Cambodia and two other nations call on Laos to provide effective mitigation measures
Cambodia, Thailand and Viet Nam requested Lao PDR to conduct rigorous transboundary impact assessments and enhance proposed measures to mitigate potential adverse impacts from the 1,460-megawatt Luang Prabang hydropower project, as the Mekong River Commission concluded a six-month prior consultation process for the project.
Heng Panha/AKP
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50740454/cambodia-and-two-other-nations-call-on-laos-to-provide-effective-mitigation-measures/
RAC: Consult institutions before coining new words
The president of the Royal Academy of Cambodia (RAC) Sok Touch asked all ministries and institutions to consult with the National Council of Khmer Language (NCKL) before creating a new word. Touch said the request was made to prevent mistakes and keep the public from
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/rac-consult-institutions-coining-new-words
All clear for construction of 700MW coal plant
A 700 MW coal-fired power plant in Preah Sihanouk province is set to begin construction soon, as authorities announce they have completed an environmental and social impact review. The $1.3 billion project is developed by Cambodia International Investment Development Group Co Ltd (CIIDG), in coordination
Thou Vireak
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/all-clear-construction-700mw-coal-plant
Prey Veng highest rice-producing province of 2020
Prey Veng province has been the highest rice-producing province in the country thus far this year, a position usually held by Battambang. Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Veng Sakhon said this year, 1.4 million tonnes of rice was cultivated from Prey Veng province, making
Som Kanika
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50739349/prey-veng-highest-rice-producing-province-of-2020/
Endangered gibbons released into the wild
As part of an ambitious rewilding project in the forest surrounding the iconic Angkor Wat, a pair of endangered pileated gibbons were released yesterday by the Apsara Authority, the Forestry Administration and conservation NGO Wildlife Alliance. This is the third pair of pileated gibbons that
Sen David
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50740974/endangered-gibbons-released-into-the-wild/
Press release: Changes to Sweden’s presence in Cambodia
On 26 November 2020, the Embassy of Sweden in Phnom Penh issued a press release on its government’s decision to close its office in Phnom Penh by the end of 2021. In this press release, the embassy also noted that the activities of the Ministry
News release: $29 million ADB loan to help improve public service delivery in Cambodia
On 23 September 2020, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) issued a news release over the approval of $29 million in financing to help the Government of Cambodia improve service delivery through key reforms in public financial management and decentralization, especially in rural areas, where most
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Koh Rong Sanloem ready to build first solar power station
Work on a new solar power station is set to start next month on Koh Rong Sanloem Island. The 1.25 megawatt (Mw) solar power project that was signed off this year will be constructed as two standalone solar based micro-grids that can provide electricity to
Jason Boken
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50757495/koh-rong-sanloem-ready-to-build-first-solar-power-station/
Press release: the Royal Government of Cambodia's additional measures to continue manage the impacts on key sectors of the economy in the context of the COVID-19 crisis (Round 6)
On 30 September 2020, the Ministry of Economy and Finance issued a press release announcing the sixth round of the Royal Government of Cambodia’s measures to restore and stimulate economic growth during COVID-19. The measures will further ensure that poor and vulnerable families will continue
Ministry of Economy and Finance
Cambodia-Thailand trade reaches over $3.4 billion
The two-way trade between Cambodia and Thailand rose by 5.6 percent in the first five months of this year to $3,472 billion, according to the statistics from Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce. From January to May 2020, Cambodia exported $711 million worth of goods to Thailand,
Chea Vannak/AKP
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50748231/cambodia-thailand-trade-reaches-over-3-4-billion/
Land dispute with Thai firms long resolved, landless families told to submit applications
Oddar Meanchey provincial authorities remain puzzled about the Thai Appeal Court’s recent ruling in favour of more than 700 families who claimed to have been locked in a land dispute with three Thai-owned sugar companies in Samrong town and Chongkal district.
Monks banned from joining march to support Rong Chhun
Eight monks from Battambang province were prevented from joining activists and supporters in a protest in Phnom Penh on August 5 to demand the release of prominent union leader Rong Chhun, who was jailed last week over comments he made allegedly distorting information on Cambodia-Vietnam
Khuon Narim
https://cambojanews.com/monks-banned-from-joining-march-to-support-rong-chhun/
Gov’t extends tax holiday for tourism sector
The Cambodian government has announced two months more of tax exemptions for tourism-based businesses in the hope of easing the burden during the pandemic. The extension was announced during the fifth round of COVID-19 economic measures last week as the Ministry of Tourism begins developing
Sorn Sarath
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50750936/govt-extends-tax-holiday-for-tourism-sector/
NBC auctions $50 million
The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) has announced a $50 million auction this week to stabilise the local currency exchange rate in the market. The NBC has informed banks, microfinance institutions (MFIs) and licensed money exchangers that the minimum rate for auction will be announced
Sorn Sarath
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50775257/nbc-auctions-50-million/
Two investment projects approved by CDC
The two new projects, with a total investment capital of $6.4 million, will be located in Khan Pursenchey, Phnom Penh capital, and Samrong district, Takeo province, pointed out the CDC in an announcement issued this afternoon. The newly-approved projects are expected to create some 2,571
Phal Sophanith/AKP
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50797186/two-investment-projects-approved-by-cdc/
Another new investment project approved by CDC
According to the CDC’s press release made public yesterday, the newly approved investment project is located along the National Road No. 5 in Samaky Meanchey district, Kampong Chhnang province. The project, belonging to Changhui (Cambodia) Handbag MFR, Co., Ltd., is expected to create a total
Phal Sophanith/AKP
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50803937/another-new-investment-project-approved-by-cdc/
Statement by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on Myanmar's current situation
On 09 March 2021, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Kingdom of Cambodia released a statement joining effort with other ASEAN member states to assist the situation in Myanmar to normalcy in any roles and formats that are
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Press release: Launching of IT system to control COVID-19 vaccine registration
On 03 March 2021, the Ministry of Health issued a press release on the launching of IT system to control COVID-19 vaccine registration through an application called KhmerVacc to record the information of COVID-19 vaccination which will be publicly released from 3 March 2021.
Ministry of Health
60MW solar station in Battambang hooked to grid
A 60MW solar power station in northern Battambang province was commissioned and connected to the national grid last week. The solar farm is located in southwestern Thma Koul district’s Anlong Run commune and is invested by Shenzhen-listed Risen Energy Co Ltd.
Thou Vireak
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/60mw-solar-station-battambang-hooked-grid
Press release on the proposed "Angkor Lake of Wonder" development project
On 23 March 2021, the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts issued a press release on the proposed “Angkor Lake of Wonder” development project that was raised by the Naga Group. This project was agreed by the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts with the
Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts
