MoT & Samra Seaplane Forge Dynamic Partnership to Propel Cambodian Air Transport Services & Tourism
The Ministry of Tourism has embarked on a transformative collaboration with Samra Seaplane. This ambitious partnership, unveiled during a pivotal meeting on 1 August 2023, between HE Chuk Chumnor, Director General of Tourism Development and International Cooperation at the Ministry of Tourism, and Mr Dennis Keller, the visionary CEO of Samra Seaplane, in a joint […]
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Powering Progress: Industry Sector Set to Drive 39% of Cambodia’s GDP Growth in 2023
Cambodia’s industrial prowess continues to surge, poised to shape the nation’s economic landscape with a forecast of contributing 39% to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2023, a notable increment from the 38% registered in the preceding year. The industry sector’s ascending trajectory was underscored by HE Heng Sokkung, the Secretary of State and spokesperson […]
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Unveiling the Splendour: Kesor Kol Conservation Centre at Phnom Kulen Inaugurated
The 10-hectare Kesor Kol Guest House and infrastructure in Preah Jayavarman Phnom Kulen National Park have been officially inaugurated. The ceremonial inauguration, held on 2 August 2023, was presided over by HE Say Sam Al, Minister of Environment, signalling a resounding dedication to fostering sustainable conservation and ecological research. Nestled across a sprawling expanse of […]
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ADB Catalyses Cambodia’s Skill Renaissance with US$100m Investment in Industrial & Technological Expertise
In a significant stride towards Cambodia’s future workforce empowerment, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has confirmed a commitment to a US$100 million loan. The strategic infusion is poised to reshape Cambodia’s economic trajectory, propelling it towards a vibrant landscape of industry and technology, underpinned by an enriched and skilled labour force. In an official press […]
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Chinese Chamber of Commerce Promises to Bring Over 40 Chinese Investors to Cambodia in August
Cambodia’s investment landscape is on the brink of a transformative surge as Boris Xue, President of the Ningbo Chamber of Commerce in China, has pledged to spearhead the arrival of over 40 prominent Chinese companies to Cambodia by mid-August. In a landmark meeting held on 2 August 2023 with HE Chea Vuthy, Deputy Secretary General […]
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Samdech Techo Inaugurates Ring Road 3, Now Completed at Whopping US$464m
The highly anticipated inauguration of Ring Road 3, a testament to connectivity and progress, was celebrated under the leadership of Samdech Hun Sen, PM of Cambodia on 3 August 2023. Symbolising a beacon of sustainable development, the grand inauguration of Ring Road 3, after a colossal investment of US$464 million, resonated as a triumph of […]
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Cambodia Achieves Successful Bond Issuance of US$27 Million in H1-2023, Equal to 13.5% of Plan
The Cambodian government has successfully issued bonds worth a total of US$27 million in the first half of 2023. This remarkable achievement signifies a substantial step towards the realisation of the planned US$200 million issuance, according to the release of the Ministry of Information on 31 July 2023. The Ministry of Information’s release on 31 […]
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Transformative Mekong River Bridge Project in Kratie Province Gains Momentum, Reaches 15% Completion
A large infrastructure project is swiftly shaping the landscape of Kratie province as the construction of a pivotal bridge across the Mekong River marks a significant milestone, achieving an impressive 15% completion rate as of July 2023. The project progress, overseen with a visit by the Kratie Provincial Department of Public Works and Transport in […]
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