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Kampong Speu Authorities confiscated 1,400 hectares of forest land in Oral district
- 25 May 2024
In the first five months of 2024, Kampong Speu provincial authorities decided to confiscate more than 1,400 hectares of forest land in Kampong Speu province's Oral district as state property after illegal land acquisition. This is according to the orders of the three administrations of Kampong Speu province, which include: First, an order issued on April 13, 2024, Kampong Speu Provincial Aut...
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Kampong Speu Province to Welcome Four New Factories with US$25m investment, Creating Over 1,200 Jobs
- 25 May 2024
The Cambodian investment landscape is buzzing with new developments in Kampong Speu province. The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) recently greenlit four investment projects with a combined value of nearly US$25 million. These new factories are expected to generate significant employment opportunities, creating over 1,200 new jobs for the local workforce. The official approval came...
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Cambodia Revs Up for Carbon Neutrality 2025: Electric Vehicles Take Centre Stage
- 24 May 2024
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) has announced a strategic push towards electric vehicles (EVs) to achieve the ambitious goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. This declaration, made by HE Peng Po, the Minister of MPWT, at the International Transport Forum Summit, Germany on 23 May 2024, underscores Cambodia's commitment to environmental sustainability, despite the country's current ...
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Anglo-Swedish Pharma Giant AstraZeneca to Build US$1.5bn Green Cancer Treatment Facility in Singapore
- 24 May 2024
Leading pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca, a joint venture between British and Swedish interests, has announced a significant investment of US$1.5 billion in a brand-new cancer treatment plant located in Singapore. This state-of-the-art facility will focus on the production of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), a new generation of targeted cancer therapies. The news, reported by Reuters on 20 May 2...
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Robert Street Bridge Rehab Pioneers Cutting-Edge Digital Innovations in Bridge Engineering
- 24 May 2024
Robert Street Bridge Rehab Pioneers Cutting-Edge Digital Innovations in Bridge Engineering Historic Bridge Renovation Utilises Artificial Intelligence & Digital Twins to Enhance Inspection Process For nearly a century, the iconic rainbow arch of the Robert Street Bridge has stood as a landmark in St. Paul, Minnesota. This Moderne-style structure has not only been a significant feature of...
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Thai Transport Minister Unveils Ambitious US$27bn Land Bridge Project to Chinese Investors
- 23 May 2024
Thailand’s Transport Minister, Suriya Jungrungreangkit, recently promoted a US$27 billion land bridge project to Chinese investors in Beijing, aiming to alleviate congestion in the Malacca Strait, the world's busiest sea corridor. The Nation newspaper reports that the proposed plan involves constructing two deepwater ports on either side of the Thai isthmus, connected by a 100km railway and motorw...
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Beijing Unveils Smart Rail Project Using Data Analytics System for Reducing Carbon Emission While Optimizing Efficiency in City
- 23 May 2024
Leveraging Data Analytics and Model-Based Approaches to Optimize Station Placement and Multimodal Connectivity Reducing Carbon through Public Transportation Effective public transportation is essential for vibrant, sustainable cities. It not only enhances the quality of life for residents but also significantly reduces the reliance on carbon-emitting private vehicles and cuts down on other a...
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Significant Boost in Phnom Penh’s Telecommunication Infrastructure with 74 New Antenna Towers
- 22 May 2024
To enhance telephone service quality, 74 new antenna towers have been installed, and 157 antenna stations are now operational in Phnom Penh, as announced on 7 May 2024 during a progress review meeting led by HE Chea Vandeth, Minister of Posts and Telecommunications (MOPT). During the meeting, it was detailed that the special task force in Boreys had successfully erected 74 "common antenna tower...
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MOE & MOL Signed MoU to Reduce Plastic Use in Workplaces to Boost Productivity
- 22 May 2024
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at reducing plastic use in enterprises and establishments to enhance the working environment and increase productivity has been signed by the Ministry of Environment and the Ministry of Labor & Vocational Training. This significant agreement was presided over by HE Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment, and HE Heng Sour, Minister of Labor & Voca...
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Himalayan Bungy Elevates Adventure Tourism in Rishikesh to Unprecedented Heights
- 22 May 2024
Skeleton Consultants Overcome Structural Hurdles to Engineer India’s Tallest Bungee Tower Nestled on the right bank of the Ganges River amidst the foothills of the Himalayas, Rishikesh in India stands as a revered pilgrimage site for Hindus and is globally acknowledged as the epicenter of yoga. Annually, it beckons yogis from around the world to partake in the esteemed International Yoga Festi...
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