Projects Development
China-backed Dara Sakor Airport to Test First Flight Before March 2021
The controversial China-backed Dara Sakor Aiport in Koh Kong will run its first test flights before March 31, 2021, as construction is approaching completion, according to Minister of the Secretariat of Civil Aviation HE Mao Havanna during an official inspection from 10-12 October. During the inspection, the technical team reviewed the report from the Union […]
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Japan Providing US$35million Grant Aid to Repair Seven Bridges in Prey Veng and Kratie
The Japanese government is currently providing approximately US$35 million in grant aid to restore seven bridges in Prey Veng and Kratie provinces which under the risk of flooding. Senior Minister of Public Works and Transport HE Sun Chanthol mentioned this during the handover ceremony of road construction machinery on the morning of 12 October. (Read […]
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Japan Funds US$1 billion for Infrastructure Development in Cambodia
Japan provided at least US$1 billion in funds, including grant aid and loans for Cambodia infrastructure development, according to the Minister of Public Works and Transport (MPWT). Minister of Public Works and Transport HE Sun Chanthol stated the figure during the handover ceremony of 15 pieces of construction machinery as grant aid from Japan on […]
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China to Fund Three More Major Infrastructure Developments in Cambodia
China is planning to sign more agreements funding at least three major infrastructure development projects in Cambodia, including installing submarine optic cables, restoring NR 71C, and the improving rural power transmission line phase 7. The Chinese government stated the intention during an official meeting between Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister HE Hor Namhong and Councilor and […]
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Part of the Controversial Dara Sakor Project Officially Launched
Despite sanction from the United States, part of the multi-billion-dollar Dara Sakor Project Stardeam Lake Tourism Town in Koh Kong has officially opened for sale. The official sale opening ceremony was held on 09 October with the presence of Koh Kong provincial governor Mithona Phouthorng and representatives from Union Development Group (UDG). Governor Mithona emphasised […]
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Construction of Phnom Penh-Sihanoukville Expressway 26% complete
As of the end of September, the construction of Phnom Penh-Sihanoukville Expressway was 26% complete, while the whole project is set to finish by 2023. Ministry of Public Works and Transport spokesman Heang Sotheayuth told National Radio of Cambodia on 09 October that the construction of this way expressway is over 26% complete, and the […]
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Chinese Firm Finishes Phnom Penh-Bavet Railway Feasibility Study
The assigned Chinese firm has recently finished the feasibility study of the railway project connecting Phnom Penh to the Vietnam border Bavet City, according to a senior official of the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT). Ministry spokesman HE Vasim Sorya said on 06 October that the railway project is part of the development […]
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Government Gives Green Light to Tourism Port Project in Kandal Province
Prime Minister Hun Sen has encouraged Prince Real Estate Group to invest in a tourism port on the site of the newly opened entertainment centre Prince Manor in Kien Svay District to promote tourism. “Prince Manor has also invested in an attractive area which also contributes to Cambodia’s tourism sector as well as agriculture. I […]
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Government to Upgrade Three National Roads in Kampot
The Cambodian government has recently revealed plans to upgrade three national roads in Kampot province, including NR41, NR31, and NR33. The three projects are currently awaiting approval from the Ministry of Economy and Finance. Prime Ministry Hun Sen made the statement during the grand opening ceremony of Prince Manor on October 7. (Read more) “Yesterday […]
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PM Hun Sen to Break Ground on Koh Norea Bridge Project on 26 October
Prime Minister Samdech Hun Sen will break ground on the construction of a cable-stayed bridge connecting Koh Pich to Koh Norea in late October, according to his speech during the grand opening ceremony of Prince Manor on the morning of 07 October. “On 26 October, I will break-ground on another construction site, a concrete bridge […]
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