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Thirteen Korean Companies Eye Increased Investment in Cambodia
- 27 March 2024
Thirteen prominent Korean companies, led by Mr Hacheong Yun, Director General of the Korea Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA Phnom Penh), have expressed keen interest in expanding their investment footprint in Cambodia. The delegation met with Deputy PM Sun Chanthol to explore lucrative investment opportunities, capitalising on Cambodia's promising economic landscape. During the meet...
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World Bank Allocates US$35 Million for Climate-Resilient Road Project in Cambodia
- 25 March 2024
The World Bank has greenlit an additional US$35 million credit to fortify road infrastructure against climate change impacts in three Cambodian provinces, as announced in a recent press release. This allocation, approved by the World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors on 15 March, supplements the ongoing Cambodia Road Connectivity Improvement Project (RCIP), aimed at enhancing access to markets, ...
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Cambodia Secures US$1.81bn in Concessional Loans for Public Investment Projects in 2023
- 25 March 2024
In 2023, the Cambodian government inked substantial concessional loan agreements with development partners, amounting to a noteworthy US$1.81 billion. This figure represents 79% of the legal ceiling permitted by law (SDR 1,700 million), as revealed in the Cambodian Public Debt Statistics Bulletin released by the Ministry of Economy and Finance. The newly signed concessional loan agreements cons...
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Cambodia Secures EU Grant Aid Worth Nearly US$86m to Boost Key Sectors
- 23 March 2024
Cambodia and the European Union (EU) have formalised a grant aid agreement amounting to almost US$85.6 million, aimed at bolstering pivotal sectors crucial for sustainable development. The signing ceremony, presided over by HE Dr Aun Pornmoniroth, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance, alongside representatives from the European Union Member States, marks a significant mileston...
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China-Cambodia Satellite Collaboration Enhances Protected Area Management
- 22 March 2024
China's Siwei Surveying and Mapping Technology Co., Ltd is poised to forge a groundbreaking partnership with Cambodia's Ministry of Environment (MoE), aiming to revolutionise the management, conservation, and protection of protected areas and forests through satellite technology. This significant development emerged from a productive meeting between Dr Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment, and...
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Chinese Investment in ASEAN Reaches US$20 billion, up 37%, Cambodia Can Absorb Approx. 16%
- 18 March 2024
Chinese investment in Southeast Asia has surged to nearly US$20 billion, marking a substantial 37% increase from the previous year, according to a report jointly conducted by Griffith University and Fudan University. Published by Thailand-business-news on 11 March 2024, the report underscores the resilience and strategic growth of Chinese investment in the region, particularly in real estate and c...
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EU Commits US$13m Grant for Bakheng Water Treatment Plant Phase 3
- 15 March 2024
The European Union (EU) has pledged a grant of US$13 million for the implementation of Bakheng Water Treatment Plant Phase 3, as announced by HE Jutta Urpilainen, European Commissioner for International Partnerships, during a visit to the plant on 13 March. HE Hem Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation (MISTI), also participated in the visit, as outlined in a press relea...
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Japan Extends Concessional Loan for Regional Hospital Development in Cambodia
- 13 March 2024
In a significant gesture of bilateral cooperation, Japan has extended a concessional loan totalling JPY 21,104 million (approximately US$154 million) to Cambodia for the development of regional hospitals. The formal exchange of notes and accompanying documents took place on 13 March, with HE Sok Chanda Sophea, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation o...
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Cambodia Eyes European Investment Booster: A US$540m Journey Over Three Decades
- 12 March 2024
In a concerted effort to diversify and enhance its investment portfolio, Cambodia has set its sights on attracting a larger share of European investment. Despite hosting approximately 62 projects from Europe, a total investment of US$540 million since 1994, the nation views this figure as the tip of the iceberg. This ambition was at the fore during a meeting between HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prim...
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Cambodia & Vietnam Forge Business Council for Seamless Cross-Border Trade
- 11 March 2024
In a groundbreaking move towards bolstering economic ties, the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce (CCC) and the Cambodia-Vietnam Business Council (CVBA) have unveiled plans to establish the Cambodia-Vietnam Business Council. This strategic initiative announced through the official Facebook page of the CCC on 8 March 2024, is poised to play a pivotal role in addressing challenges and fostering a more st...
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