Cambodia is studying to reduce the tax rate for electric cars by 50% to encourage people to use
In an interview with CNBC on the current plans, connections and future of transportation in Cambodia on November 12, 2021, Sun Chanthol, Minister of Public Works and Transport, said that the launch of Electric vehicles (EVs) are in the early stages of development in Cambodia. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50970057/cambodia-is-studying-to-reduce-the-tax-rate-for-electric-cars-by-50-to-encourage-people-to-use/
Ministry of Environment to strengthen marine environment and biodiversity protection
The Ministry of Environment signed an agreement to protect Cambodia’s marine environment and biodiversity. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50975857/ministry-of-environment-to-strengthen-marine-environment-and-biodiversity-protection/
Telecom service providers given three months to improve quality services
The Posts Ministry has given three months to internet and mobile service providers to improve the quality of service in gated communities known as “boreys” and high-rise buildings, citing that if it is found not to improve, legal action will be taken against them. ...
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50995958/telecom-service-providers-given-three-months-to-improve-quality-services/
Ministry of Commerce three draft laws get NA approval
The National Assembly approved the amendment by the Ministry of Commerce on three major laws. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50998359/ministry-of-commerce-three-draft-laws-get-na-approval/
KOICA provides 10 ambulances and 8,325 rapid test kits to the Ministry of Health
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) on January 12, 2022, provided 10 ambulances and 8,325 quick test kits to the Ministry of Health of Cambodia. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501006210/koica-provides-10-ambulances-and-8325-rapid-test-kits-to-the-ministry-of-health/
Minister of Education vows to reduce COVID-19 impact on education system
The Minister of Education, Youth and Sports has stated that Cambodia is working to reduce the impact of Covid-19 on the education system by shifting to a multidisciplinary approach in the education system. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501012722/minister-of-education-vows-to-reduce-covid-19-on-education-system/
Ministry of Labour reminds factory owners to ensure all their workers are vaccinated against COVID-19
The Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training issued a notice to all owners or directors of factories to immediately contact the local authorities to prepare vaccines and to encourage workers in any location to get vaccinated soonest possible. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501023333/ministry-of-labour-reminds-factory-owners-to-ensure-all-their-workers-are-vaccinated-against-covod-19/
Cambodia achieves more than 100,000 tons of rice exports in January, February
Cambodia recorded an increase in this year’s rice exports for January and February compared to the same period in the previous year. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501041136/cambodia-achieves-more-than-100000-tons-of-rice-exports-in-january-february/
Cambodia rewards Church for its contribution to society
The Vicar Apostolic of Phnom Penh, Bishop Olivier Michel Marie Schmitthaeusler (MEP) has been recognized by the Cambodian Government as representative of the Catholic Church for his contribution to society. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/1042123/cambodia-rewards-church-for-its-contribution-to-society/
Cambodia nets $611 million in rubber and rubberwood exports in 2021
Cambodia earned more than $77 million from the export of rubber and rubberwood in the first two months of this year, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF). ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501048075/cambodia-nets-611-million-in-rubber-and-rubberwood-exports-in-2021/
PM Hun Sen acknowledged challenges of the media and encouraged them to keep up
Cambodia Prime Minister acknowledged challenges faced by journalists and media agencies, reaffirmed the government support for the sector, and urged continuous capacity building among them. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501068985/pm-hun-sen-acknowledged-challenges-of-the-media-and-encouraged-them-to-keep-up/
Cambodia has received more than 53 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines with another 20 million doses on the way
The Minister of Health, Dr Mam Bunheng, said that so far Cambodia has received more than 53 million doses of Covid-19 vaccine, including bilateral assistance, assistance from the Covax Center and direct orders. An additional 20 million doses are due to arrive in a row ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501069006/cambodia-has-received-more-than-53-million-doses-of-covid-19-vaccines-with-another-20-million-doses-on-the-way/
Int’l trade rises as commerce ministry lays out 2023 plans
Cambodia’s 9.19 per cent on-year rise in foreign trade value to the $52.425 billion logged by Customs for 2022 was driven by “in-depth reforms in all areas”, improvements in export competitiveness, and an increasingly favourable business and investment environment, according to Minister of Commerce Pan ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/intl-trade-rises-commerce-ministry-lays-out-2023-plans
Ministry dismisses rumour about outbreak, says infections declining
The National AIDS Authority (NAA) confirmed that the rate of new HIV infections in Cambodia is on the decline. ...
Tith Kongnov
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501338480/ministry-dismisses-rumour-about-outbreak-says-infections-declining/
Ministry launches report highlighting sector-based technology needs
To foster a vibrant and resilient innovation ecosystem in the country, the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation (MISTI) has launched a report, highlighting insightful input to support the mission of the private sector, academia, and policymakers. ...
Ben Sokhean
http://khmertimeskh.com/501339092/ministry-launches-report-highlighting-sector-based-technology-needs/
Chinese Foreign Minister to visit Cambodia this week
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Singapore, Malaysia and Cambodia from August 10 to 13, foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning announced on Wednesday. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501340165/chinese-foreign-minister-to-visit-cambodia-this-week/
Eight protected areas bumped up by 500,000 hectares
In an effort to boost the country’s conservation work, the government will expand at least eight national parks and sanctuaries by an area of more than 500,000 hectares of forestland. ...
Torn Vibol
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501340005/eight-protected-areas-bumped-up-by-500000-hectares/
National Primary School Games 2023 attracts over 2,000 athletes
A total of 2,600 sports delegates, team leaders, and coaches from across Cambodia have been joining the National Primary School Games 2023. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501342960/national-primary-school-games-2023-attracts-over-2000-athletes
ASEAN Green Transport Rally held in Indonesia to support Net Zero target
The Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry, together with the ASEAN Center for Energy (ACE), held the ASEAN Green Transport Rally (GTR) to support Indonesia’s chairmanship in 2023 and its net zero emissions target. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501346328/asean-green-transport-rally-held-in-indonesia-to-support-net-zero-target/
World Ranger Day observed
In honour of World Ranger Day, the Ministry of Environment extends earnest thanks to all rangers and their families for their dedicated service and considerable sacrifices made for nature and the environment. ...
Chea Sokny
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/world-ranger-day-observed
