Cattle vaccination campaign to stop skin disease kicks off
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has launched a Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) vaccination campaign for cattle as the disease has spread to several provinces and infected more than 30,000 animals.
Long Kimmarita
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/cattle-vaccination-campaign-stop-skin-disease-kicks
NEC introduces spokesmen ahead of elections
The National Election Committee (NEC) has announced the creation of a spokesperson team to communicate with the public and local and International news agencies as it prepares to hold the communes and general elections in 2022 and 2023, respectively.
Orm Bunthoeurn
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/nec-introduces-spokesmen-ahead-elections
New landfill site in Sihanoukville ready for rubbish
Despite the growth of Sihanoukville through its booming construction sector and its rapid development of urban infrastructure, problems related to garbage and solid waste management remain a challenge for the beachside tourist town.
Lay Samean
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/new-landfill-site-sihanoukville-ready-rubbish
Kampot plans to help fishermen after decrease in annual yield
Kampot Provincial Fishery Administration reported that the 2021 seafood yield showed a decrease of over 2,000 tonnes compared with last year, even though the administration has cracked down on many illegal fishing operations in the province.
Son Minea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50996053/kampot-plans-to-help-fishermen-after-decrease-in-annual-yield/
CMA, Caca set out to prop up agriculture-MFI synergy
Two industry bodies have teamed up to reinforce cooperation between the agricultural and microfinance sectors, and enhance access to financial literacy education and services for agriculture as a path to improved productivity, production and further development.
May Kunmakara
https://www.postkhmer.com/business/2021-10-15-1116-225143.html
Education ministry project builds ICT-powered experimental classroom in Cambodia
The education ministry has launched an assistance project to build a smart classroom in Cambodia to help the country experiment with teaching and learning through up-to-date information and communications technology (ICT) devices, officials said.
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50980354/education-ministry-project-builds-ict-powered-experimental-classroom-in-cambodia/
US funds Preah Vihear stair repairs
The US government has announced an additional grant of over $80,000 for the third phase of the restoration of the northern staircase at Preah Vihear temple in order to help preserve the ancient structure, which is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Lay Samean
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/us-funds-preah-vihear-stair-repairs
Search-rescue units get specialised prep for natural disasters
The National Committee for Disaster Management (NCDM) held a training course on techniques for search and rescue operations to further strengthen the skills of Cambodia’s emergency responders and improve their efficiency.
Lay Samean
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/search-rescue-units-get-specialised-prep-natural-disasters
Report on last year’s fish imports crackdown released
A working group on the prevention and crackdown of illegal export-import fishery product transportation has wrapped up its annual meeting on achievements for last year, citing positive results and making recommendations for the New Year.
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501000764/report-on-last-years-fish-imports-crackdown-released/
Ministry duties grow, will now manage access to nation’s PID
The government has issued a sub-decree on the control, use and security of “personally identifiable data” or PID in order to guard the public’s interests and improve the provision of services and their quality and efficiency to facilitate national development.
Orm Bunthoeurn
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/ministry-duties-grow-will-now-manage-access-nations-pid
Round 8 for gov’t cash handout programme
The government will extend a cash handout programme from January-March for an eighth round, to provide cash assistance for poor and vulnerable households that have been significantly affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Mom Kunthear
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/round-8-govt-cash-handout-programme
development with indigenous communities in Cambodia
Angkor Resources Corp. has reported it has advanced the agreement with Jarai Indigenous communities by adding a latrine and water filter project, requested by and for communities on the Andong Meas license.
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501014794/angkor-resources-expands-community-development-with-indigenous-communities-in-cambodia/
Teacher training facilities upgraded in Phnom Penh
Cambodia and Japan are set to inaugurate four new buildings at the Phnom Penh Teacher Education College, thanks to Japanese grant aid. The four new buildings – to be inaugurated on February 9 – include a library and administrative, academic and multi-purpose buildings.
Ry Sochan
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/teacher-training-facilities-upgraded-phnom-penh
Cambodia extends tax breaks for tourism-related businesses for 6 more months
The Cambodian government on Wednesday extended tax holidays for tourism-related establishments for another six months from January to June 2022 in a bid to boost business activity in the COVID-hit tourism industry.
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501022398/cambodia-extends-tax-breaks-for-tourism-related-businesses-for-6-more-months/
Sar Kheng tells officials to solve encroachment in Battambang province area
Minister of Interior Sar Kheng urged authorities in Battambang province to resolve land disputes in a transparent and fair manner and to improve delivery of public services. His message was particularly aimed at commune councils, clerks and village chiefs.
Orm Bunthoeurn
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/sar-kheng-tells-officials-solve-encroachment-battambang-province-area
No provision for Cambodians to vote from abroad, says NEC
The National Election Committee (NEC) said yesterday it is “impossible” to allow migrant workers in neighbouring Thailand to vote for upcoming elections, citing the lack of a legal framework.
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501031419/no-provision-for-cambodians-to-vote-from-abroad-says-nec/
High electricity bills push every Cambodian to the brink of despair
Even as the temperature in Cambodia soars, many people are reluctant to use air conditioners for the fear of getting a higher monthly electricity bill. So much so, even industry leaders are looking forward to getting some favourable approach from the government to compete with
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501052317/high-electricity-bills-push-every-cambodian-to-the-brink-of-despair/
NACD trains staff for new drug rehabilitation centre
The National Authority for Combating Drugs (NACD), along with the Preah Sihanouk Provincial Administration, began a four-day training seminar for the staff of the province’s new national rehabilitation centre on April 4.
Voun Dara
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/nacd-trains-staff-new-drug-rehabilitation-centre
Talks encourage increased EV use
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport has held a series of discussions with electricity providers and sustainability organisations to support the development of policies that will encourage mass use of electric vehicles (EV) in Cambodia.
Nov Sivutha
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/talks-encourage-increased-ev-use
Measures to control the use of chemical drugs in investment companies
On 23 March 2022, the Council for the Development of Cambodia issued a notification on measures to control the use of chemical drugs in investment companies. Companies must follow 5 points stated in the notification.
Council for the Development of Cambodia
