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National Road 7 Expansion Project on Track for Early Completion

The ambitious project to expand and improve National Road 7, transforming it from a two-lane to a four-lane highway, is currently 43% complete and is expected to finish ahead of schedule. The 45.5-kilometre stretch of road runs from Vang Vong Moul Skun in Cheung Prey district to the base of the Kizuna Bridge in Kampong Cham city. During an inspection of the project on 20 March, HE Lim Sidenin, ...

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India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway Stalled Amid Conflict in Myanmar

The USD 114 billion India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway, a crucial 1,360-kilometre infrastructure project designed to enhance ASEAN economic integration and strengthen India’s trade presence in Southeast Asia, faces major setbacks due to ongoing instability in Myanmar. Designed as a four-lane highway, the Trilateral Highway is part of India’s broader infrastructure vision, which aims to exte...

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US Chamber of Commerce to Boost Investment in Cambodia’s Digital Sector

The American Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia has pledged to attract US investments to the country’s growing digital sector. Chamber president Casey Barnett announced this commitment during a meeting with HE Minister Chea Vandet on 20 March 2025. Mr. Barnett praised the ministry’s reform efforts and emphasised collaboration between US investors and Cambodian businesses. Minister Chea Vande...

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EnerCam Receives Permit for Oil & Gas Exploration in Cambodia

EnerCam Resources Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Angkor Resources Corp. (ARC), has received formal approval to proceed with its oil and gas exploration project in Block VIII, located onshore in southwestern Cambodia. The permit, issued on 9 March 2025, marks a significant milestone in Cambodia's energy sector. With this approval, EnerCam is set to begin exploration activities aimed at confirming the...

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Omani Delegation Explores Investment Opportunities in Cambodia

An Omani delegation is seeking investment partners in Cambodia to strengthen economic ties between the two nations. During a meeting on 18 March 2025, HE Sar Shinira, Deputy Secretary General of the Investment Committee of Cambodia, met with Mr. Nguyen Xuan Giao, Executive Director of the Vietnam-Oman Investment Agency. Mr. Giao highlighted the agency's focus on investing in Southeast Asia, par...

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Cambodian Government Set to Launch Incentive Policy for Domestic Assembly Production

The Government of Cambodia is on the verge of introducing a ground-breaking incentive policy to boost domestic assembly production and significantly reduce imports. Prime Minister Hun Manet announced this initiative during the 2nd annual conference of the Cambodian Oknha Association, where he outlined the government's 2025 economic plans. The forthcoming policy is designed to encourage private ...

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TotalEnergies Commits to Renewable Energy Investment through Cambodia’s REDD+ Initiative

In a significant move towards sustainable development, TotalEnergies has announced its plans to invest in renewable energy initiatives aligned with Cambodia’s REDD+ project. This commitment was confirmed during a meeting between HE Dr Eang Sophallet, Minister of Environment, and Ms. Dinah Kumar, Managing Director of TotalEnergies. During their discussion, Minister Sophallet underscored the vita...

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Government Unveils 7 Key Measures to Combat Public Water Pollution

The Cambodian government has announced a strategy to combat public water pollution, detailing seven key measures to protect water resources. The new circular emphasises the importance of water quality for citizens' health and urges businesses and property developers to install automatic liquid waste discharge monitoring devices. Key measures include: Waste Treatment Systems: Factories must...

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Europe Commits Over USD 86 Million to Modernize Cambodian Agriculture

The European Union has announced a significant investment of nearly €80 million (approximately USD 86 million) to transform Cambodia’s agriculture sector and enhance farmers' access to local and global markets. The agreement was formalised today in Phnom Penh by HE Professor Aun Pornmonirath, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance, and Ms Nicola Beer, Vice President of the Eu...

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Cambodia & Finland Join Forces to Enhance Environmental Protection and Waste Management

In a significant step towards environmental sustainability, Cambodia and Finland have formalised their partnership to bolster hazardous waste management, particularly focusing on recycling lead-acid batteries. This strategic collaboration aims to pave the way toward carbon neutrality, a shared goal for both nations. During a pivotal meeting today, HE Dr. Eang Sophallet, Cambodia's Minister of E...

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