Cambodia’s Cashew Sector Flourishes with Over 580k Hectares of Plantations and 839k tons, a 36% increase, in 2024

Cambodia’s cashew industry has reached new heights, with more than 580,000 hectares of cashew plantations nationwide, yielding an average of 1.5 tons per hectare. This key development was highlighted by PM Samdech Hun Manet, who announced on 12 September 2024 that cashew farming is one of Cambodia’s strategic agricultural sectors. During the first seven months […]

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GGear Group Joins Forces with LG Electronics to Bring State-of-the-Art Smart Homes Technology to Cambodia

GGear Group has officially partnered with LG Electronics to introduce advanced LG ThinQ technology in Cambodia, showcasing the latest innovations in smart home solutions. The collaboration was highlighted during LG ThinQ Day, where LG’s newest smart home products and features were presented, transforming how Cambodians will interact with technology at home. The LG ThinQ App […]

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South Korea’s Mugungwha Trust Targets Investment in Cambodia’s Expanding Trust Sector

Mugungwha Trust Co., Ltd., a leading South Korean trust company, has announced plans to invest in Cambodia’s trust sector, aiming to contribute to the country’s economic growth and sector expansion. The company’s President, Mr. Oh Chang-seok, expressed this commitment during a meeting with Samdech Techo Hun Sen on 10 September 2024 in Seoul, Republic of […]

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Cambodia to Plant 30k Palm Trees Along Vietnam Border, Following Nearly 20k Already Planted

The Ministry of Environment is set to plant an additional 30,000 palm seedlings along the Cambodia-Vietnam border after successfully planting nearly 20,000 trees. This strategic initiative aims to bolster Cambodia’s national identity while delivering economic and environmental benefits. Minister of Environment, HE Dr Eang Sophalleth, confirmed that the trees would be distributed to local authorities […]

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Cambodia Earns Over USD 31m from Angkor, Koh Ker, and Boat Rides in 8 Months

In the first eight months of 2024, Cambodia generated an impressive USD 31,049,140 from ticket sales to the Angkor Archaeological Park, Koh Ker, and boat rides, according to a report from the Angkor Institute released on 1 September 2024. During this period, 651,857 foreign tourists visited Angkor, contributing USD 30,334,229 to the total revenue, marking […]

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Move In Now: Borey Peng Huoth’s The Star Monireah Project Offers Ready Homes on NR 6A

Borey Peng Huoth’s prestigious The Star Monireah project, located along NR 6A, just 6km from Chroy Changva Bridge, is now offering fully completed modern twin villas, ready for move-in within just seven days. These luxurious homes provide an exceptional living experience, featuring 100% completion for immediate occupancy. The twin villas, designed to evoke the elegance […]

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Gov’t Reforms Angkor Ticket Sales & Inspection to Enhance Tourist Convenience

The Cambodian government has announced six key reforms to streamline the sale and inspection of Angkor tickets, aiming to improve the overall experience for tourists visiting the Angkor Archaeological Park. This initiative includes the introduction of automated ticket vending machines near the temples, simplifying procedures for both domestic and international visitors. The decision was reached […]

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1,000 Mon Trees Gifted to Angkor Artisans to Revive Cambodia’s Silk Weaving Tradition

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) has handed over 1,000 Mon trees to Angkor Artisans in Puok district, Siem Reap province, to support the revival and development of traditional Khmer silk weaving handicrafts. This handover ceremony, held on 29 August 2024 and presided over by HE Minister Dith Tina, aims to rejuvenate the […]

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Phnom Penh Autonomous Port Sees Significant Growth with Over 250 TEUs, 14% Increase, in First Half of 2024

In the first seven months of 2024, Phnom Penh Autonomous Port (PPAP) reported a notable increase in activity, handling over 250,000 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) of containers, reflecting a 14.94% rise compared to the same period in 2023. This surge in volume underscores the port’s growing importance in regional trade, according to the data released […]

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Gov’t Establishes Kampong Som Municipality by Reallocating Five Communes from Prey Nob District

The Cambodian government has announced the formation of Kampong Som Municipality in Sihanoukville province by reassigning five communes from Prey Nob district, including Ream, Bit Trang, O’Oknha Heng, Boeung Ta Prohm, and O’Chrov. This significant administrative change was formalised through a sub-decree issued on 28 August 2024. Prime Minister Hun Manet declared that the newly […]

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