land development and policy
Gov’t Allocates Over 91 Hectares of Land from Forest Cover in Kampot Province to Private Ownership
The Cambodian government has earmarked a substantial 91,540 hectares of land in Changkon village, Sangkat Prek Thnaot, Bokor city, Kampot province. This transformative decision, outlined in Sub-Decree No. 240 signed on 9 August 2023, designates this area, once part of the forest cover, for private ownership under the stewardship of Mr Heng Sour. The land […]
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Gov’t Designates Four Areas as Techo Historical Heritage for Cultural &Tourism Development
The Cambodian government has officially designated four areas, collectively known as the Techo Historical Heritage Area, in Sub-Decree No. 155 dated 11 July 2023. These areas encompass the Military Historical Area within the 3rd, 4th, and 5th Military Zones, along with the Anlong Veng Historical Area. The primary objective behind this designation is to ensure […]
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Gov’t Unveils Robust Protocols for State Land Ownership Registration
The Cambodian government has introduced a comprehensive set of procedures for the registration of state lands. Sub-Decree No. 321, enacted on 2 November 2023, delineates a strategic framework encompassing the identification, mapping, and classification of state lands. The primary objective is to fortify the protection of ownership and associated rights of state-owned properties. The sub-decree […]
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PM Directs Ministry of Land Management to Prepare Comprehensive Master Plan for Cambodia’s New City
Prime Minister Samdech Hun Manet has called upon the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction (MLMUPC) to meticulously prepare a Master Plan for an upcoming new city. The prime focus of this strategic initiative is twofold: ensuring clarity in public infrastructure development and implementing a well-defined zoning framework. During the inauguration ceremony of […]
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PM Unlocks Opportunities: Foreigners Granted 50-Year Leasing Rights for Real Estate in Cambodia
In a significant announcement at the 19th “Royal Government-Private Sector” forum on 13 November, PM Samdech Hun Manet unveiled a groundbreaking initiative granting foreigners the legal right to long-term leases for real estate in Cambodia, extending up to an impressive 50 years. This landmark decision comes at a time when foreign ownership of land remains […]
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PM: To Spur Economic Activity, Unused Land with Size More Than 5 Hectares is Subject to Tax
Prime Minister Samdech Hun Manet revealed a groundbreaking tax reform concerning unused land in Cambodia. The prime focus of this reform is to impose taxes on idle lands exceeding 5 hectares, while lands below this threshold will enjoy exemption. The pivotal announcement was made at the 19th “Royal Government-Private Sector” forum on 13 November 2023. […]
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Minister of MME Champions Sustainable Practices in Issuing Mining Licenses
The Ministry of Mines and Energy has declared its commitment to prioritising environmental conservation principles before issuing mining licenses to private companies. During a recent meeting with stakeholders in the mining sector, HE Keo Rattanak, the Minister of Mines and Energy, emphasised the ministry’s stand to strike a delicate balance between conservation efforts and industrial […]
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Prime Minister Pushes for Faster Distribution of Land Titles to Citizens
Prime Minister Sandech Hun Manet has urged the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction to accelerate the distribution of land titles to the people of Cambodia. Currently, only about two million land titles have been distributed, while five million more are yet to be issued. During a recent gathering with garment workers at […]
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Royal Group to Spearhead Development on 10 Hectares of Boeung Ta Mok Land, Backed by Government Allocation
The Cambodian government has designated 10 hectares of Boeung Ta Mok (Boeung Kob Srov) to the Royal Group, represented by Neak Oknha Kith Meng. The decision is encapsulated in Sub-Decree No. 105, dated 29 May 2023. The allocated land, measuring 10 hectares, is situated in Sangkat Pansang, Khan Prek Pnov, Phnom Penh. This transformation, detailed […]
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Gov’t Unlocks 639 Hectares of Prime Land in Stung Hav for Private Investment
Cambodia’s government has unveiled an ambitious plan to transform 639 hectares of pristine state-owned land in Tumnup Rolok commune, Stung Hav district, Preah Sihanouk province into a hub of commercial and service excellence. This strategic development initiative, outlined in Sub-Decree No. 137 issued on 23 June 2023, marks a significant step towards fostering private investment […]
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