Energy and Environment
Royal Railway and Three Companies Sign MOU to Develop Land Along Railway Line
Royal Railway Cambodia PLC, a subsidiary of Royal Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on April 28 with Samaiden Energy (Cambodia) Co., Ltd., Management Venture Asia (Cambodia) Ltd., and Panna Energy Sdn. Bhd. to conduct a feasibility study on the potential for renewable energy and other sustainable economic activities along the unused land […]
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Cambodia launches US$53m power expansion projects with concessional loans from Japan
Cambodia has officially launched two major power expansion projects worth over US$53 million under the framework of concessional loans and grants of the Royal Government of Japan. These projects aim to strengthen the power supply capacity in Phnom Penh and the southern economic corridor of Cambodia. The inauguration ceremony was presided over by HE Suy […]
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GOV’t Repeals New Sub-Decree to Protect Endangered Dolphins
The Cambodian government has repealed a new sub-decree aimed at protecting dolphins in Kratie and Stung Treng provinces, following a series of dolphin deaths that occurred during its implementation from February to April 2023. Instead, the old sub-decree from 2012 will be reinstated, according to Sub-Decree No. 87 issued on 27 April 2023. The decision […]
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The Gov’t Plans to Establish International Standard Laboratory to Prevent Animal Diseases
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has announced plans to establish an international standard laboratory in Sitbo commune, Kandal province, aimed at preventing animal diseases and promoting the safety of animal products. In a recent meeting on 21 April 2023 to review the project budget, Minister Dith Tina emphasized the importance of setting up […]
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Thai Conglomerate PTT Invests in 420-Megawatt Solar Power Plant in India
Global Power Synergy Public Company (GPSC), a subsidiary of Thailand’s PTT, has secured the rights to invest in a 420-megawatt solar power plant in India through its renewable energy arm, Avaada Energy Private. The project, which will be completed within 18 months, will be crucial in India’s aim to increase its renewable energy generation capacity […]
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Kampot has 4 landscape protection areas on an area of 217 hectares
Kampot province, known for its stunning natural beauty and unique landscapes, is taking steps to protect its environment and wildlife. As the Ministry of Environment reported on 11 April 2023, there are currently four landscape protection areas in the province spanning a total area of 217 hectares. These areas are located in Chres village, Koh […]
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Chinese Mining Company to Launch Gold Production in Mondulkiri Province
Rong Cheng Industrial Investment Co., Ltd., a Chinese-based company, is set to commence gold exploration and refining in Mondulkiri province after completing its production infrastructure. According to HE Sorn Sarun, Deputy Governor of Mondulkiri Province, the company has been granted a legal license to explore gold ore in the province, and has already conducted test […]
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Cambodia Produces 6 Tons of Gold from Mondulkiri So Far
Cambodia’s first commercial gold miner, Renaissance Minerals (Cambodia) Ltd, has so far refined a total of 6,000 kg of gold ore in the Okvau area of Mondulkiri province’s Keo Seima district, according to HE Sorn Sarun, Deputy Governor of Mondulkiri Province. In a press conference on “Success in the past 5 years” of Mondulkiri Provincial […]
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Laos to become major exporter of electricity in ASEAN
Laos has been becoming a major source of electricity in ASEAN as it has been selling electricity to its neighbouring countries on a large scale. Laos earned more than 1.76 billion USD from electricity export in 2022, up 7.5% from last year, the country’s media reported. For 2023, the Lao Government has set a target […]
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Gov’t approves 5 energy investment projects with a total capacity of 520 MW
The Government of Cambodia has approved five renewable energy investment projects with a total capacity of 520 megawatts to increase the power supply to the national grid and contribute to reducing the use of carbon dioxide and ensuring the environment, and natural resources. The renewable energy projects were approved agenda of five renewable energy projects […]
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