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Simplex Vows to Dominate Cambodia Cabinetry Market in Next Five Years
- 16 October 2020
Advertorial: As the construction and real estate sector in Cambodia has been growing steadily, the demand for interior decoration has also increased. Custom-made cabinets are one of the most popular furniture items on the market. So, how to find a high-quality custom made cabinet and which supplier to choose? Simplex Cambodia is one of the leading companies in Cambodia, supplying all kinds of c...
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Construction of NR2 and NR22 16% Complete
- 16 October 2020
After the groundbreaking ceremony in February, the construction and restoration of National Road 2 and 22 from Takmao to Angk Ta Saom has been 16% completed, according to Minister of Public Works and Transport HE Sun Chanthol during his flood-damaged roads inspection on 16 October. “The progress of the construction is going well as planned. If we compare it to our master plan, this road is 16% ...
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Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh GM Confirms Q1 2021 Opening Date
- 16 October 2020
Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh General Manager Herman Kemp has confirmed that the hotel will finally open in the first quarter of 2021, after a period of delay due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Mr Kemp, as of today, the construction is 100% complete, and currently, the team is working on all the interiors of guest rooms, function spaces and dining outlets. “Hyatt Regency Phn...
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Transport Minister Pledges to Prevent Major Roads from Flooding Next Year
- 16 October 2020
The Minister of Public Works and Transport HE Sun Chanthol has said that the government will continue to repair the flood-damaged roads and upgrade them if possible, to prevent severe flooding from next year. HE Sun Chanthol made the claim during an inspection of the flooded National Road 41 on 16 October. “For NR41, the government is expected to start renovating next year. We will pave it h...
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Cambodia, Korea Discuss Sea Transport Agreement
- 14 October 2020
Cambodia and South Korea are currently discussing a new sea transport agreement to reduce legal red tape and boost bilateral trade. The discussion was held on 12 October under the chairmanship of Secretary of State of the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) HE Ros Vanna. HE Ros said that both parties are reviewing the approved model of the agreement and will amend it if necessary f...
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MPWT Discussing Port Draft Law to Boost Water Logistics
- 14 October 2020
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) and other related institutions are discussing and reviewing the port draft law, aiming to enhance and control the water logistic system in Cambodia. The meeting was held on 14 October and chaired by Minister of Public Works and Transport HE Sun Chanthol. The main purpose of the meeting was to review the definition of each article and amend th...
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Sihanoukville Airport Runway Expansion Complete
- 13 October 2020
The runway restoration and expansion at Sihanoukville International Airport has been completed and is scheduled to officially open by the end of 2020, according to the Sihanoukville Provincial Administration. The blessing ceremony for the completion of this new runway was held on 13 October under the presidency of Minister of the Secretariat of Civil Aviation HE Mao Havanna and Sihanoukville Go...
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China-backed Dara Sakor Airport to Test First Flight Before March 2021
- 13 October 2020
The controversial China-backed Dara Sakor Aiport in Koh Kong will run its first test flights before March 31, 2021, as construction is approaching completion, according to Minister of the Secretariat of Civil Aviation HE Mao Havanna during an official inspection from 10-12 October. During the inspection, the technical team reviewed the report from the Union Development Group (UGD) and also visi...
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Japan Providing US$35million Grant Aid to Repair Seven Bridges in Prey Veng and Kratie
- 12 October 2020
The Japanese government is currently providing approximately US$35 million in grant aid to restore seven bridges in Prey Veng and Kratie provinces which under the risk of flooding. Senior Minister of Public Works and Transport HE Sun Chanthol mentioned this during the handover ceremony of road construction machinery on the morning of 12 October. (Read more) “Currently, Japan is providing gra...
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Japan Funds US$1 billion for Infrastructure Development in Cambodia
- 12 October 2020
Japan provided at least US$1 billion in funds, including grant aid and loans for Cambodia infrastructure development, according to the Minister of Public Works and Transport (MPWT). Minister of Public Works and Transport HE Sun Chanthol stated the figure during the handover ceremony of 15 pieces of construction machinery as grant aid from Japan on 12 October. HE Sun Chanthol said that Japan ...
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