Ministry of Public Works and JICA Inspect Progress on National Road 5 Upgrade to Ensure Quality and Safety

• Proeksa Meas
• 23 September 2026
• Construction Focus
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Public Works Minister Peng Ponea orders strict technical oversight on the Serei Saophoan-Poipet section, prioritizing vehicle weigh station installation and advanced traffic safety equipment

Ensuring construction quality, infrastructure longevity, and road safety remains a paramount priority for the Royal Government of Cambodia as it upgrades key economic transit corridors across the Kingdom. On September 10, 2026, Minister of Public Works and Transport Peng Ponea directed technical teams to conduct strict field inspections and provide decisive guidance regarding the National Road 5 Improvement Project connecting Prek Kdam to Poipet.

Under the minister’s direct instructions, a joint technical team from the Ministry of Public Works and Transport worked in close coordination with officials from the Ministry of Economy and Finance and representatives from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The joint delegation inspected active construction sites along the Serei Saophoan to Poipet stretch, focusing on the development of vehicle weigh stations and the installation of comprehensive traffic safety fixtures. Monthly progress reviews indicate that construction remains highly active, with ongoing enhancements including the installation of anti-glare screens and reflective road markings to improve nighttime driving safety.

During the inspection cycle, the minister issued a public appeal urging all road users and drivers to exercise high responsibility by obeying traffic laws and paying close attention to temporary warning signage placed throughout active construction zones.

In conclusion, the direct technical inspections and strict guidelines issued for the National Road 5 Improvement Project demonstrate the government’s commitment to delivering durable and safe infrastructure. Rigorous oversight on weigh station construction alongside the deployment of modern road safety features will protect the highway from premature deterioration, reduce traffic accidents, and support long-term economic trade along this vital artery. (read more)

• MPWT
• JICA
• road and bridge
• Road improvement
• National Road 5