China Considering Open Agro-Industrial Zone in Cambodia for Raw Materials Production
In a significant development for Cambodia's industrial landscape, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Jiangsu province, People's Republic of China, has expressed its willingness to explore the establishment of an agro-industrial zone aimed at producing raw materials. This initiative comes at the request of Cambodian officials to facilitate the production of semi-finished products for both local ind...
Read MoreCambodia Welcomes 12 New Investment Projects, Boosting Economy & Job Creation
In an exciting development for Cambodia's economy, the Council for the Development of Cambodia has approved 12 new investment projects and an additional production initiative, totalling an impressive capital investment of over USD 104 million. This landmark meeting took place on March 25, 2025, under the leadership of HE Chea Vuthy, Secretary-General of the Cambodia Investment Committee. These ...
Read MoreCambodia Set to Receive Significant Aid from South Korea
This year, Cambodia is expected to receive approximately USD 350 million from the South Korean government to support crucial development sectors. This announcement came during the 2025 Korea-Cambodia Bilateral Meeting on Development Cooperation, hosted at the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC). HE PARK Jung-Wook, the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Cambodia, and HE Chhiang Yan...
Read MorePanasonic Plans New Factory in Cambodia Amidst Strong Regional Presence
In a significant move, Panasonic Cambodia announced its intention to establish a manufacturing facility in Cambodia as part of its ongoing expansion in Southeast Asia. The renowned Japanese electronics manufacturer operates 19 factories across Thailand and Vietnam, with 15 located in Thailand and four in Vietnam. This announcement was made during a productive meeting on 21 March 2025, between H...
Read MoreCambodia Achieves Historic Milestone in Water Supply Management
The Phnom Penh Autonomous Water Supply Authority (PAPWSA) has made a significant advance in urban water management by digitally connecting raw water mains without interrupting the clean water supply in Koh Nora. This milestone was celebrated in a ceremony led by HE Hem Vandy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, and HE Ueno Atsushi, Japan's Ambassador to Cambodia. HE Long ...
Read MorePrime Minister Hun Manet Advocates for Preservation of Ecotourism Areas
In an impassioned address at the opening ceremony of the 9th River Festival, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen emphasised the importance of protecting the nation’s ecotourism areas from high-rise developments and intrusive residential projects. The Prime Minister urged local authorities to meticulously scrutinise any proposed developments from the private sector that could compromise the integrity ...
Read MoreNational Road 7 Expansion Project on Track for Early Completion
The ambitious project to expand and improve National Road 7, transforming it from a two-lane to a four-lane highway, is currently 43% complete and is expected to finish ahead of schedule. The 45.5-kilometre stretch of road runs from Vang Vong Moul Skun in Cheung Prey district to the base of the Kizuna Bridge in Kampong Cham city. During an inspection of the project on 20 March, HE Lim Sidenin, ...
Read MoreIndia-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway Stalled Amid Conflict in Myanmar
The USD 114 billion India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway, a crucial 1,360-kilometre infrastructure project designed to enhance ASEAN economic integration and strengthen India’s trade presence in Southeast Asia, faces major setbacks due to ongoing instability in Myanmar. Designed as a four-lane highway, the Trilateral Highway is part of India’s broader infrastructure vision, which aims to exte...
Read MoreChinese Shipbuilder Eyes Cambodian Market for Expansion
Shanghai Hantang Shipping Co., Ltd. (SHS), a prominent player in the Chinese shipbuilding industry, is set to explore new horizons by exporting ships from Shanghai to the Cambodian market. This strategic move was discussed during a high-level meeting at the company’s headquarters, led by HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia. ...
Read MoreUS Chamber of Commerce to Boost Investment in Cambodia’s Digital Sector
The American Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia has pledged to attract US investments to the country’s growing digital sector. Chamber president Casey Barnett announced this commitment during a meeting with HE Minister Chea Vandet on 20 March 2025. Mr. Barnett praised the ministry’s reform efforts and emphasised collaboration between US investors and Cambodian businesses. Minister Chea Vande...
Read MoreJapan Commits Nearly USD 11 Million to Support Cambodia’s Techo Peace Museum Project
In a significant diplomatic move, the Japanese government has granted a total of 1.466 billion yen, approximately USD 11 million, to the Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC) to bolster two critical projects to enhance mine action capabilities in Cambodia. The announcement was made during a signing ceremony on 20 March 2025. HE Prak Sokhonn, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs a...
Read MoreGov’t & Private Sector Join Forces to Boost Local Agricultural Production with MOU
In a major step towards boosting local agricultural production, the Ministry of Commerce has collaborated with six leading feed manufacturers to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote key agricultural products such as red corn, cassava, and other raw materials in Cambodia. This was announced at an MOU signing ceremony by HE Cham Nimal, Minister of Commerce, on 19 March 2025. The...
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