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Gov’t Prioritises 50C Road & Cambodia’s Longest Bridge Project Crossing Tonle Sap River in 2024
- 1 March 2024
In a strategic move poised to redefine Cambodia's infrastructure landscape, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) has earmarked the construction of the National Road 50C, a pivotal link between Kampong Chhnang and Kampong Thom, for commencement in 2024. This announcement was made at the culmination of the MPWT's annual meeting on 29 February 2024, emphasising the government's commitmen...
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PATA Advocates for Tranquillity: Plans for a Meditation Centre Unveiled in Stung Popok, Koh Kong Province
- 1 March 2024
In a groundbreaking move to promote ecotourism, religious tourism, and nature conservation, the Cambodia Asia Pacific Tourism Association (PATA) proposed the establishment of the Stung Popok Meditation Centre in Sre Ambel district, Koh Kong province. Highlighting the project's potential to enrich local economies and lifestyles, Dr Thoun Sinan, Chairman of PATA, presented the initiative to HE Dr En...
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Cambodia Greenlights 22 Investment Projects Worth US$444m in a 15-Day Spree
- 29 February 2024
In a dynamic economic surge, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has approved 22 new investment projects, amassing a staggering US$444 million in just 15 days during February. The industrial sector emerged as the primary recipient of these investments, with significant contributions, 15 projects, also flowing into infrastructure and agriculture. The CDC's press release on 19 Febru...
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CDC Greenlights Nearly US$600m Investment Injection into Preah Sihanouk Province
- 29 February 2024
The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has approved two investment initiatives totalling close to US$600 million, both slated for development in Preah Sihanouk province. The announcement comes following a CDC meeting convened on 28 February 2024. The first sanctioned project involves Ban Dao Investment Co., LTD, committing a capital investment of US$574 million. This venture aims to ...
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Japanese Firm, Minebea Cambodia, to Establish US$650m SEZ on 50ha of Land in Pursat
- 28 February 2024
Minebea Cambodia is set to embark on its second investment project, allocating approximately US$650 million to acquire a 50-hectare plot in Pursat province, where it plans to establish a special economic zone. The decision was announced by HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister & First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia during an interview on 24 February 2024. HE ...
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Progress Update: Rehabilitation of National Road No. 48 (Sre Ambel-Koh Kong) Reaches 43%
- 27 February 2024
In a recent update on 20 February 2024, the rehabilitation project for National Road No. 48 (Sre Ambel-Koh Kong) has achieved a notable milestone, completing 42.71% of the planned improvements. The project is on track for its scheduled completion by the end of April 2025. During a meeting on 23 February 2024, HE So Victor, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, engage...
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Opening of Bak Kheng Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 Set to Transform Water Supply Landscape
- 27 February 2024
The second phase of the Bak Kheng water treatment plant is poised to commence operations on 29 February 2024. The noteworthy development, as reported by the Phnom Penh Water Supply Authority's Facebook page, signals a major stride in bolstering the nation's water treatment capabilities. HE Long Naro, the government delegate overseeing the Phnom Penh Water Supply Authority, led a technical inspe...
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Cambodia & South Korea Join Forces in a Three-Year Endeavor to Preserve & Restore Angkor Wat
- 26 February 2024
The Cambodian government and the Republic of Korea have formally entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) dedicated to the conservation and restoration of Angkor Wat over the next three years. This significant pact was officially inked on 19 February 2024, in a collaborative effort between the Cultural Heritage Administration of the Republic of Korea and the Apsara Authority of the Kingdom...
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Cambodia’s 2033 Transport Master Plan Unveils 3 New Expressways and 4 (High-Speed) Railways
- 26 February 2024
In a visionary move, Cambodia has unveiled an expansive Transportation & Logistics Master Plan, setting forth ambitious goals for developing 174 major infrastructure projects over the next decade. The comprehensive plan encompasses various sectors, including 94 road development projects, 23 river waterway projects, 20 sea transport projects, 10 air projects, and 15 gas pipeline projects, requi...
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The Gov’t Greenlights New Legislation to Propel Waterway Investments
- 25 February 2024
The Office of the Council of Ministers has given its approval to a draft law on waterway transport comprising of 18 chapters and 275 articles, marking a significant stride towards enhancing waterway investment and port management in Cambodia. This development was announced in a press release dated February 2, 2024. The primary objective of this draft law is to effectively oversee and advance wa...
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