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Ministry of Land Management and Build4People Review ‘6 Toolboxes’ to Advance Sustainable and Liveable Urban Development in Cambodia
- 15 September 2026
High-level meeting underscores a paradigm shift from traditional infrastructure construction toward people-centered, environmentally integrated, and holistic urban planning Phnom Penh: Rapid urbanization across Cambodia is reshaping the physical landscape, driving policy decisions that balance structural expansion with environmental preservation and community well-being. On September 4, 2026, S...
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Ministry of Land Management and JICA Align Phnom Penh Urban Transport Master Plan 2050 with Capital Land Use Vision
- 14 September 2026
Strategic meeting reviews study findings and integrates urban mobility framework into future spatial planning to ensure sustainable metropolitan growth Phnom Penh: Aligning infrastructure growth with comprehensive spatial planning remains a cornerstone strategy for the Royal Government of Cambodia in managing rapid urban expansion and enhancing the quality of life in the capital. Following the ...
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Cambodian Land Ministry Inspects 64-Hectare Public Park Developments in Kandal Province
- 10 September 2026
Secretary of State H.E. Chhoeun Bunnarat leads site review for Boeng Tboung and Boeng Damrei Srut park projects to expand green urban spaces across Khsach Kandal and Arey Ksat Kandal Province: Expanding green public zones and protecting natural ecosystems surrounding the capital have become core tenets of Cambodia's sustainable urbanization agenda. On September 1, 2026, Secretary of State H.E. ...
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Cambodia Enhances Sustainable Urban Planning Capacity Through Regional Training in South Korea
- 2 September 2026
Housing ministry delegates participate in UN-Habitat supported program focusing on the "Housing at the Centre" approach to build climate resilience across Asian cities Gangwon State: As rapid urbanization and environmental vulnerabilities continue to reshape municipalities across Asia, sustainable housing strategies have emerged as a critical foundation for resilient urban development. Addressi...
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Cambodia Shapes National Urban Standards to Build Resilient and Sustainable Cities
- 27 May 2026
Deputy Prime Minister Say Samal outlines a sweeping decentralization plan at the World Urban Forum, prioritizing digital networks, inclusive housing, and local governance The Cambodian government is spearheading a comprehensive framework to standardize the foundational principles, infrastructure, and essential public services across all cities nationwide. Designed to bolster long-term urban resil...
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Cambodian Government Shifts Strategy to Integrated Social Land Concessions with Essential Infrastructure Support
- 23 February 2026
Deputy Prime Minister Say Samal emphasizes a holistic approach to land distribution aimed at securing long-term livelihoods and modern housing for citizens Moving forward, the Royal Government of Cambodia is redefining its approach to social land concessions by ensuring that land distribution is accompanied by the development of critical supporting infrastructure. This shift aims to do more than j...
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Kreung Indigenous Community Land Officially Registered in Ratanakiri Province
- 19 October 2025
In a significant development for the Kreung Indigenous Community, the Ratanakiri Provincial Administration has officially registered their land, affirming their collective ownership rights. The Department of Land Management, Urban Planning, Construction, and Cadastre announced the registration of the land plot number 098, which measures an impressive 15.9613 hectares, and the Land plot number 099,...
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Germany Conducts Sustainable Ecocity Transformation Project in Phnom Penh
- 15 March 2022
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 14-18 March hosted in ...
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Gov’t to Enhance Drainage & Sewage System in North-eastern Cities
- 11 March 2022
The government is planning to expand and improve the drainage and wastewater treatment systems in three cities in the north-eastern provinces, with Sen Monorom city in Mondulkiri, set as a pilot. The project to improve the drainage and wastewater treatment system was discussed in a meeting between relevant officials on Thursday 9 March. Mr Heng Sal Piseth of the Ministry of Public Works and ...
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City Hall to Transform Stueng Meanchey into a Model Liveable Community
- 9 March 2022
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 project als...
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