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Cambodian Government Announces Exciting Initiative to Beautify National Roads
To enhance the visual appeal of cities and towns across the country, the Cambodian government is launching a ground-breaking campaign called "National Road Free of Plastic Trash" starting 1 January 2025. This initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Environment, aims to revitalize major national roads—including Roads 3, 4, 41, and 51—by ensuring they are free from plastic waste. The campaign ...
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Cambodia Announces Stamp Duty Exemption for First-Time Home Buyers in 2025
In a significant move to boost the real estate market and support first-time home buyers, the Royal Government of Cambodia has announced a one-year exemption from stamp duty for properties priced at USD 210,000 or less. This initiative will be effective from 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2025, according to the government’s announcement issued on 31 December 2024. Eligibility Criteria for Buyers...
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Exciting New Year Discounts on Cambodian eVisas!
As we welcome 2025, the Royal Government of Cambodia is kicking off the New Year with a fantastic announcement for international travelers! Starting 1 January 2025, visitors to the Kingdom of Wonder can enjoy substantial discounts on their eVisa fees, making exploring the country’s rich culture and breathtaking landscapes easier and more affordable. In a press release dated 28 December 2024, of...
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Guangxi Positions Itself as Digital Silk Road Hub, Achieving 182% Trade Growth with ASEAN
Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region is stepping up efforts to solidify its position as a key hub for the Digital Silk Road, driving high-quality digital economy growth and strengthening ASEAN cooperation through the China-ASEAN Information Port. Officials announced that the region achieved an impressive 182% year-on-year trade growth with ASEAN in the first three quarters of 2024, exceeding the natio...
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Japanese Ship to Make Historic First Docking at Cambodia’s New Ream Port
Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of Cambodia, confirmed that a Japanese ship will be the first vessel to dock at the newly inaugurated Ream Port. This historic event underscores the growing cooperation between Cambodia and Japan, particularly in security and infrastructure development. The commitment was made during a meeting with HE Akiba Takeo, Japan's National Security Adviser, on...
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Cambodian Banks Cut Interest Rates to 8% to Revive Real Estate Sector
To boost Cambodia’s struggling real estate sector, leading banking and financial institutions have announced a significant reduction in interest rates for real estate loans, cutting rates to 8% annually. This decision, aimed at reducing financial burdens on homebuyers and revitalizing the housing market, follows a Construction and Real Estate Working Group “D” meeting chaired by HE Say Sam Al, ...
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Global Supply Chains Shifting Away from China, with Cambodia Well-Positioned to Seize the Opportunity
The rapid diversification of manufacturing across Southeast Asia is reshaping global supply chains as the region emerges as a key beneficiary. Chinese companies are increasingly implementing the China Plus One strategy, through which additional manufacturing bases outside China are being established to reduce disruption to domestic supply chains. This strategy, coupled with rising foreign direct i...
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SHV Multi-Purpose Economic Zone Targets USD 20 Billion Investment to Transform the Province
Sihanoukville’s ambitious multi-purpose economic zone development project is set to attract over USD 20 billion in investments from private sector investors and international development partners over the next 15 years. This transformative initiative, championed by the Cambodian government, aims to revitalize the province's economy, elevate local incomes, and establish Sihanoukville as a leadin...
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SHV Province Enhances Safety with 433 Security Cameras Across 533 Strategic Locations
Preah Sihanouk province has successfully installed 433 new security cameras across key strategic locations in a major stride towards improving public safety. This advanced surveillance network, which includes 533 monitoring points throughout Sihanoukville, was unveiled during a press conference led by HE Mang Sineth, Governor of Preah Sihanouk province, with over 60 journalists in attendance. ...
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Cambodia Eyes Potential to Expand World-class Integrated Resorts Market, with 87 Casinos Currently Operating
Cambodia is advancing plans to expand its casino industry by developing world-class integrated resorts (IRs) and implementing attractive tax policies to entice investors. The announcement was made on 10 December 2024 by Khim Oudam, Deputy Director of Licensing at Cambodia's Commercial Gambling Management Commission (CGMC), during remarks to GGRAsia. The country’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) tax ...
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