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Japan Unveils Vision for Establishing Khmer Village in Japan to Foster Cultural Exchange
In a bid to foster cultural exchange and strengthen the enduring friendship between Japan and Cambodia, Kojima Holdings Co., Ltd., a prominent Japanese entity, has announced its visionary plan to establish a Khmer village in the scenic Canaagawa province. This transformative initiative was unveiled during a significant meeting between Samdech Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia, and Kojima Masan...
Read MoreNew 30,000-Seat Stadium to Redefine Sports & Leisure in Sihanoukville
In a visionary move aimed at enhancing Sihanoukville's allure, the provincial administration has unveiled plans to construct a cutting-edge stadium with a capacity for over 30,000 spectators. This monumental project, discussed in a review meeting on 18 December 2023, signifies a substantial leap in the region's development trajectory. During the meeting, HE Deputy Prime Minister Say Sam Al, Min...
Read MoreThailand’s EV Brand Launches First Production with 20,000 Annual Capacity
Embarking on a significant milestone in its global growth strategy, Hozon Auto's electric vehicle (EV) brand, Neta, commenced production at its inaugural overseas factory in Thailand on 30 November, exceeding initial expectations. The Thai facility, with an annual production capacity of 20,000 units, symbolizes Neta's commitment to strengthening its foothold in right-hand drive markets. The factor...
Read MoreMilestones in Partnership: Cambodia & Japan Forge Collaboration in Seven Vital Sectors
In a momentous exchange, Cambodia and Japan solidified their alliance through the signing of seven pivotal cooperation documents. The ceremony, overseen by Samdech Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia, and His Excellency Kishida Fumio, Prime Minister of Japan, marked the 50th Anniversary of Friendship and the ASEAN-Japan Cooperation Summit. The documents encompass transformative projects: Na...
Read MoreTesla’s Cybertruck Hits the Roads: Deliveries Commence End November After 2-Year Wait
In a much-anticipated move, Tesla initiated deliveries of its groundbreaking Cybertruck on Thursday 30 November, officially venturing into the competitive pickup market in Austin, Texas, according to The Guardian on 1 December 2023. Priced between US$60,990 and US$99,990 for its three variants, Elon Musk, Tesla's CEO, confidently asserted that the Cybertruck offers "more utility than a truck" a...
Read MoreBuilding Bridges of Progress: Europe’s 30-Year Investment Surpasses US$1.4 Billion in Cambodia’s Key Sectors
In an enduring partnership spanning three decades, the European Union has been a steadfast supporter of Cambodia's development, injecting over US$1.4 billion from 1992 to 2022 into crucial sectors. The Council for the Development of Cambodia, in a press release dated 12 December 2023, revealed that this substantial cooperation financing, constituting 4.9% of all support from development partner...
Read MoreUS$2 million Poipet Victim Rehabilitation Centre Unveiled, Signifying Cambodia’s Commitment Against Human Trafficking
The Poipet Victim Rehabilitation Centre in Banteay Meanchey Province was formally inaugurated on 18 December 2023 presided over by HE Sar Sokha, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the National Committee for Combating Human Trafficking (NEC). This state-of-the-art facility, valued at over US$2 million, is emblematic of Cambodia's resolute stance against human trafficking. The Poipet Victims R...
Read MoreBak Kheng Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 Reaches 95% Completion, Unveiled Next Year
The ambitious second phase of the Bak Kheng water treatment plant is on the brink of realization, with construction reaching an impressive 95% completion, according to an update from the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation on 15 December 2023. Scheduled for inauguration in the first quarter of 2024, this crucial phase aligns with the government's commitment to bolster Phnom P...
Read MoreCambodia & Indonesia Forge Stronger Ties with Sisterhood Agreement
In a move to deepen the bonds between Cambodia and Indonesia, the two nations are fast-tracking the signing of a sisterhood agreement between Phnom Penh and Sumatra. The collaborative effort, aimed at strengthening ties, was a focal point of the meeting between HE Khuong Sreng, Governor of the Board of Governors of Phnom Penh, and HE Santo Chea Mosumato, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiar...
Read More118 Nations Commit to Tripling RE Capacity by 2030 at COP28, China and India Yet to Sign
In a landmark move at the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), 118 countries have pledged to triple global renewable energy capacity by 2030. The ambitious commitment, announced as part of the Global Acceleration for Decarbonization initiative during COP28 in Dubai, sets the stage for a transformative shift towar...
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