Deep-sea port, special economic zone and gateway to the islands. · 93 articles
PHNOM PENH — India and Cambodia have further strengthened their cultural and academic ties by signing the fifth Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to continue the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) Chair in Sanskrit and Buddhist Studies at Preah Sihanouk Raja Buddhist University (PSRBU) in Phnom Penh. Strengthening India-Cambodia Cultural Cooperation The MoU was signed…
Sihanoukville Autonomous Port (PAS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Wing Bank (Cambodia) Plc to enhance digital payment solutions, aiming to streamline cargo handling and expand financial access for traders and logistics providers across Cambodia. “Wing Bank, proudly owned by Cambodians and unwavering in its commitment to serve every Cambodian, is privileged to partner…
Preah Sihanouk, Cambodia – A total of 331 investment projects in Preah Sihanouk province have been granted special incentives by the Cambodian government under the “Special Investment Promotion Program in Sihanouk Province,” aimed at revitalizing the coastal region’s economy and infrastructure. Nearly half of the approved projects were previously stalled, underscoring the program’s role in…
Phnom Penh, June 28, 2025 — Chinese state-owned investment giant Wuxi Guolian Group has expressed strong interest in investing in the processing of agricultural products within the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone (SSEZ), with the aim of boosting exports to China and strengthening bilateral economic cooperation. The announcement came during a high-level meeting on June 27…
Special Economic Zones (SEZs) have emerged as a cornerstone of Cambodia’s economic strategy, significantly contributing to export growth and foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows. Over the past three years, these strategically designated zones have accounted for nearly one-fourth of Cambodia’s total export value, underscoring their growing importance in the Kingdom’s development agenda. SEZs Fuel Export…
Cambodia’s Ministry of Tourism has called on South Korea’s Asiana Airlines to consider resuming and expanding direct flight services to Siem Reap and Preah Sihanouk provinces—two of the Kingdom’s most popular tourism destinations. The proposal was formally raised by Tourism Minister H.E. Huot Hak during a high-level meeting on June 5 in Seoul with Park…
Phnom Penh, May 31, 2025 — During an official visit to Japan from May 28 to 31, 2025, Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet and Japanese Prime Minister H.E. Shigeru Ishiba reaffirmed their commitment to deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations. A joint statement was issued following their bilateral…
Sihanoukville, Cambodia – May 22, 2025:Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet reaffirmed the Kingdom’s neutral and open approach to foreign investment during a major address to over 30,000 workers at the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone (SSEZ). Emphasising inclusivity and long-term development, the premier outlined Cambodia’s ongoing efforts to attract global investors while enhancing infrastructure and economic…
Cambodia’s aviation industry continues to soar, with passenger traffic, flight frequency, and air cargo volumes registering impressive growth during the first four months of 2025. According to a recent report from the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA), the country’s three international airports—Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and Preah Sihanouk—handled 22,686 flights and welcomed over 2.52…
Sihanoukville, Cambodia : In a key meeting aimed at strengthening Cambodia’s maritime logistics capabilities, First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), H.E. Sun Chanthol, led a high-level discussion with representatives from global shipping giant MAERSK. The meeting took place at the Sihanoukville Autonomous Port (PAS) and brought together senior stakeholders…
(Sihanoukville, May 1) – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet affirmed the Royal Government’s commitment to streamlining procedures at the Sihanoukville Autonomous Port to attract more shipping activity and increase national revenue. Speaking during his meeting with civil servants, staff, and workers of the Sihanoukville Autonomous Port, the Prime Minister emphasised the importance of reducing bureaucratic…
Preah Sihanouk – Chinese automotive giant BYD Company, a global leader in electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle manufacturing, has officially commenced construction of its new assembly plant within the special economic zone (SEZ) of Preah Sihanouk province. The project marks a significant step in Cambodia’s growing automotive industry, with the facility expected to have an…
A new energy vehicle (NEV) assembly plant by Chinese auto giant BYD is set to begin operations in the fourth quarter of 2025 within the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone (SSEZ), marking a significant step forward for Cambodia’s electric vehicle (EV) sector. The announcement was made during a meeting on April 10 between H.E. Sun Chanthol,…
