Demand for engineers, architects ‘outstripping’ supply
Industry analysts have highlighted a shortage of architects and engineers as a potential issue for the Kingdom’s construction sector, as the number of projects underway begins a steady return to pre-Covid-19 levels. ...
Sem Pisey
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/demand-engineers-architects-outstripping-supply
Conservationists urge law amendment for greater wildlife protection
Some wildlife conservationists have urged for an amendment of the relevant legal laws and policies to punish those who possess and hide snares, along with other hunting equipment to ensure the safety of endangered wildlife. ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501279354/conservationists-urge-law-amendment-for-greater-wildlife-protection/
Sihanoukville Autonomous Port CEO vows port will become regional hub
Lou Kim Chhun, government delegate in charge as chairman and CEO of Sihanoukville Autonomous Port, said he was determined to push the development of a new container terminal and deep-water port in Sihanoukville. ...
Van Socheata
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/sihanoukville-autonomous-port-ceo-vows-port-will-become-regional-hub
DPM Men Sam An receives Lao State Inspection Authority delegation
Men Sam An, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of National Assembly-Senate Relations and Inspection, received here on June 21 a Lao delegation led by Dr. Khamphanh Phommathath, Chairman of the State Inspection Authority. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501313226/dpm-men-sam-an-receives-lao-state-inspection-authority-delegation/
Kingdom, China to deepen trade, investment, tourism ties
Cambodia and China will jointly hold a series of events this year to boost trade, investment, tourism, and other key areas of cooperation, a senior official said. ...
Adur Pradeep
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501294138/kingdom-china-to-deepen-trade-investment-tourism-ties/
Third National Kesor Kol Forum set for March: senior environmental official
The Ministry of Environment is set to host the third National Kesor Kol Forum in March to promote the conservation of the Kingdom’s wild orchid varieties. ...
Keo Bosaba
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/third-national-kesor-kol-forum-set-march-senior-environmental-official
Phnom Krala Pors declared a Protected Area
The Ministry of Environment is declaring Krala Pors mountain, a protected area in recognition of its biodiversity. Krala Pors is a natural home to many endangered species as well as untouched forests. ...
Tith Kongnov
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501238889/phnom-krala-pors-declared-a-protected-area/
Kampong Chhnang port development underway
Minister of Public Works and Transport Sun Chanthol advised all relevant parties to support the development of the multi-purpose port and logistics centre in Kampong Chhnang province. ...
Post Staff
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/kampong-chhnang-port-development-underway
Cambodia organises first-ever Science, Technology and Innovation Day
The Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation is organising the first-ever ‘National Science, Technology and Innovation Day’ to promote the widespread adoption of technologies and further encourage home-grown innovation in the Kingdom. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501262730/cambodia-organises-first-ever-science-technology-and-innovation-day/
PWSA profit declines by 16.31% in 2022
Public-listed Phnom Penh Water Supply Authority (PWSA) yesterday declared a profit of KHR108 billion ($26.6 million) for the financial year 2022, a decline of 16.31 percent compared to the previous year. ...
Manoj Mathew
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501263142/pwsa-profit-declines-by-16-31-in-2022/
Cross-border QR payments between China and Cambodia launch
The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) and UnionPay International (UPI) signed a deal on Monday to promote cross-border payment with China and improve the use of the Khmer riel. ...
Yatt Malai
https://kiripost.com/stories/cross-border-qr-payments-between-china-and-cambodia-launch
Malaysian Foreign Ministry: No public programme held during Sam Rainsy’s stay in Malaysia
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia has issued a press release reassuring that there was no public programme held during the self-imposed exile Sam Rainsy’s stay in Malaysia. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501301008/malaysian-foreign-ministry-no-public-programme-held-during-sam-rainsys-stay-in-malaysia/
Education minister issues order limiting cellphone use in classes
Minister of Education, Youth and Sport Hang Chuon Naron has issued a directive barring students from using phones or electronic devices in classrooms or during study hours without the permission of teachers. ...
Post Staff
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/education-minister-issues-order-limiting-cellphone-use-classes
Cambodia seeks 1.7 billion SDR loan for development projects
Cambodia has unveiled ambitious plans to secure a loan of 1.7 billion in Special Drawing Rights (SDR), or $2.3 billion, in 2024 for the development of key sectors. ...
Thang Sinorn
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodia-seeks-17-billion-sdr-loan-for-development-projects
Digital Business Expo held to enhance digital transformation to entrepreneurs
Techo Startup Centre organised a Digital Business Expo with the theme of Startup, Innovation, and Technology in the Context of the Digital Economy and Society at Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501397415/digital-business-expo-held-to-enhance-digital-transformation-to-entrepreneurs/
WHO to continue strengthening cooperation with Cambodia
Dr. Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, received here at the Peace Palace yesterday visiting Dr. Saia Ma’uPiukala, Regional Director for the Western Pacific at the World Health Organisation (WHO). ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501509993/who-to-continue-strengthening-cooperation-with-cambodia/
Two new tyre plants approved in August, 3,500 jobs created
Two tyre manufacturing factories, with a total investment of $686 million, were approved by the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) in August, creating 3,459 jobs. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/two-new-tyre-plants-approved-in-august-3-500-jobs-created
PM orders restrictions on alcohol promotion
Prime Minister Hun Manet has directed the Ministry of Information and relevant bodies to reinforce regulations on alcohol advertising, stressing that the depiction of alcohol consumption shall no longer be allowed on television. ...
Mom Kunthear
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/pm-orders-restrictions-on-alcohol-promotion
Indonesia to import 22,500 tonnes rice from Cambodia for Eid al-Fitr
The Indonesian Government is planning to import 22,500 tonnes of rice from Cambodia to complement domestic stocks in meeting the needs ahead of Eid al-Fitr, the National Food Agency (Bapanas) stated. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501459050/indonesia-to-import-22500-tonnes-rice-from-cambodia-for-eid-al-fitr/
King, Queen Mother grant audience to Oknha Association delegation
King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk granted an audience for a group of nearly 200 tycoons led by Ly Yong Phat, president of the Cambodian Oknha Association on Saturday. ...
Torn Vibol
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501426627/king-queen-mother-grant-audience-to-oknha-association-delegation/
