water infrastructure
EU Partners with Cambodia to Enhance Energy Efficiency with €6 Million Grant
In an important stride towards sustainable industrial development, the European Union has announced a €6 million grant aimed at boosting energy efficiency within Cambodia’s industrial sector. This initiative was revealed during a productive meeting between HE Hem Vandy, Cambodia’s Minister of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, and an EU delegation in Phnom Penh. The discussions […]
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Japan Partners with Cambodia to Enhance Water Supply and Environmental Monitoring
In a significant development for Cambodia, the Government of Japan has announced a grant exceeding 17 million USD to support two pivotal projects aimed at improving the country’s water supply system and establishing satellite measurement stations. The funding agreement was formalized during a signing ceremony for the Exchange of Letters held on March 25. This […]
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Cambodia Achieves Historic Milestone in Water Supply Management
The Phnom Penh Autonomous Water Supply Authority (PAPWSA) has made a significant advance in urban water management by digitally connecting raw water mains without interrupting the clean water supply in Koh Nora. This milestone was celebrated in a ceremony led by His Excellency Hem Vandy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, and His Excellency […]
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Chinese Shipbuilder Eyes Cambodian Market for Expansion
Shanghai Hantang Shipping Co., Ltd. (SHS), a prominent player in the Chinese shipbuilding industry, is set to explore new horizons by exporting ships from Shanghai to the Cambodian market. This strategic move was discussed during a high-level meeting at the company’s headquarters, led by His Excellency Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman […]
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Government Unveils 7 Key Measures to Combat Public Water Pollution
The Cambodian government has announced a strategy to combat public water pollution, detailing seven key measures to protect water resources. The new circular emphasizes the importance of water quality for citizens’ health and urges businesses and property developers to install automatic liquid waste discharge monitoring devices. Key measures include: Waste Treatment Systems: Factories must implement […]
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The Construction of Sewage System and Rainwater Pumping Station is Officially Ground Breaking in Kratie City
The construction of a vital sewerage system and rainwater pumping station, officially ground-breaking on 5th March in Kratie City, is backed by over USD 7 million in funding through the Asian Development Bank-supported Rabien 4 urban development project. H.E. Poo Manit, Deputy Director General of the Project at the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, […]
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Singapore’s AI-Driven Tuas Port: The World’s Largest Automated Trade Hub on the Horizon
Singapore is set to redefine global maritime trade with the development of Tuas Port, a fully automated, AI-powered logistics hub that will consolidate the city-state’s port operations into a single, record-breaking facility. The ambitious project is expected to boost Singapore’s cargo-handling capacity to an unparalleled 65 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) upon completion in the […]
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Gov’t Introduces Measures to Enhance Water Management in Cambodia’s Agriculture Sector
In a concerted effort to tackle the pressing challenges in water resources management, the Economic and Financial Policy Committee of Cambodia convened on March 5, 2025. The committee unveiled a comprehensive plan comprising three key measures aimed at improving water management within the country’s water and agriculture sectors. During the meeting, members deliberated on the […]
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Japan Invests Over USD 240K in Cambodia’s Clean Water Initiative
In a significant step towards enhancing access to clean water in Cambodia, the Japanese government has allocated over USD 240,000 for the development of a water supply system in the Kampong Khleang commune, located in Siem Reap province. This funding is part of the Kusanagi Grant Agreement, aimed at supporting Small-Scale Human Security Projects. The […]
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US$2.4-million Water Treatment Plant Breaks Ground in Kambol District
A new US$2.4 million water treatment plant, with a capacity of 5,000 cubic metres per day, has broken ground in Phnom Penh’s Kambol district. The groundbreaking ceremony was held on 3 March with HE Cham Prasidh, Senior Minister, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, presiding over the event. This Boeung Thom Water Treatment Plant […]
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