USAID’s Withdrawal Paves the Way for China’s Expanding Influence in Cambodia and ASEAN
The abrupt freezing of USAID funding under the Trump administration has halted vital infrastructure and development projects across Southeast Asia, leaving a geopolitical vacuum that China is poised to fill. With USAID’s cessation, critical services in Cambodia—including healthcare, education, and demining efforts—face significant disruption. The United States, which allocated nearly USD 68 billion in foreign […]
Government Allocates Over USD18M to Enhance Health Sector in Cambodia
In a significant move to bolster the healthcare system, the Cambodian government has announced an allocation of more than USD 18 million in 2025 aimed at strengthening the health sector. This funding will primarily focus on enhancing the capacity of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Level 2 District Referral Hospitals and supplying essential medical […]
Chinese Firm ICAP Announces Major Investment Plans in Cambodia’s Electric Vehicle Sector
In a significant development for Cambodia’s automotive industry, China’s Infinite Capital Holding Company (ICAP) has unveiled ambitions to invest in the manufacture of electric vehicle components in the country. The announcement was made during a meeting on February 17, 2025, between Prime Minister Hun Manet and ICAP’s Chairman and CEO, Zhang Chaomin. During this pivotal […]
A Bridge To The Future: How Digital Twins Helped Kentucky Recover From Catastrophic Floods
Tomas Kellner In July 2022, Ben Shinabery watched the news with growing unease as a deluge of rain—up to 16 inches in some areas—drenched eastern Kentucky and unleashed catastrophic flooding. Swollen creeks and rivers surged through narrow Appalachian valleys, sweeping away homes, ripping out roads, and knocking down bridges. But as the death toll mounted, […]
Cambodia Government Facilitates Import Exemptions for Construction Projects
In a significant move to boost investment in the construction sector, the Cambodian government has announced a new procedure to exempt imports of construction materials from customs duties, special taxes, and state-paid value-added tax. This initiative targets investment projects registered with the Capital-Provincial Investment Subcommittee and is detailed in Inter-Ministerial Prakas No. 070 S.H.O.P.R.K, issued […]
Japanese Firm EY Eyes Investment in Cambodia’s Healthcare Sector
In a significant move towards boosting Cambodia’s healthcare infrastructure, Japanese firm EY Strategy and Consulting Co., Ltd has expressed interest in exploring investment opportunities within the sector. A meeting took place on 10th Feb between H.E. Koy Vanny, Secretary of State for Health, and Mr. Ushida Masaya, a representative from EY, to discuss potential collaborations. […]