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China to Invest in Tourism Development Along the Funan Techo River
The China Railway Bridge and Road Corporation (CRBC) has announced its intention to invest in the development of a potential tourism area along the Funan Techo River. This initiative aims to boost tourism in the provinces situated alongside the river, as confirmed during a meeting between H.E. Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism, and Mr. Wang Huan, a representative from CRBC. During the meeting, comp...
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Cambodian Government Unveils 2026 Budget Plans
The Cambodian government has announced an ambitious plan to allocate over 10 billion riel from the state budget in 2026, marking a 7.6% increase from 2025. This announcement was made during a cabinet meeting on October 24, 2025, with Prime Minister Hun Sen in attendance, highlighting the administration's commitment to economic growth and development. According to a press release from the govern...
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Growth of Associations and NGOs in Cambodia Reaches Nearly 7,000
Cambodia’s civil society sector continues to expand steadily, with nearly 7,000 associations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) now officially registered with the Ministry of Interior, according to H.E. Touch Sokha, Deputy Spokesperson of the Ministry. The update was shared during a press briefing earlier today. A report from the General Department of Administration revealed that a total...
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International Economic Company Partners with Cambodia to Boost Smart Tourism and Hotel Management Training
In a significant move to enhance the tourism sector, the International Economic and Technical Cooperation Company, which boasts over 500 branches across China, has announced plans to sign a memorandum of understanding with the Cambodian Ministry of Tourism. This partnership aims to advance the training of professionals in smart tourism and hotel management. The announcement came during a meetin...
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Cambodia and Vietnam Strengthen Ties with Major Cassava Export Agreement
In a major step toward deepening agricultural cooperation, Cambodia and Vietnam have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to boost Cambodia’s fresh cassava exports to 9 million tons annually. The agreement was signed on October 23, 2025, in the presence of H.E. Cham Nimal, Minister of Commerce, alongside representatives from the Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia, the Cambodian Cassava Federatio...
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National Road 23 Fully Completed, Boosting Connectivity and Regional Growth
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport has officially announced the full completion of the National Road 23 (NR23) upgrade, marking a significant achievement in Cambodia’s ongoing infrastructure development. The announcement was made on October 24, 2025, following the completion of a 19.8-kilometer section designed to improve transportation efficiency and accessibility for local residents. ...
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Bentley Systems Unveils New AI, Geospatial, and Cloud Tools to Transform Infrastructure Engineering
What’s new in Bentley Systems’ Year in Infrastructure 2025? Bentley Systems, a leading infrastructure engineering software company, announced a major expansion of its digital portfolio at its Year in Infrastructure 2025 conference, held on October 15 and 16 in Amsterdam. The company unveiled new Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications, deepened the integration of geospatial modeling throu...
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Exclusive Interview: The ‘Mindset’ for a Livable and Sustainable City
From natural disasters and crippling traffic congestion to pervasive environmental pollution, cities worldwide face a mounting list of existential threats. Cambodia's capital, Phnom Penh, is no exception, grappling acutely with the challenges of frequent flooding and gridlock. But what is the path forward? Can digital tools and Artificial Intelligence (AI) offer a real solution to transform our...
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Funan Techo Canal Project Set to Begin Excavation in December
Cambodia’s landmark Funan Techo Canal Project is set to begin excavation work in early December 2025, marking a major milestone in the country’s infrastructure development. The announcement was made by H.E. Phon Rim, Spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, during a press briefing on October 22, 2025. Preparatory work is currently underway, with teams actively addressing env...
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Indonesia Brings Cultural Night Market to Phnom Penh to Celebrate 66 Years of Friendship
The Indonesian Embassy in Cambodia has announced exciting plans to establish an Indonesian night market on the bustling Chaktomuk pedestrian street in Phnom Penh. Indonesian Ambassador to Cambodia, Mr. Santo Damosumarto, made the announcement during a meeting with Phnom Penh Governor, Mr. Khuong Sreng. The night market is scheduled to take place on either November 22 or 23, 2025, and aims to pr...
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Svay Chrum Referral Hospital Officially Inaugurated in Svay Rieng Province, Enhancing Local Healthcare
A new era for healthcare in Svay Rieng Province was marked today with the official inauguration of the Svay Chrum Referral Hospital. This state-of-the-art facility, valued at over USD 600,000, was inaugurated under the esteemed presence of Samdech Men Sam An, Supreme Advisor to the King and Member of Parliament for the Svay Rieng Constituency. The newly constructed hospital, located in Svay Chr...
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Bulgaria and Cambodia Aim for Enhanced Trade Cooperation
Bulgaria has expressed a strong commitment to expanding its cooperation with Cambodia in business and trade, as highlighted in a recent meeting between His Excellency Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, and Dr. Maxim Behar, First President of the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce. During their discussions, Dr. Behar emphasized...
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