Laws and Regulation
Cambodia Strengthens Investment Climate with New Tax Law Approval
In a momentous move that underscores Cambodia's commitment to fostering a favorable investment climate, the draft tax law has been officially approved and promulgated, garnering the signature of the esteemed King of the Kingdom of Cambodia on 16th May 2023. This new legislation comprises 20 comprehensive chapters and 255 articles, meticulously designed to facilitate, improve, and address gaps w...
Read MoreCambodia Unveils New Draft Law on Special Economic Zones to Boost Diversification and Industrial Connectivity
In an exciting development, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has recently completed the drafting of a comprehensive law on special economic zones (SEZs), poised to be launched in the near future. This momentous step towards economic diversification and enhanced industrial connectivity was announced by HE Chea Vuthy, Deputy Secretary-General of the CDC's Cambodian Investment Com...
Read MoreCollaborative Efforts Unleashed: 30 Protected Area Management Projects Unveiled in 7 Provinces
In a momentous display of collaboration, the Ministry of Environment and the Ministry of Rural Development have joined forces to initiate the Cambodia Sustainable Landscape and Ecotourism Sustainability Project (CSLEP) across 30 protected areas spanning seven provinces. The remarkable initiative was highlighted during the "Ensuring Safety, Environment, and Society" training course held on 11 May 2...
Read MoreTP Moral Group Granted Approval to Develop 1,247 Hectares of Land in Kep, Unveiling a New Satellite City
In a groundbreaking move, TP Moral Group has received official approval from the Royal Government to embark on an ambitious venture that entails the development of two satellite cities and sacred tourist sites spanning an expansive area of 1,247 hectares. The highly coveted land parcels are strategically located in Sangkat Kep, Kep City, as well as Pong Teuk Commune and Angkol Commune in Damnak Ch...
Read MoreExclusive Bus Lines Launched by Government for Seamless Access to Phnom Penh’s Spectacular SEA Games
To ensure hassle-free transportation for national and international visitors attending the highly anticipated 32nd Southeast Asian Games and the 12th ASEAN Para Games 2023, the Phnom Penh Capital Administration has introduced two dedicated express bus lines. This announcement, made on 5 May 2023, underscores the government's commitment to providing convenient and efficient travel options during th...
Read MoreGov’t Approves Comprehensive Environmental and Natural Resources Law to Propel Green Development
In a significant move towards sustainable development, the Cambodian Government has granted approval to the draft law of Environment and Natural Resources. The draft, consisting of 12 chapters and 865 articles, received the endorsement of the Council of Ministers during its plenary session on 28 April 2023. This comprehensive legislation aims to consolidate and streamline existing laws and regu...
Read MoreGov’t Allocates 649 Hectares of Land in Toek Poss District to Private Firm for Development
In a significant move, the Cambodian Government has approved the allocation of 649 hectares of land in Teuk Phos District to private firm One Fraternity Co., as stated in Sub-Decree No. 154, translated on 26 July 2022. This sizable parcel of land within the Oral Wildlife Sanctuary encompasses Kdol Sen Chey Commune and Chiep Commune in Teuk Phos District, Kampong Chhnang Province. The land ha...
Read More5 years, Svay Rieng Provincial Authority registered 115 villages and issued over 130k plots of land
The Svay Rieng provincial authorities have achieved a remarkable feat in the last five years, systematically registering land in 115 villages, 22 communes, and Sangkat in 8 districts. HE Men Vibol, Governor of Svay Rieng Province, made this announcement during the press conference on "Success in the past 5 years" of Svay Rieng Provincial Administration held on 27 April 2023. The provincial auth...
Read MoreGOV’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 comes after seeing that the implementation ...
Read MorePhnom Penh Municipal Court to Relocate to State-of-the-Art School of Justice in OCIC Development Zone
The Phnom Penh Municipal Court and Prosecutor's Office are set to relocate to a new location in the OCIC Development Zone, according to an announcement by the Phnom Penh Municipal Court on 26 April 2023. The move is scheduled to take place on 12 June 2023. The Phnom Penh Municipal Court will move from its current location at building 25, Street 271, Sangkat Veal Vong, Khan 7 Makara, to the Scho...
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