The capital on the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers: government, business and the country’s biggest city. · 541 articles
On Wednesday, a significant gathering unfolded in Phnom Penh as over 20 Indian companies specializing in the production and trade of dyes, dye intermediates, organic and inorganic chemicals, agrochemicals, specialty chemicals, and cosmetics convened with Cambodian businesses to discuss potential collaborations. This meeting, spearheaded by the Basic Chemicals, Cosmetics & Dyes Export Promotion Council (Chemexcil),…
The Cambodia Oknha Association (COA) and the Embassy of India in Cambodia have recently engaged in productive discussions aimed at bolstering trade and investment links between the two nations. These deliberations took place at the Indian Embassy in Phnom Penh, with COA Secretary General Hun Lak and Indian Ambassador Devyani Khobragade leading the discussions. The…
The Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX) and its listed entities recently convened a seminar aimed at bolstering public understanding and confidence in the nation’s capital markets. The event, named ‘Earnings Forum 2024’, was held at the CSX venue and featured presentations from six prominent listed companies, including the Phnom Penh Water Supply Authority, Phnom Penh Autonomous…
Prime Minister Hun Manet recently articulated the government’s vision to transform the southwestern region of Cambodia into a major logistics hub, leveraging the construction of critical infrastructures like ring roads, an expressway, a river-to-sea canal, and a top-tier airport. During his visit to the ongoing construction site of the 4F-Class Techo International Airport, which spans…
Prime Minister Hun Manet recently shared insights on the promising capabilities of the Techo International Airport (TIA), poised to become a pivotal hub with the capacity to accommodate up to 50 million passengers annually. This strategic development is anticipated to enhance international tourism, stimulate logistics growth, and amplify Cambodia’s global recognition. During a visit to…
The Cambodian government is intensifying its efforts to streamline tax payments and public services through digitalization, as highlighted by officials during the Digital Government Forum held at the Koh Pich Convention and Exhibition Center. This event, titled ‘Sustainable and Inclusive Development through Digital Policy Implementation,’ was spearheaded by the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications. It…
Prime Minister Hun Manet recently announced the potential for the ASEAN digital economy to expand from its current approximate $1 trillion value to $2 trillion by the year 2030. During his speech at the ‘Digital Government Forum and Digital Technology Expo’ held in Phnom Penh, Hun Manet highlighted the significant growth anticipated in the digital…
The initial phase of the Techo International Airport, sprawling across Kandal and Takeo provinces, is on track for completion in October of this year. The grand opening of the airport is anticipated for the middle of 2025, according to informed sources. Recent updates from the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation reveal that as of February…
Phnom Penh, March 11 – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has emphasized the significant role of the Royal Government’s document verification platform, verify.gov.kh, in enhancing the delivery of public services to the nation’s citizens. The announcement was made during the Digital Government Forum and Digital Technology Expo’s inauguration at the Diamond Island Convention and Exhibition…
The US Embassy in Phnom Penh recently announced the arrival of former US Women’s National Soccer Team players, Joanna Lohman and Kacey White, in Cambodia from March 4th to 8th. Their visit is part of the US Department of State’s Sports Envoy program, aimed at promoting soccer among Cambodian youth, with a special emphasis on…
On the eve of the 113th International Women’s Day, celebrated on March 8, 2024 the Cambodian Ministry of Tourism organized a pivotal event at its Phnom Penh headquarters to discuss the vital role of women in the digital transformation of the nation’s economy. The event featured a speech by the Minister for Tourism, Sok Soken,…
Cambodia Angkor Air, the national flag carrier, has unveiled a direct flight route connecting Phnom Penh with New Delhi, India. The announcement came through a social media post by the airline last Thursday, hinting at the imminent launch of this new service. While specific details regarding the flight schedules were not disclosed, the State Secretariat…
The focus on sustainable farming practices and the promotion of Cambodian rice were key highlights at the 4th Annual Sustainable Agriculture Summit, which took place at the Cambodiana Hotel in Phnom Penh on February 27-28. The summit, themed ‘Regenerative Agriculture Practices Towards Low Carbon Farming’, was a collaborative effort between the Cambodian Agriculture Cooperative Corporation…
