Floods Ravage Over 10,000 Hectares of Rice Fields Across Cambodia in Just 10 Days
In the ten days from 18 September to 27 September 2024, severe flooding has devastated over 10,000 hectares of rice fields across seven provinces in Cambodia. The floods wreaked havoc in Kratie, Stung Treng, Mondulkiri, Tbong Khmum, Kampong Cham, Kampong Thom, and Siem Reap, impacting the livelihoods of thousands. This information was confirmed by Lok Chumteav Im Rachana, Undersecretary of State a...
Read MoreCambodia Partners with Switzerland to Integrate Blockchain Technology in Smart City Project
Cambodia’s Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation has joined forces with the Swiss-based DFINITY Foundation to advance the use of Blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) in the nation’s smart city projects. This partnership, formalized through a letter of intent signed at Singapore Blockchain Technology Week on 19 September 2024, aims to revolutionize Cambodia’s technology...
Read MoreCambodia Achieves First Airborne Export of Cashew Nuts to China’s Henan Market
In a milestone for Cambodia’s agricultural sector, the country successfully exported 2 tons of premium cashew nuts by air to Henan province, China, marking its first-ever cashew shipment to this key Chinese market. The initial consignment, exported on 22 September 2024, resulted from intensive cooperation between Cambodian and Chinese officials following meetings in July and August this year aimed...
Read MoreCambodia Partners with US Firm to Build Organic Bran Processing Plant to Boost Exports
Cambodia’s Amru Rice and US-based Stabil Nutrition, LLC have signed a major Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly invest in the development of an organic bran processing plant in Cambodia. The state-of-the-art facility will be equipped with cutting-edge American machinery and technology, significantly enhancing Cambodia’s capacity for organic rice processing. This landmark agreement was ...
Read MoreCambodia Unveils National Customs School as the Newest Asia-Pacific Training Hub
Cambodia has officially launched its National Customs School as the 11th Asia-Pacific Training Center of the World Customs Organization (WCO), marking a major milestone in the country’s role in international customs training and cooperation. The inauguration ceremony was presided over by HE Dr Aun Porn Moniroth, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance, with distinguished guest...
Read MoreCambodia & Korea Sign Contract to Fast-Track USD 235m Areyaksat Bridge Construction by Mid-2025
Cambodia and Korea have sealed a comprehensive contract to expedite the construction of the Cambodia-Korea Friendship Bridge, with work slated to begin by the end of the first half of 2025. The contract, signed on 25 September 2024, details the technical collaboration between the Ministry of Public Works and Transport and Korea's Yooshin Engineering Corporation. (Read more) The agreement is exp...
Read MoreSiem Reap Launches Community Tourism Project in Wat Bo Village, Ranked 3rd Most Scenic Village Globally
Siem Reap authorities have launched a new community-based tourism initiative in Wat Bo village, marking the village’s global recognition as the third most beautiful in the world. This project, aimed at bolstering local tourism, was inaugurated on 20 September 2024 by Mr Yun Linne, Deputy Governor of Siem Reap Province, alongside government officials, local units, and community members. The laun...
Read MoreMinistry of Interior Accelerates Land Management & Real Estate Certification Across Cambodia’s Provinces
The Ministry of Interior has issued new measures for provincial and capital authorities to expedite the certification of real estate ownership and improve state land management, with a strong focus on tackling delays in property registration and land disputes. The directive, dated 13 September 2024, aims to accelerate land planning and inventory processes across Cambodia, addressing concerns ab...
Read MoreThe Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS, A Symbol of Progress and Connectivity
The ambitious Johor Bahru–Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link is paving the way for a new era of transportation between Malaysia and Singapore. Set to redefine cross-border travel; this cutting-edge railway shuttle link is a testament to innovative engineering and a shared vision for seamless mobility. Initiated in 2019, the RTS Link is a marvel of modern transportation design, featuring ...
Read MoreConstitution Monument, Costs USD 2m, Inaugurated as a National Heritage Landmark
The Constitution Monument, a national heritage site and enduring symbol of Cambodia’s Constitution, was officially inaugurated near the Independence Monument, standing as a proud testament to the nation's legal foundation. This iconic structure, built at a cost of USD 2.24 million, was unveiled during a grand Royal Inauguration Ceremony, presided over by His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni on 24 ...
Read MoreMalaysia & Cambodia Unveil Cross-Border QR Payment Linkage
In a major milestone for regional digital payments, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) have successfully launched a cross-border QR payment linkage between Malaysia and Cambodia, aiming to connect over five million merchants across both countries, according to Asianbankingandfinance dated 20 September 2024. This ambitious initiative, which reached the end of its ...
Read MoreRevolutionizing Transportation: The Shift to Sustainable Infrastructure
Embracing Digital Innovation for Efficient and Risk-Free Construction The transportation industry is increasingly focused on promoting sustainability through infrastructure projects. In order to achieve this, industry leaders are embracing digital workflow. Bentley's rail construction planning solution empowers projects to transition from traditional PDFs to 3D and 4D model-based workflows, sea...
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