Ministry of Public Works Supports Plastic-Modified Asphalt Technology for Sustainable Road Infrastructure
MPWT leadership meets Sri Lanka's AGC Innovate executives to launch a pilot project utilizing PMAC technology capable of recycling up to 3 tons of plastic waste per kilometer Phnom Penh: Transforming plastic waste into high-performance pavement material has emerged as an innovative engineering solution to reduce environmental contamination, lower road maintenance costs, and strengthen infrastru...
Read MoreCambodia Officially Inaugurates $252 Million National Road 10 Connecting Northwestern Hubs to Southwest Coast
The 198.5-kilometer strategic artery slashes travel distance by up to 372 kilometers, connecting three key provinces to boost regional trade and tourism Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet officially inaugurated National Road 10 on October 1, 2026, ushering in a transformative milestone for Cambodia's internal transport network and cross-provincial commerce. Spanning 198.518 kilometers i...
Read MoreJapan’s Tohoku University Research on Cambodia’s Logistics Systems and Economic Corridor Development
MPWT Undersecretary Vasim Sorya meets Japanese delegation led by Professor Yukiharu KOBAYASHI to review JICA-backed logistics initiatives and cross-border transport strategies Phnom Penh: Modernizing national logistics networks and optimizing key economic corridors remain fundamental drivers for lowering transport costs and strengthening Cambodia's regional competitiveness. On September 30, 202...
Read MoreCambodia and Japan Partner to Prioritize Railway Network Rehabilitation and Urban Rail Systems
Cambodia and Japan have officially initiated joint consultations to establish strategic priorities for restoring national railway infrastructure and conducting preliminary studies on urban rail transit systems. The initial high-level session, convened on September 28, 2026, was chaired by H.E. Koy Sodany, Permanent Secretary of State at the Ministry of Public Works and Transport. The meeting broug...
Read MoreCambodian Transport Delegation Meets AIIB Officials in Beijing to Strengthen Infrastructure Funding and Project Delivery
Minister Peng Ponea holds talks with AIIB Investment Director Kim-See Lim to review ongoing projects, evaluate new proposals, and expand development financing ties Beijing: Strengthening strategic partnerships with international financial institutions remains a vital component of Cambodia's broader efforts to expand its infrastructure network and foster sustainable economic development. On the ...
Read MoreAdvancing Sustainable Transport: Cambodia’s Vision for Economic Resilience and Regional Integration
Cambodia highlights infrastructure progress under Pentagonal Strategy–Phase I, emphasizing multi-modal transport development, reduced logistics costs, and smart digital systems Beijing: Advancing sustainable transport systems and embracing digital innovation have become essential drivers for reinforcing economic resilience, facilitating international trade, and deepening regional integration. O...
Read MoreCambodia and China Sign MoU to Elevate Capacity Building, Logistics, and Infrastructure Technology
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport of Cambodia and the Ministry of Transport of the People's Republic of China signed a Memorandum of Understanding on transport capacity building cooperation on September 21, 2026. The strategic agreement was formalized during a high-level bilateral meeting held in China between H.E. Peng Ponea, Cambodia's Minister of Public Works and Transport, and H.E. Li...
Read MoreMinistry of Public Works and JICA Inspect Progress on National Road 5 Upgrade to Ensure Quality and Safety
Public Works Minister Peng Ponea orders strict technical oversight on the Serei Saophoan-Poipet section, prioritizing vehicle weigh station installation and advanced traffic safety equipment Ensuring construction quality, infrastructure longevity, and road safety remains a paramount priority for the Royal Government of Cambodia as it upgrades key economic transit corridors across the Kingdom. O...
Read MoreCambodian Transport Delegation Inspects Wastewater Pump Manufacturing Facilities in Hungary for Takhmao Development Project
Secretary of State H.E. Ros Vanna leads technical mission to Budapest Central Wastewater Treatment Plant and Grundfos factory to ensure high-standard infrastructure implementation Hungary: Developing modern wastewater treatment infrastructure remains a critical priority for Cambodia as the government seeks to improve urban sanitation, protect natural water ecosystems, and ensure sustainable mun...
Read MoreCambodian Attends 21st APSF General Assembly in Seoul to Drive Regional Logistics Standardization
Public Works Ministry and logistics leaders present national progress on the APSF Roadmap 2030 and explore smart cold-chain systems across South Korea to elevate supply chain efficiency Seoul: Modernizing national supply chains and harmonizing trade standards remain critical imperatives for the Royal Government of Cambodia as it works to boost economic competitiveness and streamline cross-borde...
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