Construction Focus
Three Key Rural Roads Near Completion in Kampong Cham & Tbong Khmum
Three rural roads spanning over 40 kilometres in Kampong Cham and Tbong Khmum provinces are nearing full completion, with construction progress close to 100% as of 4 September 2024. The Ministry of Rural Development has overseen this crucial infrastructure project, which aims to enhance regional connectivity and promote agricultural trade. The first road, measuring 17.55km, […]
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Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport Received 900k Passengers, Expected to Hit 1.5 Million by Year-End
After nearly a year of operation, the Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport has welcomed approximately 900,000 passengers, with projections to reach 1.3 million by October and 1.5 million by the end of 2024. This milestone was announced during a working session between the Chairman of Angkor International Airport Investment (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. (AIAI), Lu Wei, and […]
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Cambodia Secures USD 2m in Special Funds from Mekong-Lanchang Cooperation for 2024 Development Projects
Cambodia has been granted a USD 2 million special fund from the 2024 Mekong-Lanchang Cooperation (MLC) to support the development of eight strategic projects, according to a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on 3 September 2024. These projects span critical sectors such as tourism, demining, agriculture, rural development, […]
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Stung Toch Drainage Rehabilitation Project in Kampong Speu Reaches 89% Completion
The rehabilitation of the Stung Toch drainage system in Kampong Speu province has achieved approximately 89% completion, as reported by the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology (MoWRM) on 1 September 2024. This significant project includes rehabilitating a 51-kilometre-long small river, with a mouth width of 100 metres and a 40-metre-high dam. The river stretches […]
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Cambodia Invests USD 200m to Complete 1,300-Km Border Road Construction
The Cambodian government has allocated USD 200 million to complete the construction of a 1,300-kilometre border road, connecting the nation to Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. The announcement was made by PM Samdech Hun Manet during a graduation ceremony in Phnom Penh on 5 August 2024, where he confirmed that the final plan had been signed […]
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Siem Reap Angkor Airport Investor Plans Major Investment in Renewable Energy Zone
Angkor International Airport Investment (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. (AIAI) has announced plans to invest in a special energy zone aimed at advancing Cambodia’s renewable energy sector. The project, in collaboration with Chinese firm Energy China YNPD, will include solar, wind, biomass, and power storage solutions. Mr. Wei Lu, Chairman of AIAI, discussed the initiative during a […]
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Battambang Authorities to Improve Infrastructure with Accessible Sidewalks and Bicycle Lanes for Disabled Citizens
The Battambang Provincial Administration has embarked on an infrastructure enhancement initiative aimed at making the city more accessible for citizens and tourists, particularly for those with disabilities. The plan includes the development of pedestrian walkways for the disabled, dedicated bicycle lanes, and the installation of solar-powered lights in public parks. This move is designed to […]
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Banteay Meanchey’s Thriving Industrial Sector Employs Nearly 30,000 Workers in 2,000 Businesses
Banteay Meanchey province has established industrial parks, special economic zones, and handicraft businesses with a total number of 2,000 collectively creating employment for nearly 30,000 people. According to HE Oum Rath, Governor of Banteay Meanchey, during a statement on 20 August 2024, the province is home to five special economic zones, of which three are […]
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Cambodian Government Officially Establishes Techo International Airport as Civil Aviation Secretariat
The Cambodian Government has officially designated Techo International Airport as a key department under the General Department of Operations & Services within the Secretariat of State for Civil Aviation, solidifying its role in overseeing the country’s aviation sector. This strategic decision was enacted through a sub-decree issued by Samdech Hun Manet on 28 August 2024, […]
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Hong Kong’s Fung Group Eyes Expansion in Cambodia’s Textile Industry, Exploring New Investment in SEZs
Fung Group, a prominent Hong Kong-based conglomerate, has expressed interest in expanding its investments into Cambodia’s textile and garment sectors, particularly within the country’s Special Economic Zones (SEZs). This intent was shared during a working meeting between HE Sun Chanthol, First Deputy Prime Minister and Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia […]
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