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MoE Halts Certification & Handover of Community Forest Land
The Ministry of Environment (MoE) has issued a directive to immediately halt all processes related to the certification, recognition, or transfer of community forest land or land earmarked for clearing. The directive, outlined in letter No. 1839/0424 B.E. dated 10 April 2024, underscores the government's commitment to ensuring meticulous oversight and effective management of forest resources. I...
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Japan’s US$30m Grant Kickstarts Groundbreaking Water Supply Project in Svay Rieng
The commencement of the US$30.6 million Svay Rieng Water Supply System Expansion Project marks a pivotal step towards addressing the province's water needs. Announced by the Svay Rieng provincial administration via their official Facebook page on 11 April 2024, the groundbreaking ceremony signifies the onset of a project set to redefine the area's infrastructure landscape. At the construction s...
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Borey Peng Huoth’s Grand Offerings Illuminate Khmer New Year Celebrations
In the spirit of Khmer New Year festivities, Borey Peng Huoth unveils a series of exciting programs and exclusive offers, transforming the joyous occasion into a remarkable opportunity for prospective homeowners. Embracing the festive spirit, Borey Peng Huoth adorns its gates and interiors with captivating decorations, infusing the atmosphere with vibrant colours and celebratory vibes. Amids...
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2024 – Cambodia succeeds in its campaign to reduce the use of plastic because the volume of imports decreased by 75%
By the first quarter of 2024, the volume of plastic imports into Cambodia has decreased by about 75%, while this decrease shows that the implementation of the campaign to reduce the use of plastic in the past has been successful. This is according to the announcement of the Ministry of Environment on April 10, 2024. According to the Ministry of Environment, in the first quarter of 2024, the dem...
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Malaysia’s KSI Strategic Institute Proposes ASEAN Economic Club and Investment Events in Cambodia
Malaysia's KSI Strategic Institute, led by the institute’s president Tan Sri Michel Yao, has unveiled plans to establish the ASEAN Economic Club and explore investment opportunities in Cambodia. This announcement follows a meeting between Samdech PM Hun Manet and Mr. Tan Sri Michel Yao on 8 April 2024. During the discussion, Mr. Tan Sri Yao outlined the institute's intention to assess potential...
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Steady Progress: NR No. 10 Construction Reaches 83.36% Completion
The construction of NR No. 10, linking Koh Kong, Pursat, and Battambang provinces, has reached a significant milestone, with completion surpassing 83.36% as of early April. This update comes from the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, announced on 10 April 2024. According to the latest report, the project's advancement is notable, particularly in the paving process from Koh Kong province t...
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Gov’t Introduces Five Urgent Measures to Tackle Factory Challenges Amid Hot Weather
The Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training (MLVT) has rolled out five immediate measures aimed at addressing challenges faced by factories during hot weather conditions. This announcement was made on 9 April 2024. The measures prescribed by the ministry include: Ensuring proper ventilation by opening doors and windows or installing fans within the workplace. Increasing the provision ...
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Room to Read’s 20-Year Impact: 339 Library Buildings Constructed in Cambodia
Over the past two decades, Room to Read Cambodia (RRC) has made a significant impact on education by constructing 339 libraries across Cambodia. This milestone was announced by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports on 9 April 2024. In addition to the construction of libraries, RRC has established 2,111 school libraries and provided training to 9,000 teachers and librarians, as stated by t...
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No Impact on Cambodian Mekong River Water Despite Chemical Leak Incident in Laos
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology assures the public that the recent chemical spill into the Nam Khan River, a tributary of the Mekong River in Laos, will not affect the water quality of the Mekong River in Cambodia. This affirmation comes in response to an announcement made by the ministry regarding the incident on 8 April 2024. Following reports of a chemical leak into the Nam K...
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Cambodia & EU Collaborate to Foster Tax Compliance & Investment Climate
The General Department of Taxation (GDT) and the European Union (EU) have initiated discussions to devise mechanisms aimed at enhancing tax compliance and fostering a culture of taxation in Cambodia, particularly focusing on promoting fair competition and strengthening fiscal integrity. This collaborative effort seeks to address the challenges faced by investors from EU countries, as highlighte...
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CHN ENERGY Plans US$1bn Investment in Renewable Energy Projects in Cambodia
China's leading energy company, CHN ENERGY, has unveiled plans to invest a staggering US$1 billion in the development of renewable energy projects in Cambodia. The announcement came following a productive meeting between HE Suon Sophal, Deputy Secretary General of Cambodia's Investment Committee, and Mr. I Seang, a representative of CHN ENERGY Enterprise, on 8 April 2024. During the meeting, re...
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Cambodia’s 2024 Economic Outlook: Seasia Stats Projects 6.1%, Gov’t Forecasts 6.6%, WB Predicts 5.8%
Cambodia's economy is set to achieve robust growth in 2024, with a forecasted expansion of 6.1%, marking the highest figure among ASEAN nations and placing it as the third-highest in Asia. This projection, updated by the Indonesian statistics institute Seasia Stats and reported by RFI on 7 April 2024, underscores Cambodia's remarkable economic resilience and potential for substantial development. ...
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