Gov’t Greenlights Seven Cutting-Edge Factories Injecting US$ 32.9M and 3,470 Jobs in Svay Rieng & SHV

The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), has sanctioned the registration of seven innovative companies set to establish factories with a combined investment of US$32.9 million. This strategic initiative is poised to generate a robust employment boost, creating 3,470 job opportunities for the local workforce in Svay Rieng and Sihanoukville, according to the publication […]

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Thailand to Invest US$27 Billion in 100km Flyover Linking Two Oceans

In a groundbreaking shift from the initial $27 billion Thai Canal Dredging project, the new Thailand government, led by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, is steering towards a colossal infrastructural endeavour. The transformative initiative involves the construction of a 100-kilometre flyover connecting the Pacific Ocean to the Indian Ocean at Kra Isthmus, abandoning the contentious Kra […]

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Hanoi Unveils Ambitious US$4.2bn Smart City Project Anchored by Vietnam’s Tallest Skyscraper

​In a landmark move to propel urban development, Hanoi unveiled a visionary smart city project in November, covering a sprawling 272-hectare expanse and entailing a colossal investment of US$4.2 billion. The focal point of this monumental undertaking is the Phuong Trach Tower, a striking 108-storey financial skyscraper, slated to be Vietnam’s tallest building. It is […]

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Koh Norea Aspires to New Heights with a Towering 555-Metre Landmark

In an audacious venture set to redefine Cambodia’s skyline, the Overseas Cambodia Investment Corporation (OCIC) unveils plans for a colossal building soaring over 500 metres in the Koh Norea development area. OCIC Deputy General Director, Touch Samnang, confirmed the project on 21 November, revealing that despite initial intentions, the pandemic had temporarily delayed its implementation. […]

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KOICA’s US$2M Grant for Svay Rieng Irrigation & Water Supply Study Project

The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has bestowed a generous grant of US$2 million for the realisation of a vital feasibility study project. The initiative, focusing on the implementation of the ‘Water Supply and Flood Reduction Measures Project in the Prek Neal Basin in Svay Rieng Province’, marks a collaborative effort between Cambodia’s Ministry of […]

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Six Factories Set to Transform Cambodian Industries in Four Provinces with US$32m Investment

The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has greenlit the registration of six companies. These enterprises are poised to construct state-of-the-art factories, injecting a collective investment of US$32.26 million into the thriving provinces of Kandal, Kampong Chhnang, Kampong Speu, and the bustling capital, Phnom Penh. The CDC announcement on 21 October 2023, signals a […]

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Road to Progress: Cambodia’s NR 5, Prek Kdam to Battambang, Officially Unveiled

NR No. 5, stretching from Prek Kdam to Battambang province, was ceremoniously inaugurated after an extensive 7-year construction period. The auspicious event was presided over by Samdech Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, on the morning of 22 November 2023. This transformative rehabilitation project spans a total length of 330 kilometres, traversing […]

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Cambodia’s Gold Refinery Shines with Production of 9 Tons

In a glittering testament to Cambodia’s growing prominence in the mining sector, the nation’s commercial gold refinery has proudly unveiled a remarkable achievement—yielding close to 8,979 kilograms of gold ore and contributing a substantial US$14.4 million in royalties as of 17 November. These impressive figures were disclosed by HE Keo Ratanak, Minister of Mines and […]

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KHMER ELECTRICAL POWER Embarks on US$447.5 Million Hydropower Venture in Koh Kong

The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has given the green light to a colossal initiative. The ambitious project entails the construction of two substantial hydropower plants, with an investment surpassing US$447.5 million, poised to reshape Koh Kong province’s energy landscape. Both hydropower endeavors fall under the stewardship of “KHMER ELECTRICAL POWER CO., LTD,” […]

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Phnom Penh’s Majestic US$84.5M Marriott International Hotel Hits the Ground Running

Phnom Penh is set to elevate its hospitality landscape with the grand inauguration of the Marriott International Hotel, a luxurious five-star haven nestled in the heart of the capital, with a staggering investment of US$84.5 million. This architectural marvel, spearheaded by KHOU TOWER CO., LTD, under the visionary leadership of Okhna Leang Hy, officially commenced […]

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