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Chinese Company Plans to Open Garment Factories in Cambodia’s Special Economic Zones
- 28 March 2025
In a significant move for Cambodia's garment industry, Chinese company Nanchang Shunmin has announced its intention to establish garment factories in three special economic zones across the country. The announcement came during a recent meeting between Mr. Kong Puthera, Cambodia’s Trade Attaché in Beijing, and representatives from Nanchang Shunmin, as they discussed potential investment and bus...
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EU Partners with Cambodia to Enhance Energy Efficiency with €6 Million Grant
- 28 March 2025
In an important stride towards sustainable industrial development, the European Union has announced a €6 million grant to boost energy efficiency within Cambodia’s industrial sector. This initiative was revealed during a productive meeting between HE Hem Vandy, Cambodia’s Minister of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, and an EU delegation in Phnom Penh. The discussions concerned pot...
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Japan Partners with Cambodia to Enhance Water Supply & Environmental Monitoring
- 27 March 2025
In a significant development for Cambodia, the Government of Japan has announced a grant exceeding USD 17 million to support two pivotal projects aimed at improving the country's water supply system and establishing satellite measurement stations. The funding agreement was formalized during a signing ceremony for the Exchange of Letters held on 25 March. This collaboration highlights Japan’s co...
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Electric Bus Revolution in Siem Reap: A Step Towards Sustainable Transport
- 26 March 2025
In an exciting development for eco-friendly public transport, Cambodia, in partnership with the Green Development Institute (GGGI), has unveiled plans for an electric bus system in Siem Reap province. The announcement came during the final workshop of the electric bus public transport system study, where three strategic routes and 33 waiting stations were officially designated. The proposed rou...
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China Considering Open Agro-Industrial Zone in Cambodia for Raw Materials Production
- 26 March 2025
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...
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Cambodia Set to Receive Significant Aid from South Korea
- 25 March 2025
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...
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Panasonic Plans New Factory in Cambodia Amidst Strong Regional Presence
- 25 March 2025
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...
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Chinese Shipbuilder Eyes Cambodian Market for Expansion
- 22 March 2025
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. ...
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US Chamber of Commerce to Boost Investment in Cambodia’s Digital Sector
- 22 March 2025
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...
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Japan Commits Nearly USD 11 Million to Support Cambodia’s Techo Peace Museum Project
- 21 March 2025
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...
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