Phnom Penh’s New University of Health Sciences Hospital: A Vision for Modern Healthcare Begins Construction
In a landmark development for Cambodia’s healthcare sector, the construction of the University of Health Sciences Hospital has officially commenced, backed by a substantial USD 67 million loan from South Korea. The groundbreaking ceremony, led by PM Hun Manet on 10 December 2024, marks a pivotal moment in enhancing medical services within the nation. Strategically located along the scenic Phnom […]
Chinese Firm Proposes Oxygen Supply Systems and Nursing Homes in Cambodia
Henan Taiyi Medical Technology Co., Ltd., a prominent Chinese medical equipment manufacturer, has unveiled plans to collaborate with Cambodia’s Ministry of Health to install oxygen supply systems in public hospitals and establish nursing homes nationwide. The proposal, aimed at strengthening the country’s healthcare infrastructure, was discussed during a meeting on 18 November 2024 between His […]
USAID Grants USD 55 Million to Cambodia, Prioritising Food Security, Health & Environment
The United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has allocated over USD 55 million to strengthen Cambodia’s food security, environmental conservation, civil society, health, investment landscape, and demining efforts. This major funding package was detailed in a press release from USAID on 22 and 23 October 2024. Ms. Samantha Power, Director […]
Australia & Cambodia Unveil Advanced Food Quality Testing Service to Boost Agro-Food Safety
Australia, in collaboration with the Institut Pasteur du Cambodge, has officially launched a cutting-edge food quality testing laboratory in Cambodia, aiming to enhance food safety and market competitiveness for the country’s agro-food sector, according to a press release from the Australian Embassy on 16 October 2024. The new facility, which adheres to ISO standards for […]
Siem Reap Becomes Cambodia’s 10th Open Defecation-Free Province, Leading the Way for a Cleaner Future
Siem Reap has officially become Cambodia’s 10th province to achieve open defecation-free (ODF) status, a milestone announced on 26 September 2024. This accomplishment is part of a national effort to eradicate open defecation across the country, following in the footsteps of Svay Rieng, Prey Veng, Kandal, Kampong Speu, Kampong Chhnang, Kep, Sihanoukville, Kampong Cham, and […]
Cambodia Allocates Over USD 62m for Three New Buildings at Calmette Hospital to Boost Healthcare Capacity
Cambodia has committed over USD 62 million to construct three new buildings at Calmette Hospital in Phnom Penh, reinforcing the nation’s healthcare infrastructure. The groundbreaking ceremony for the project was presided over by PM Samdech Hun Manet on 16 September 2024. The project, which includes a 25-storey main building, a parking facility, and the Cyclotron […]