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Japanese Ship to Make Historic First Docking at Cambodia’s New Ream Port
Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of Cambodia, confirmed that a Japanese ship will be the first vessel to dock at the newly inaugurated Ream Port. This historic event underscores the growing cooperation between Cambodia and Japan, particularly in security and infrastructure development. The commitment was made during a meeting with HE Akiba Takeo, Japan's National Security Adviser, on...
Read MoreCambodia Accelerates Reservoir Registration with 1562 in Total, 13% Registered
Cambodia’s Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology has disclosed that the nation is home to 1,562 irrigation reservoirs, yet only 197 of them—representing a mere 13%—are officially registered. This crucial detail was highlighted during a meeting held on 26 December 2024, where officials underscored the reservoirs' vital role in supporting agriculture and managing water resources. The meetin...
Read MoreDang Kambit Reservoir Dam Construction Reaches 46% Completion, Set to Serve 25k Farmers’ Future
The Dang Kambit Reservoir Dam in Sre Khsach village, Dang Kambit commune, Sandan district, Kampong Thom province, has achieved 46% completion as of 20 December 2024, marking a significant milestone in this transformative project. The update was confirmed during an on-site inspection led by HE Chuon Bitthol, Undersecretary of State, representing HE Tho Chetha, Minister of Water Resources and Meteor...
Read MoreCambodia Expands Diplomatic Horizons with New Embassies in Timor-Leste & Songkhla, Thailand
Cambodia has announced a major diplomatic expansion with the establishment of an embassy in Timor-Leste and a consulate general in Songkhla, Thailand, as formalized under Sub-Decree No. 240 and No. 241 issued on 22 October 2024, marking a strategic step in extending Cambodia’s international relations. The Embassy of the Kingdom of Cambodia in the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste will be based...
Read MoreGlobal Supply Chains Shifting Away from China, with Cambodia Well-Positioned to Seize the Opportunity
The rapid diversification of manufacturing across Southeast Asia is reshaping global supply chains as the region emerges as a key beneficiary. Chinese companies are increasingly implementing the China Plus One strategy, through which additional manufacturing bases outside China are being established to reduce disruption to domestic supply chains. This strategy, coupled with rising foreign direct i...
Read MoreSHV Multi-Purpose Economic Zone Targets USD 20 Billion Investment to Transform the Province
Sihanoukville’s ambitious multi-purpose economic zone development project is set to attract over USD 20 billion in investments from private sector investors and international development partners over the next 15 years. This transformative initiative, championed by the Cambodian government, aims to revitalize the province's economy, elevate local incomes, and establish Sihanoukville as a leadin...
Read MoreNearly 19 Hectares of Landfill Inaugurated in Kampong Cham City
A state-of-the-art landfill spanning 18.67 hectares in Koh Roka village, Koh Roka commune, Kampong Siem district, Kampong Cham province, was officially inaugurated on 24 December 2024. This modern garbage disposal site, constructed as part of the Greater Mekong Subregion Corridor Development Project, Phase 4, was funded by a concessional loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and built by B...
Read More61-Kilometre Road Connecting NR No. 4 to Bokor Mountain Completed with 7 km of Concrete Poured
The construction of a new 61-kilometer road linking NR No. 4 to Bokor Mountain has reached a significant milestone, with 7 kilometers of concrete pouring completed as of 19 December 2024. This update was shared by Sokha Real Estate on their official Facebook page that same afternoon, marking steady progress in this transformative infrastructure project. Planned by the Ministry of Public Works a...
Read MoreChinese Investors Commit USD 2 Billion to Transform Kampong Speu Province
Chinese investors have pledged a transformative USD 2 billion investment into Kampong Speu Province, aiming to invigorate its economy, expand manufacturing capacity, and create approximately 30,000 job opportunities. This landmark announcement was made by HE Cheam Chansophoan, Governor of Kampong Speu, during a high-profile visit to Hong Kong on 21 December 2024. This significant financial comm...
Read MoreNR 41 Completion Marks Milestone in Cambodian Transportation
NR 41, a vital addition to Cambodia's infrastructure, has officially been completed with a total investment exceeding USD 67 million. Stretching over 95 kilometers, the road links NR 4 in Kandal to NR 3 in Kampot, dramatically enhancing regional connectivity and bolstering travel and trade. The announcement came following a detailed inspection led by HE Sui San, Secretary of State at the Minist...
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