Cambodian PM announces development of four provinces despite Cambodia’s withdrawal from CLV-DTA
The Prime Minister of Cambodia, Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, has confirmed that the development plans for four provinces in Cambodia’s northeastern region will proceed as planned, despite Cambodia’s decision to withdraw from the Cambodia-Laos-Vietnam Triangle Development Cooperation (CLV-DTA). The announcement was made in a special voice message on September 23, 2024. Prime Minister Hun Manet […]
Minebea Breaks Ground on USD200 Million Factory in Pursat SEZ
Japanese electronics giant Minebea officially commenced construction of its USD200 million factory on a 50-hectare site within the Krakor Special Economic Zone, Pursat province on 20 September 2024 by His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol, First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, along with His Excellency Keo Rattanak, Minister of […]
Final 35 km Section of NR No. 5, Valued at Over USD 52 Million, Reaches 25% Completion
The final section of Cambodia’s NR No. 5, spanning 35.14 km between Serey Sophorn and Poipet, has reached 25% completion as of early September 2024, according to Ministry of Public Works and Transport, 18 September 2024. With a project cost of USD 52.56 million, funded by the Government of Cambodia and Japan’s Credit Assistance, the […]
Hong Kong International Airport Surpasses Changi to Become Asia’s Leading Hub in 2024
Hong Kong International Airport has overtaken Singapore’s Changi Airport to claim the prestigious title of “Asia’s Leading Airport” at the 2024 World Tourism Awards, according to Seasia, 9 September 2024. This marks a significant milestone, as Changi Airport had held this top position for several consecutive years before the pandemic. The win highlights Hong Kong’s […]
Japan Eyes Major Investment in Battambang, With Advanced Technology Capable of Converting 1 Tone of Waste to 700 Liter of Oil
Sougo Tatemono Service Inc. from Japan has expressed a strong interest in transforming Battambang province’s plastic waste into fuel oil, showcasing a breakthrough technology capable of converting 1 ton of pure plastic into 600 to 700 litres of oil. The company’s representatives introduced this technology in a meeting with Battambang’s Governor, HE Sok Loo, and […]
Cambodia and South Korea Strengthen Partnership to Accelerate Rural Development Through New Village Movement
On 12 September 2024, Cambodia and South Korea solidified their commitment to enhancing rural development in Cambodia through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the New Village Movement project. The MoU, signed between Kyungsangbukdo Province of South Korea and Cambodia’s Asian Cultural Council, highlights a renewed focus on boosting rural infrastructure, promoting […]