Construction Focus
Cambodia, Korea signed an MOU to do a feasibility study on the establishment of the SEZ in Cambodia
Cambodia and Korea have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to study the possibility of establishing a Cambodia-Korea Special Economic Zone in a specific sector aimed at attracting more Korean investors to Cambodia. The Memorandum of Understanding on Investment Cooperation was signed by the Council for the Development of Cambodia and the Ministry of Commerce, […]
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Kampong Speu Irrigation Projects Nearing Completion: Roleang Chrey Canal at 60%, Tasal Reservoir at 90%
Significant progress has been made on critical irrigation projects in Kampong Speu province, according to an inspection visit by H.E. Bun Hean, Secretary of State and Chairman of the Project Inspection Unit of the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology, on 15 May 2024. The rehabilitation of the Tasal Reservoir and the North Roleang Chrey […]
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CDC encourages Chinese firms to invest in domestic raw material production, aiming to boost self-sufficiency in Cambodia
In a bid to reduce reliance on imports, Cambodia’s Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) is actively courting Chinese investment in domestic raw material production, according to a meeting held on 15 May 2024. Secretary General of the Board of Investment of Cambodia, HE Chea Vuthy, met with a delegation from China’s Zhejiang Construction […]
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Cambodia Gears Up for Greener Future with Smart Climate Tech Supported by GGGI
In a significant step towards sustainable development, Cambodia’s Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on utilizing smart climate technology for wastewater management and green transportation initiatives, according to the signing ceremony between HE Peng Po, Minister of Public Works […]
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Australia Pours US$6.6 Million into Cambodia’s Water Development Fund
In a significant move to bolster Cambodia’s water infrastructure and management capabilities, Australia has pledged AUD10 million (US$6.6 million) to establish a dedicated water development fund, according to a meeting held on 13 May 2024 between Mr. Hem Vandy, Cambodia’s Minister of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, and Mr. Pablo Kang, Chargé d’Affaires of the […]
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Experts from Well-known Chinese University to Boost Cambodia Rice-Fish Farming
Aiming to bolster rice-fish and rice-shrimp farming in Cambodia, a research team from Shanghai Ocean University concluded an investigative and training visit to the country, contributing to the development of the Fish and Rice Corridor between China and Cambodia, as reported by China Daily on 13 May 2024. “Cambodia boasts a rice cultivation area of […]
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Cambodia Partners with Global Institutions to Pioneer Energy-Efficient Building Designs
In a bid to reduce GHG and combat global warming, Cambodia is collaborating with international experts to develop building strategies that minimize the use of air conditioning systems. This initiative, reported by Radio National of Cambodia on 14 May 2024, involves key ministries and institutions in Cambodia working closely with international organizations. The Ministry of […]
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Korean Firm to Transform Waste into 24 Megawatts of Electricity Daily in Cambodia
Korean company HYUCKJIN ENERGY PLANT ENGINEERING plans to deploy its cutting-edge technology to convert waste into electricity in Cambodia, aiming to generate at least 24 megawatts of power daily from 100 tons of waste. This initiative was discussed during a meeting between HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council […]
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MinebeaMitsumi to Invest Over US$320 Million in Expanding Operations in Cambodia and Thailand
Japanese electronics supplier MinebeaMitsumi has announced plans to invest 50 billion yen (US$321 million) to build a new factory in Cambodia and expand a solar power plant in Thailand. This report was published by NIKKEI ASIA on 10 May 2024. MinebeaMitsumi will allocate 32 billion yen (over US$205 million) to construct a new factory in […]
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China Commits Up to US$100 Million for Advanced Water Purification in Cambodia
Hainan Litree Purifying Technology Co., Ltd. from China has announced plans to invest between US$50-100 million in Cambodia’s water sector over the next three to five years, focusing on water purification products using UF membrane technology. This announcement was made during a meeting between Dr. Cai Yunlong, CEO of Hainan Litree Purifying Technology Co., Ltd., […]
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