Urbanization and Architect
US$34-million Japan-Funded Flood Protection & Drainage System Inaugurated
A US$36-million Japan-funded flood protection and drainage system phase 4 in Phnom Penh has been officially inaugurated, playing a vital role in urban development in the capital. The inauguration ceremony was held on 20 April under the presidency of Samdech Prime Minister Hun Sen. The project took 36 months to be constructed, starting from December […]
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Germany Conducts Sustainable Ecocity Transformation Project in Phnom Penh
The Federal Republic of Germany, through a project entitled Build4People, is conducting a study to transform the quality of life of the residents in Phnom Penh toward a sustainable residential development system. This project was presented at a 4-day workshop on “Ecocity Transformation Lab, Enhancing Quality of Life through Sustainable Urban Transformation in Cambodia“ on […]
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New Multi-Purpose Commercial Building Opened Along Monivong Blvd in Kbal Thnal Area
A new 10-storey mixed-use development building—Kampus— has been officially opened, with the inauguration ceremony presided over by HE Hun Many, President of the Union of Youth Federations of Cambodia, on 12 March. Located along Monivong Blvd in Kbal Thnal area, the building is built with a unique design with a total gross area of 10,543 […]
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Authorities to Demolish Illegal Constructions Along Two Major Roads
Local authorities in Phnom Penh capital and Kandal province will begin the demolition work of all illegal constructions and business vendors along Mao Tse Tong Blvd and NR21 to prepare for road and sidewalk renovation. According to the announcement issued on 7 March, the Tuol Kork district administration will begin to act soon, while urging […]
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City Hall to Transform Stueng Meanchey into a Model Liveable Community
The Phnom Penh Capital Administration plans to re-organise, build, and upgrade public infrastructure in the Stung Meanchey area to transform the community into a model organised liveable community. According to an official meeting held on 7 March, the project will include building public spaces, common areas, community centres, sidewalks, gyms, gardens, among other amenities. The […]
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US$190-million Cambodia’s largest water treatment plant 60% complete
Construction of the Bakeng water treatment plant phase 1, Cambodia’s largest plant with a treatment capacity of almost 200,000 m3/day, has reached 60% completion as of February and is scheduled to be completed as planned in 2023. HE Long Naro, Director General of Phnom Penh Water Supply Authority, said on March 1 that currently the […]
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Inter-Ministries, WB to Establish Standardised Solid Waste & Plastic Management in 5 Cities
The Ministry of Interior has partnered with the Ministry of Economy and Finance, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, the Ministry of Environment and the World Bank to study and develop a project to improve solid and plastic waste management in Cambodia. The project will be implemented with a US$60-million budget funded by the […]
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Japanese Experts Share Insights & Urban Development Tips with Cambodia
Japanese urban planning and development officials and experts have shared their experiences and provided recommendations for Cambodia to help enhance city planning as Cambodia is moving toward smart city development. The insight within the construction and urban planning sector was discussed at the 3rd Public-Private Forum on “Cambodia-Japan Urban Development’ held virtually on 16 February. […]
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MPWT Drafting Design for New Wastewater Treatment System in Takhmao City
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) together with the contracted firm has begun drafting the design of the wastewater treatment system in Takhmao city, aiming to push the project into reality soon. The discussion meeting was chaired by MPWT Under-Secretary of State and Project Coordinator HE Kem Borey on Tuesday 15 February with […]
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Japan Proposes Study on Flood Prevention System for Prek Tnaot River
Japan has proposed to seek remedies to the severe flooding of the Prek Tnaot River, which has been damaging infrastructure and threatening the lives of people in the Southern part of Phnom Penh and surrounding provinces continuously for multiple years. The proposal was made by the President of the Japan-Cambodia Association Mr Takahashi Fumaiki in […]
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