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Cambodian Gov’t Revives 40 Stalled Buildings in Sihanoukville; Seven Buildings Already Completed
In a significant step towards revitalizing Sihanoukville’s economy, the Cambodian government has successfully initiated the reconstruction of 40 out of 101 stalled buildings in the province. This announcement was made recently by HE Mang Sinet, Governor of the Sihanoukville Provincial Government. The governor attributed this progress to the Sihanoukville Investment Promotion Policy 2024, which ...
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Cambodia Raises USD 70 Million Through Government Bonds in Nine Months of 2024
In nine months, the Cambodian government raised approximately USD 70 million through the sale of government bonds to domestic investors in the first nine months of 2024. This achievement, which represents 65% of the legally allowed issuance limit of 440 billion riels, underscores the country's commitment to strengthening its domestic funding mechanisms and reducing reliance on foreign borrowing. ...
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Cambodia’s Public Debt Reaches USD 11.78 Billion by Q3 2024
Cambodia’s public debt reached USD 11.78 billion by the end of the third quarter of 2024. According to a recent report by the Ministry of Economy and Finance, this debt comprises USD 11.67 billion in external debt (99%) and USD 115 million in domestic debt (1%). The external debt portfolio is diversified across multiple currencies, with 45% denominated in US dollars, 19% in Special Drawing Righ...
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Sihanoukville Attracts USD 487 Million in Investment with 48 New Projects
Sihanoukville’s economic transformation is gaining momentum, with the Cambodian government approving 48 new investment projects worth USD 487 million. These initiatives, announced by the Investment Promotion Working Group on 3 December 2024, are set to receive special incentives to stimulate local economic growth and business development. The projects comprise 16 initiatives aimed at repurposin...
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Cambodia to Establish 230 Model Villages by 2028 as Part of Rural Development Strategy
The Ministry of Rural Development has unveiled a visionary plan to develop 230 model villages throughout Cambodia by the end of 2028, an initiative to transform rural communities through sustainable and inclusive growth. The announcement was made on 10 December 2024 during a certificate-awarding ceremony recognizing 30 exemplary villages for meeting high development standards. HE Chhay Riths...
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Cambodia Issued New Wastewater Law Outlining Strategic Plan for Wastewater System Development to Ensure Sustainability
The Cambodian government has identified five priority areas to advance the planning and development of wastewater systems, a key initiative aimed at boosting public welfare and ensuring environmental sustainability. The announcement follows the enactment of the Law on Wastewater System on 22 November 2024, a comprehensive legal framework comprising 16 chapters and 113 articles. The priority are...
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Cambodia Unveils 10-Year Plan, Prioritising Transport & Logistics Sector Development
Cambodia has identified the transport and logistics sector as its top priority in a new 10-year development plan for 2025–2035 to modernize infrastructure and foster economic growth. The Royal Government of Cambodia confirmed this decision on 3 December 2024 as part of a comprehensive strategy to strengthen public-private partnerships and enhance key infrastructure such as roads, bridges, ports, a...
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Cambodia Extends Incentives to USD 40 Million Steel Manufacturing Project in Sihanoukville
The Cambodian government has granted special incentives to Huale Steel (Cambodia) Co., Ltd., a steel manufacturing company in Sihanoukville, with an investment capital of USD 40 million. This decision was finalized during a meeting led by HE Dr. Hean Sahib, Chairman of the Investment Promotion Working Group for Sihanoukville Province, on 25 November 2024. The company, which received its registr...
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PM Halts Issuance of Brewery Licenses for Domestic Distribution to Bolster Market Stability
In a landmark decision to regulate Cambodia’s brewery industry, PM Samdech Hun Manet announced a ban on issuing new licenses for breweries targeting the domestic market. The announcement was made during the closing ceremony of the Ministry of Mines and Energy's annual meeting, summarising 2024 results in November. PM Hun Manet clarified that breweries focused on export production will continue ...
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CDC Unveils Groundbreaking Investment Project Management System to Boost Investor Confidence
The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has officially launched the innovative “CDC Investment Project Management System (cdcPM),” a state-of-the-art digital platform designed to simplify and streamline the investment application process. This system allows investors to apply from anywhere and anytime, enhancing efficiency, reducing processing times, and ensuring greater transparency ...
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