Construction Begins on Quảng Trị’s US$580m Deep-water Port After 4-Year Delay

Construction of the long-awaited Mỹ Thủy deep-water port project in Quảng Trị Southeast Economic Zone finally commenced on Monday, following a four-year delay, according to Vietnamnews on 26 March 2024. Approved by the Prime Minister on 4 January 2019, with a total investment of VNĐ14.2 trillion (US$580 million), this project is of paramount importance to […]

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Manhattan SEZ to Expand Operations in Svay Rieng Province

In a significant move aimed at bolstering economic development in Cambodia, Manhattan Special Economic Zone (SEZ) has announced plans for further expansion in Bavet city, Svay Rieng province, in collaboration with Singapore’s SJ Group. The announcement came following a high-level meeting between HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and first Vice President of CDC, Mr. […]

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Malaysia’s KSI Strategic Institute Proposes ASEAN Economic Club and Investment Events in Cambodia

Malaysia’s KSI Strategic Institute, led by the institute’s president Tan Sri Michel Yao, has unveiled plans to establish the ASEAN Economic Club and explore investment opportunities in Cambodia. This announcement follows a meeting between Samdech PM Hun Manet and Mr. Tan Sri Michel Yao on 8 April 2024. During the discussion, Mr. Tan Sri Yao […]

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CHN ENERGY Plans US$1bn Investment in Renewable Energy Projects in Cambodia

China’s leading energy company, CHN ENERGY, has unveiled plans to invest a staggering US$1 billion in the development of renewable energy projects in Cambodia. The announcement came following a productive meeting between HE Suon Sophal, Deputy Secretary General of Cambodia’s Investment Committee, and Mr. I Seang, a representative of CHN ENERGY Enterprise, on 8 April […]

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Siem Reap’s Old Airport Set to Transform into Entertainment Hub by AIAI

Siem Reap Angkor International Airport Investment Company (AIAI) has unveiled plans to revitalise the former Siem Reap International Airport into a vibrant entertainment hub within the province. HE Sin Chanserevutha, spokesperson for the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation, announced on 5 March that AIAI has secured the rights to oversee the development of the old […]

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Cambodia’s First Quarter Sees Surge in Investment: US$2.2bn Infusion

In a dynamic start to 2024, Cambodia’s investment landscape has witnessed a significant boost, with the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) greenlighting 106 new projects and production expansions. These ventures boast a colossal investment sum of US$2.2 billion, promising over 170,000 employment opportunities. This pivotal development was disclosed in a press release by […]

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Kratie & Stoeng Treng Welcome New Landfills Valued at Nearly US$10m

In a significant move to enhance hygiene and well-being, Kratie city in Kratie province and Stoeng Treng city in Stung Treng province have officially inaugurated two state-of-the-art landfills, collectively valued at nearly US$10 million. The momentous occasion took place during the official opening ceremony presided over by HE Peng Po, Minister of Public Works and […]

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More than 20 Thai Firms Explores Investment Opportunities in Kratie Province

More than 20 Thai companies, led by the Thai Embassy in Cambodia, are actively seeking business and investment prospects in Kratie province. This initiative aims to bolster trade volumes and foster economic collaboration between Cambodia and Thailand, particularly within the new economic zone linking both nations. The visit, headed by HE Chheut Kiet, Ambassador of […]

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Battambang Province Flourishes with Over 700 Enterprises, Generating 150,000 Jobs

Battambang province boasts a thriving economic landscape, with more than 700 enterprises and 17 factories contributing to the employment of nearly 150,000 individuals as of the first quarter of 2024, according to official data reported by AKP Battambang on 29 March 2024, the province’s economic vitality is underscored by its diverse industrial sectors, including agricultural […]

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Kampong Cham Province Plans Construction of Tourism Standard Port

The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT), in collaboration with the Kampong Cham Provincial Administration, conducted an inspection and evaluation of a potential site along the riverbank in Kampong Cham city for the development of a tourism port. Led by HE Kim Sann, Under-Secretary of State of the MPWT, and Mr Heng Vanny, Deputy […]

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