Ministry of Land Management Urges Construction Sector Modernization to Drive Economic Flow and Elevate Living Standards

• Proeksa Meas
• 25 September 2026
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Ministry leadership highlights strict enforcement of the Law on Construction, master planning, and technical certification systems to safeguard urban safety and improve residents’ quality of life

Phnom Penh: Modernizing the construction and real estate sector remains a critical pillar for sustaining national economic growth and elevating living conditions across Cambodia. On September 10, 2026, the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction hosted an awareness-raising workshop focused on the Law on Construction and the official construction inspection and certification system. The workshop brought together government leaders, industry professionals, and technical experts to align national construction practices with strict statutory standards.

Addressing the assembly, leadership from the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction emphasized that Cambodia’s construction sector must continuously strengthen its standards and transform into an industry capable of generating direct cash flow and economic benefits for citizens. Ministry officials highlighted that urban growth must look beyond physical building metrics, urging developers and technical experts to place maximum focus on comprehensive master planning, specialized engineering standards, and the overall quality of life for building occupants.

The seminar detailed the mechanisms governing the nation’s construction inspection and certification system. By enforcing rigorous technical verification prior to, during, and after construction, the ministry aims to ensure that all structural projects comply fully with active legal codes, structural integrity benchmarks, and public safety mandates. Strengthening this regulatory ecosystem safeguards building inhabitants while building investor confidence across the real estate market.

Concisely, framing the construction sector as a driver of economic income while enforcing technical certification systems marks an essential step toward modernizing Cambodia’s urban infrastructure. Prioritizing spatial master plans and human-centered design ensures that future development protects public safety, boosts economic activity, and delivers resilient, high-quality living environments for urban communities nationwide.

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