Wirtschaft
Japan Explores CNSL and Biochar Investment in Cambodia’s Cashew Sector
Japanese entities JCCP and Top Planning Japan prepare a pilot plant in Kampong Thom to produce CNSL biofuel and high-carbon biochar from cashew shells.
Kampong Thom
Heimat von Sambor Prei Kuk, der vor-angkorianischen Tempelstadt. · 16 Artikel
Wirtschaft
Cambodia Registers Four New Geographical Indications to Strengthen Product Identity
Cambodia has registered four new geographical indication products, including silk, crab, cashew, and mango, to boost global recognition, protect local identity, and enhance export potential.
Geschichte
Sambor Prei Kuk: A Sacred City That Still Breathes Through Cambodia’s Forests
There are places where history whispers gently, and Sambor Prei Kuk is one of them. Tucked away in the quiet forests of Kampong Thom Province, this ancient capital carries the soul of Cambodia’s early civilisation. Long before Angkor rose to global fame, Sambor Prei Kuk was already shaping ideas, architecture, and spiritual traditions that would…
Landwirtschaft
Kampong Thom Leads Cambodia’s Cashew Sector with 30% Share of National Production
Phnom Penh: Kampong Thom province continues to solidify its position as the heart of Cambodia’s cashew industry, contributing nearly 30% of the country’s total raw cashew nut output. This figure is projected to grow further with the upcoming Cashew Agricultural Industrial Park, a major initiative aimed at transforming the province into a regional processing and…
Landwirtschaft
Cambodia and India Explore Deeper Agricultural Cooperation with Focus on Cashew Sector
Cambodia and India are poised to expand agricultural cooperation, placing fresh cashew nuts at the heart of new investment opportunities, following a high-level meeting between officials of both nations. On Monday, Touch Bun Hour, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF), welcomed Dr. Sudhanshu, Secretary of the Agricultural and Processed…
Bankwesen & Finanzen
Wing Bank Opens New Branch in Kampong Thom Boosting Financial Access
Kampong Thom, Cambodia – July 21, 2025 – Wing Bank (Cambodia) Plc has expanded its presence with the opening of its new bank outlet in Kampong Thom province, reinforcing its commitment to bringing comprehensive banking services to communities across Cambodia. The launch event was graced by H.E. Dr. Thong Khon, Senior Minister in charge of Special Mission, First Vice-Chairman…
Landwirtschaft
Investing Where It Matters: Why Government-Backed Agri-Processing Can Reshape Cambodia’s Economic Future
Investing Where It Matters: Why Government-Backed Agri-Processing Can Reshape Cambodia’s Economic Future Cambodia’s rural economy holds untapped promise. While agriculture has long been the lifeblood of the nation, its full potential remains largely unrealized. Every year, millions of tonnes of raw produce—cashews, mangoes, tomatoes, bananas—are harvested across the country. Yet much of this bounty leaves…
Kambodscha
Kampong Thom Cashew Industrial Zone: Driving Economic Growth and Livelihood Opportunities in Cambodia
Cambodia is taking significant steps toward boosting economic development and improving rural livelihoods with the establishment of a cashew industrial zone in Kampong Thom Province. This new initiative, supported by Prime Minister Hun Manet, reflects the government’s commitment to fostering growth, creating employment, and ensuring the responsible use of natural resources. The project, proposed by…
Landwirtschaft
Cashew Nut Forum Aims to Boost Local Processing and Global Export of Cambodian Cashews
The two-day Cashew Forum has commenced in Kampong Thom province with the aim of promoting the cashew processing sector in Cambodia and increasing the export of processed cashew nuts to international markets. The event, under the theme “Together, we support Cambodia cashew products,” is a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Commerce, the Ministry of…
Landwirtschaft
Kampong Thom-based Cashew Plant Prepares for International Trade
A cashew nut processing facility in Kampong Thom province, Cambodia, has announced plans to expand its operations in order to increase its standard production capacity. The facility, known as Chey Sambo Cashew Nut Processing Handicraft, aims to export its products to international markets, including Canada, South Korea, Japan, and Thailand. Established in 2019, Chey Sambo…
Geschichte
Koh Ker Archaeological Site Joins Cambodia’s Prestigious UNESCO World Heritage List
Cambodia has secured another UNESCO World Heritage site with the recent inscription of Koh Ker archaeological site. This brings the number of tangible cultural properties listed by UNESCO for Cambodia to four, following Angkor Archeological Park, Temple of Preah Vihear, and the Temple Zone of Sambor Prei Kuk. The Koh Ker archaeological site has been…
Landwirtschaft
Royal Oxen Predict Prosperous Harvests for Cambodia in Traditional Royal Ploughing Ceremony
In a time-honored tradition, Cambodia’s Royal Ploughing Ceremony took place this morning, with His Majesty Norodom Sihamoni, King of Cambodia, in attendance. The annual event is considered an auspicious occasion, as the appetite of the royal oxen is believed to predict the agricultural fortunes of the nation. This year, the oxen consumed an impressive 95…
Feste
Celebration of Annual Royal Ploughing Ceremony in Kampong Thom Province.
The Royal Ploughing ceremony is a significant cultural event in Cambodia, and after being cancelled for the past three years due to the COVID-19 outbreak, it is finally back this year. Held annually to mark the beginning of the crop planting season, the ceremony is an essential tradition that reflects Cambodia’s rich history and cultural…
