Aurelius Healthcare Wants to Expand Investment in Cambodia’s Healthcare Sector
Aurelius Healthcare, a healthcare company, is looking to further expand its investment in Cambodia by investing in high-quality healthcare services. This intention was expressed in a meeting between Prime Minister Hun Manet and Dato’ Amir Firdaus Abdullah, Chairman and Managing Director of Aurelius Healthcare, on 27 May 2025. On the occasion, a representative of Aurelius Healthcare said that th...
Read MoreKampong Thom Province Launches Pilot Project to Enhance Street Food Hygiene
In a significant move to improve public health and bolster tourism, the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, in collaboration with the Kampong Thom Provincial Authorities, has officially launched a pilot project aimed at elevating street food hygiene standards. The launch ceremony took place on May 24, 2025, and was presided over by HE Hem Vandy, the Minister of Industry, ...
Read MoreGovernment Moves Forward with Land Registration in Tonle Sap Lake Region
In a significant step towards sustainable land management, the Cambodian government convened a joint meeting with key stakeholders to discuss the registration of land in Zone 3 of the flooded forest surrounding Tonle Sap Lake as state property. This initiative involves the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction, the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology, and the Tonle S...
Read MoreChinese Investors Eye Opportunities in Cambodia’s Booming Economy
In a significant move to strengthen economic ties, approximately 40 Chinese companies convened with representatives from the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce to explore promising investment opportunities across various sectors in Cambodia. The meeting was spearheaded by Oknha Banthi Vinh Hour, Vice President of the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce, and Mr. Ji Lin, President of the China Chamber of Comme...
Read MoreMinistry of Environment & STEM Cambodia Launch Innovative Tree Growth Tracking App
In a significant step towards fostering environmental stewardship among the youth, the Ministry of Environment has announced a collaboration with STEM Cambodia to develop the CHAKRA STEM App, an innovative tool designed to monitor tree growth and enhance awareness of ecological conservation. The memorandum of understanding was formalized during a ceremony attended by HE Mao Soveng, Undersecreta...
Read MoreChina Fosters Investment Relations with Cambodia Through New Business Association
In a significant move to enhance economic ties, a consortium of Chinese investors has officially launched the Hubei Province Business Association in Cambodia. This initiative aims to attract more Chinese investments and foster collaboration between the two nations. During the launch event, HE Chea Wutthy, Secretary-General of the Cambodia Investment Committee under the Council for the Developme...
Read MoreApsara Authority Reopens Historic Building to Enhance Angkor Tourism & Research
In a significant development for tourism and heritage conservation, the Apsara Authority has announced the reopening of an ancient building, over a century old, located near the Bayon Temple. This historic structure will now serve as a centre for research and education in Angkor's conservation efforts. HE Long Kosal, Deputy Director General of the Apsara Authority, revealed that this building o...
Read MoreVisa Expands Support for Cambodia’s SMEs and Informal Economy
In a significant development for Cambodia’s economic landscape, Visa has announced its commitment to bolster support for the nation’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and informal economy. This announcement follows a productive meeting held on 23 May 2025, between HE Hem Vandy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, and Ms. Lisa Sargent, Country Director for Visa in Ca...
Read MoreCambodia Unveils Strategic Plan to Combat Greenhouse Gas Emissions
In a significant step toward addressing climate change, Cambodia has officially launched an ambitious strategic plan aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from 2024 to 2033. The initiative was unveiled during a ceremony presided over by HE Eang Sophallet, the Minister of Environment, and was attended by prominent figures, including HE Igor Driesmans, the Special Envoy of the European Union to...
Read MoreChinese Delegation Unveils Ambitious Plan for Two Special Economic Zones in Cambodia
In a significant development for Cambodia's investment landscape, a delegation from Wuxi, Jiangsu province, China, has announced plans to establish two new special economic zones focused on technology and agro-industry. This initiative aims to bolster economic ties and attract a wave of Chinese investors to the Southeast Asian nation. The announcement came during a pivotal meeting on ...
Read MoreBuilding at a Whole New Scale: This Engineer is Taking Construction into the Fourth Dimension With ‘Godzilla Mode’
By Sean O'Neill James Bowles has always loved building things. As a child, he spent hours with Lego, piecing together miniature cities brick by brick. As a teenager, he became fascinated by skyscrapers—their design, engineering, and sheer scale. It wasn’t just their height that intrigued him, but the challenge of making something so ambitious stand. Today, Bowles is helping shape the skyline...
Read MoreCambodian Parliament Approves Landmark Law for 24 Electricity Investment Projects
In a significant move to bolster the nation’s energy infrastructure, the Cambodian Parliament has officially approved a draft law facilitating payment guarantees to 24 electricity investment companies. This landmark decision was made during the fourth session of the seventh National Assembly held on 22 May 2025. The new law comes in response to the surging demand for electricity, projected to r...
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