Minister of Mines and Energy Engages with ADB to Enhance Cambodia’s Energy Sector

His Excellency Keo Rattanak, the Minister of Mines and Energy, recently convened with top officials from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to address critical priorities within Cambodia’s energy sector. This strategic meeting aims to foster collaborative efforts that enhance the efficiency and governance of the nation’s energy infrastructure. During the discussions, Minister Keo emphasized sever...

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Strengthening Urban Development: A Meeting of Minds and Strategies

Collaboration between the Ministry of Land Management, the World Bank, and the Asian Development Bank to build sustainable and environmentally friendly cities In a significant step towards enhancing local governance and urban planning, His Excellency Benghong Socheat Khemro convened a professional-level meeting on December 22, 2025, focused on three pivotal technical tasks aimed at bolstering the...

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Workshop Enhances Land Use Planning Across Cambodia

Disseminate a manual on PSP and LUMP Handbooks and Legislative to promote balanced and sustainable urban development. In a significant move to streamline land use master planning, the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction, in collaboration with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), recently held an engaging workshop aimed at disseminating essential guidelines to sub-national ...

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Cambodia Inaugurates 7 Rural Roads, Breaks Ground on 7 More in Takeo

Over 77 Kilometers of New Roads Set to Boost Rural Economy in Takeo Province Cambodia officially inaugurated seven rural roads, totaling $41.40$ kilometers in length, while simultaneously breaking ground on seven more rural roads, covering a total of $36$ kilometers, all within Takeo province. The ceremony was presided over by His Excellency Chhay Rithisen, Minister of Rural Development, and H...

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ADB Backs Cambodia’s Urban Future with $763 Million Investment

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $763 million investment program, which includes a $20 million grant from the Asian Development Fund (ADF), to support Cambodia in strengthening its water security and enhancing the resilience and livability of its cities. This announcement was made in a press release by the bank on December 1, 2025. The Living, Resilient, and Water-Secure Cities Inv...

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ADB Provides $50 Million to Cambodia to Strengthen Financial Stability and Digital Infrastructure

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a program approach and a policy-based loan of $50 million to strengthen Cambodia's financial sector. This financing focuses on both banking and non-banking institutions, as well as enhancing the sustainability of the country's digital financial infrastructure. According to an ADB announcement on November 24, 2025, the Inclusiv...

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ADB Announces Ambitious Expansion of Financing to Tackle Regional Challenges

In a significant move to bolster development across the Asia-Pacific region, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has unveiled plans to increase its annual financing capacity from USD 24 billion in 2024 to an impressive USD 36 billion by 2034. This 50% expansion aims to enhance ADB's ability to address pressing regional issues and promote sustainable growth. In a press release on 18 February 2025, ...

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