WB Approves USD80 Million Grant to Elevate Cambodia’s Education Sector and Renovate 147 Laboratories
In a significant boost to Cambodia’s education system, the World Bank has approved an USD80 million grant aimed at upgrading the country’s tertiary education and research infrastructure. Over the next six years, the financing will be used to renovate 147 laboratories across nine public higher education institutions, providing improved facilities for academic growth and research […]
Cambodia Unveils National Customs School as the Newest Asia-Pacific Training Hub
Cambodia has officially launched its National Customs School as the 11th Asia-Pacific Training Center of the World Customs Organization (WCO), marking a major milestone in the country’s role in international customs training and cooperation. The inauguration ceremony was presided over by His Excellency Dr Aun Porn Moniroth, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and […]
Japan Grants Over US$57m to Cambodia for Human Resource & Infrastructure Development
The Ministry of Economy and Finance and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have signed two agreements worth 8.679 million yen (US$57.5 million) to support human resource and infrastructure development in Cambodia. This was announced in a joint press release on 19 July 2024. The agreements include a grant financing agreement and a concessional loan […]
World Bank Grants Nearly US$80m to Cambodia to Enhance Over 1,500 Educational Institutions Nationwide
The World Bank has allocated an additional US$79.5 million to Cambodia to improve access to quality education across 1,590 educational institutions. This expansion, announced in a press release on 30 May 2024, builds upon an initial funding package of US$69.25 million approved in January 2022. The new financing package includes a US$60 million loan from […]
A New Blueprint: CCA Unveiling of Cambodia’s Construction Regulations Sets Industry Standard
In a significant move for the construction industry, the Cambodia Constructors Association (CCA) led the way by hosting a workshop that unveiled new construction laws and regulations, setting a new standard for the sector’s future. This pivotal event, which took place on 22 April 2024 at the Olympia Hotel, saw the participation of over 100 […]
Room to Read’s 20-Year Impact: 339 Library Buildings Constructed in Cambodia
Over the past two decades, Room to Read Cambodia (RRC) has made a significant impact on education by constructing 339 libraries across Cambodia. This milestone was announced by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports on 9 April 2024. In addition to the construction of libraries, RRC has established 2,111 school libraries and provided training […]