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Despite New Loan Not Yet Approved, Chinese Investment Dominates Cambodia’s FDI
Cambodia continues to attract substantial Chinese foreign direct investment, maintaining a commanding 47% share of total FDI as of Q2 2024, despite recording no new Chinese government loans in Q3 2024. This sustained dominance in foreign investment follows a consistent pattern, where Chinese FDI has maintained majority control ranging from 48% to 56% since 2020, according to findings presented by ...
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Nippon Koei & Inoue Calcium Target Cambodian Cashew Processing Industry
Two foreign companies, Nippon Koei Business Partners Co., Ltd. and Inoue Calcium Corporation, are set to make significant investments in Cambodia’s growing cashew processing sector. They aim to enhance the quality of cashew nuts for export, particularly to Japan. On 30 January 2025, two important meetings took place that could impact the future of Cambodia's agricultural export landscape. The f...
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Phnom Penh Government to Launch Innovative Pedestrian Street Trial
The Phnom Penh Municipal Government is excited to announce the upcoming trial of a pedestrian street project, dubbed "Walk Street," along the iconic Sisowath Avenue. This initiative aims to transform the city's heart into a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly environment, allowing residents and visitors alike to enjoy the area more fully. The trial will commence on Saturdays and Sundays on 1 February ...
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Angkor Enterprise Launches Online Ticketing System to Boost Tourism
In a major development aimed at enhancing the experience for international visitors, Angkor Enterprise has officially launched a comprehensive online ticket sales and inspection system for Angkor. The initiative, which seeks to attract tourists from around the globe, was inaugurated on 30 January 2024, under the leadership of HE Deputy Prime Minister Neth Savoeun, representing His Majesty King Nor...
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National Road 7 Expansion Reaches 32% Completion
As of 30 January 2025, construction on the vital National Road 7 expansion project has reached a notable milestone, achieving 32.01% of its overall progress. The initiative, aimed at enhancing connectivity and promoting economic growth, focuses on upgrading the road to four lanes over a total span of 45.5 kilometres. The work stretches from the Vang Vong Moul Skun roundabout in Cheung Prey distric...
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Progress on National Road No. 23 Reaches 70% Completion
The ambitious construction project for the 20-kilometre stretch of National Road No. 23, linking Koh Thom and Loek Dek districts in Kandal province, has made significant headway, with approximately 70% of the work completed. According to a report by Cambodia National Television, the project is set to conclude in April 2025. HE Phay Sovicheano, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Public Works ...
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Cambodia’s Rubber Industry Thrives, Promises Economic Growth
Cambodia's rubber industry is on the rise, with 179 rubber processing factories and craft now operational across the nation, marking a notable increase in production and employment opportunities. This surge reflects a commitment to bolstering economic growth and empowering local communities. During the inauguration of the Try Pheap Import Export Co., Ltd.’s new rubber processing factory in Prea...
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National Road 48 Rehabilitation Nears Completion: 82% Achieved
The long-awaited rehabilitation and upgrade of National Road 48, stretching 148 kilometres from Sre Ambel to Koh Kong, has completed an impressive 82% according to an announcement by HE Phon Rim, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works and Transport on 29 January 2025. The construction project, which officially commenced on 3 January 2022, aims to significantly enhance road quality for im...
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Polish Food Processing Company Plans Expansion in Cambodia
LipCo Foods, a leading Polish food processing company, has announced its ambitious plans to establish a food processing plant in Cambodia to cater to the regional market. The announcement was made during a pivotal meeting between HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, and Mr. César Lipka, CEO of LipCo Foods. HE Sun Chantho...
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Ministry Proposes Asbestos Regulation to Protect Public Health in Cambodia
At a consultation workshop on 27 January 2025, HE Say Sam Al, Minister of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction, announced a pivotal step towards regulating the use of asbestos in Cambodia’s construction sector. The proposed policy framework aims to mitigate public health risks while supporting the construction industry's interests. “Asbestos has been a staple in construction materi...
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GeoStudio, the Future of Limit Equilibrium Analysis
By Louis Henry Prates Integrated geotechnical workflow Seequent’s vision is to provide a suite of underground solutions that seamlessly integrate into every stage of infrastructure development. Starting with field data collection and management with OpenGround, moving on to subsurface characterization and geological modeling with LeapFrog Works, and culminating in advanced Geotechnical Analy...
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Nearly Completion of Water Diversion System Project in Phnom Penh & Surrounding Provinces
The Cambodian government has announced significant progress in the water diversion system project, with nearly 100% of the work completed across Phnom Penh and three neighbouring provinces—Kandal, Kampong Speu, and Takeo. This update was shared on the official Facebook page of the Royal Government Spokesperson's Unit on 25 January 2025. Key highlights of the project include: - Stung Toch Wat...
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