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Ministry of Land Launches Coastal Urban Design Competition to Attract Investment & Boost Tourism
The Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction (MLMUPC) has launched an ambitious design competition project to revitalize Cambodia’s coastal regions to drive economic development, boost tourism, and attract foreign investment. The competition, themed “Cambodia, My Motherland, My City, My Coast, My Heart,” focuses on enhancing urban planning in key coastal provinces, including Ke...
Read MoreChinese Major Firm, CGN, Eyes Investment in Cambodia’s RE as Part of Its Global Expansion in 16 Countries
China’s CGN Energy International Holdings Co., Limited. (CGNEI) has expressed keen interest in investing in Cambodia’s renewable energy sector as part of its ambitious global operations spanning 16 countries. The company currently manages 49 green energy projects worldwide and seeks to expand its presence in Southeast Asia, including Cambodia. During a meeting held on 25 September 2024, HE Dr S...
Read MoreApple Commits USD 250 Million on New Campus in Singapore Aiming to Expand Market in ASEAN
Apple has announced a USD 250 million expansion of its Ang Mo Kio campus in Singapore, reinforcing its presence in Southeast Asia with construction set to begin this year, according to Thailand-business news dated 4 September 2024. The project will utilize 100% renewable energy and target LEED certification, highlighting Apple’s dedication to sustainability. The announcement in 2024 reflects Si...
Read MoreChina & Thailand to Build Digital Ecosystem for Smart Cities & Cross-Border Trade
China and Thailand are joining forces to create a robust digital ecosystem aimed at developing smart cities and enhancing cross-border trade, with Chinese technology playing a pivotal role across Southeast Asia. The Digital Economy Promotion Agency of Thailand, in collaboration with cities like Shenzhen and Hangzhou, as well as Guangxi and Yunnan provinces, is spearheading this initiative, as repo...
Read MoreGov’t Revives USD 590 Million in 30 Stalled Projects, Encourages Growth in SHV
In a strategic move to boost economic development, the Cambodian Government has greenlit special incentives for 30 stalled projects in Sihanoukville, representing a total investment of USD 590 million. This decision announced on 26 September 2026, follows the efforts of the Investment Promotion Task Force to resuscitate a wide range of ventures, including smelters, metal processing plants, pack...
Read MoreWorld Bank Approves USD 80 Million Grant to Elevate Cambodia’s Education Sector & Renovate 147 Laboratories
In a significant boost to Cambodia’s education system, the World Bank has approved a USD 80 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 advancement. Thi...
Read MoreCambodia Partners with US Firm to Build Organic Bran Processing Plant to Boost Exports
Cambodia’s Amru Rice and US-based Stabil Nutrition, LLC have signed a major Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly invest in the development of an organic bran processing plant in Cambodia. The state-of-the-art facility will be equipped with cutting-edge American machinery and technology, significantly enhancing Cambodia’s capacity for organic rice processing. This landmark agreement was ...
Read MoreCambodia & Korea Sign Contract to Fast-Track USD 235m Areyaksat Bridge Construction by Mid-2025
Cambodia and Korea have sealed a comprehensive contract to expedite the construction of the Cambodia-Korea Friendship Bridge, with work slated to begin by the end of the first half of 2025. The contract, signed on 25 September 2024, details the technical collaboration between the Ministry of Public Works and Transport and Korea's Yooshin Engineering Corporation. (Read more) The agreement is exp...
Read MoreConstitution Monument, Costs USD 2m, Inaugurated as a National Heritage Landmark
The Constitution Monument, a national heritage site and enduring symbol of Cambodia’s Constitution, was officially inaugurated near the Independence Monument, standing as a proud testament to the nation's legal foundation. This iconic structure, built at a cost of USD 2.24 million, was unveiled during a grand Royal Inauguration Ceremony, presided over by His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni on 24 ...
Read MoreRevolutionizing Transportation: The Shift to Sustainable Infrastructure
Embracing Digital Innovation for Efficient and Risk-Free Construction The transportation industry is increasingly focused on promoting sustainability through infrastructure projects. In order to achieve this, industry leaders are embracing digital workflow. Bentley's rail construction planning solution empowers projects to transition from traditional PDFs to 3D and 4D model-based workflows, sea...
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