Korea-Backed USD 114 Million New Koh Kong Bridge Project Moves Forward with Feasibility Study
Five major Korean investment firms are currently conducting a feasibility study on the ambitious Koh Kong Bridge and National Road 48 upgrade project, which carries an estimated cost of USD 114 million. The project is expected to enhance connectivity between Khmer Rouge City and Cambodia’s western border, significantly improving transport infrastructure in the region. This […]
Progress Accelerates on Cambodia-Korea Friendship Bridge Construction
The government is speeding up the construction of the Cambodia-Korea Friendship Bridge, with active site preparations underway. The Ministry of Public Works and Transport has directed technical teams from the Electricity of Cambodia and Yooshin Joint Venture to enhance their engineering and technical studies to prevent power outages during construction. On 25 February 2025, Undersecretary […]
Progress on the National Road 48 Improvement Project
As of 25 February 2025, the restoration and upgrade of National Road 48, stretching 148 kilometres from Sre Ambel to Koh Kong, has reached an impressive completion rate of 88.45%. The project, which aims to enhance the road’s quality to boost transportation, logistics, and tourism along this vital economic corridor, is on track for completion […]
Ministry of Public Works and UN Unite to Halve Road Traffic Accidents in Cambodia by 2030
In a significant effort to improve road safety, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport of Cambodia has partnered with the United Nations (UN) to achieve an ambitious goal: reducing road traffic fatalities and injuries by 50% by the year 2030. This partnership was formalised during a high-level meeting between HE Peng Purna, Minister of […]
Cambodian Government Collaborates with Private Companies to Strengthen Railway Infrastructure
The Royal Government of Cambodia, through the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, has decided to sign a Framework Agreement with Royal Railway PLC (RRPLC) to jointly enhance and develop Cambodia’s railway system. The signing ceremony took place on February 13, 2025, with Mr Peng Po Nea, Minister of Public Works and Transport, and Oknha […]
Philippines Eyes Cambodian Partnerships for Infrastructure Boom
In a significant move towards enhancing infrastructure development, San Miguel Corporation, one of the Philippines’ largest conglomerates, is actively seeking partnerships with Cambodian firms. This initiative was highlighted during a meeting between Philippine Prime Minister Hun Manet and San Miguel Corporation Chairman and CEO Ramon S. Ang on 10 February 2025. San Miguel Corporation, renowned […]