Infrastructure
MPWT signs pact to boost northeast cross-border infrastructure
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) Monday signed a new agreement with KCI-BOTEK JV, an international consortium, to accelerate the Cambodia Cross-Border Connectivity Enhancement Project (3CEP), an initiative designed to improve connectivity and border infrastructure in the northeast provinces. ...
Nhean Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501769583/mpwt-signs-pact-to-boost-northeast-cross-border-infrastructure/
Japan loans $292.2M to support clean water and electricity growth in Phnom Penh
Japan has granted Cambodia more than $292 million to help improve the capital’s clean water supply and electricity in a move the nation hopes will support the Kingdom’s socio-economic growth. ...
Meas Molika
https://kiripost.com/stories/japan-loans-2922m-to-support-clean-water-and-electricity-growth-in-phnom-penh
Cambodia, Australia pledge to achieve clean water access by 2030
The Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI) and the Australian Embassy to Cambodia, through the Cambodia Australia Partnership for Resilient Economic Development (CAPRED) are strengthening their collaboration on the Provincial Investment Plan (PIP) for the water supply sector, with the goal of closing ...
Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501766373/cambodia-australia-pledge-to-achieve-clean-water-access-by-2030/
Cambodia needs over 3 billion USD to boost river transport and waterborne logistics
Cambodia needs a total investment of $3.25 billion to strengthen its river transport network and waterway logistics system, with 23 river transport projects planned to be implemented under the Comprehensive Master Plan for the Cambodian Intermodal Transport and Logistics System 2023-2033 (CITLS 2023-2033), according to ...
Phnom Penh Autonomous Port revenue up almost one-fifth
Revenue from the business operations of the Phnom Penh Autonomous Port (PPAP) reached over $32 million in the first eight months of 2025, an increase of nearly 20 per cent compared to the same period last year. Experts suggest that this figure is set to ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/phnom-penh-autonomous-port-revenue-up-almost-one-fifth
Starlink devices still available for online sales despite ban
Starlink devices, including customer terminals and antennas, can still be found for sale across many social media platforms and e-Commerce sites in the Kingdom despite the Telecommunication Regulator of Cambodia (TRC) issuing a strict ban two weeks ago. Starlink is not permitted to operate in ...
Sreekanth Ravindran
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501758111/starlink-devices-still-available-for-online-sales-despite-ban/
Air Cambodia agree to purchase of 20 Chinese commercial aircraft
Air Cambodia, the national carrier, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Chinese company Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China Ltd. (COMAC) regarding the planned purchase of 20 China-made C909 regional aircraft, as part of broader cooperation in the aviation sector between the two ...
$1.5 billion Techo International Airport opens today, transforming Cambodia’s aviation landscape
The much-anticipated opening of the $1.5 billion Techo International Airport today is expected to recast Cambodia’s global connectivity and future economic growth. The airport will begin flight operations today, with an official inauguration scheduled for October 20. ...
Framework agreement signed for third phase of €11M Bakheng water project
Bakheng Water Supply project is one the largest initiatives in Cambodia’s history of clean water infrastructure development to provide quality, inclusive, sustainable, and efficient water services to citizens. ...
Mon Sokeo
https://kiripost.com/stories/framework-agreement-signed-for-third-phase-of-11m-bakheng-water-project
Nham24 to shutdown after 10 years of operation end of Sept
Go24 (Cambodia) Co Ltd, which operated Nham 24, announced its closure, which takes effect September 30, 2025, after being in operation since 2016. ...
Rov Hongseng
https://kiripost.com/stories/nham24-to-shutdown-after-10-years-of-operation-by-end-of-sept
Despite hotel growth, Siem Reap's tourism faces challenges
A total of 587 hotel projects are now open in Siem Reap, according to a new report. While this shows long-term economic promise, travel professionals are optimistic, citing a slow tourism recovery and a pressing need for better infrastructure and more diverse activities to attract ...
Yatt Malai
https://kiripost.com/stories/despite-hotel-growth-siem-reaps-tourism-faces-challenges
Xi Jinping Boulevard closed for three years for Mekong bridge construction
Xi Jinping Boulevard in Phnom Penh has been closed until February 2028 to allow construction of the 3.7km Mekong River Bridge linking the capital with Kandal province, with traffic diverted to alternative routes during the three-year project. ...
Meas Molika
https://kiripost.com/stories/xi-jinping-boulevard-closed-for-three-years-for-mekong-bridge-construction
World Bank approves $105 million for Cambodian children’s education
The World Bank has greenlit an initiative that will enhance education for over 1.7 million Cambodian children through the Basic Education Improvement Project, with $105 million in financial support. ...
Post Staff
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/world-bank-approves-105-million-for-cambodian-children-s-education
Government driving EV uptick with reduced road taxes
With the goal of promoting and encouraging the use of electric vehicles (EVs) in Cambodia, the government — through the Ministry of Economy and Finance — has announced that it will reduce the road tax rates charged for various types of EV. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/government-driving-ev-uptick-with-reduced-road-taxes
Public buses to serve Techo airport as metro project still under study
With the opening of Techo International Airport looming, Phnom Penh authorities have pledged to plug the public transport gap by providing a bus service as plans to develop a more advanced light rail and subway system to connect the city and the airport remain under ...
Yatt Malai
https://kiripost.com/stories/public-buses-to-serve-techo-airport-as-metro-project-still-under-study
Sihanoukville port’s net profit falls by half in Q2’25
The state-owned deep sea port recorded unrealised foreign exchange losses which lowered net profit while revenue rose 30 percent on increased container and cargo throughput. ...
Sangeetha Amarthalingam
https://kiripost.com/stories/sihanoukville-ports-net-profit-falls-by-half-in-q225
Phnom Penh port sees revenue jump 20% Jan-July
The Phnom Penh Autonomous Port (PPAP) generated over $27 million in revenue during the first seven months of 2025, an increase of nearly 20% compared to the same period in 2024. July alone brought in more than $5 million, according to a statement from the ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/phnom-penh-port-sees-revenue-jump-20-jan-july
Battambang train derailment sees 70,000 litres of diesel spilt
Ministry of Environment officials are assessing the environmental impact of a freight train derailment which took place near Battambang town on August 16. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/battambang-train-derailment-sees-70-000-litres-of-diesel-spilt
Pagodas provide shelter, hope for displaced Cambodians amid border conflict
With hundreds of thousands displaced due to the border conflict, pagodas have become not just relief centres but also brought relief to scores who suffer from fear and anguish as they seek shelter there amid lingering border tensions. ...
James Tostevin
https://kiripost.com/stories/pagodas-provide-shelter-hope-for-displaced-cambodians-amid-border-conflict
$35M multipurpose port project planned for Kratie
A $35 million multipurpose port is planned for development in Preaek Prasab district, Kratie province, aimed at boosting investment and facilitating the transport of agricultural products as part of the government’s push to attract investors to the northeast under a special incentive programme. ...
Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501739955/35m-multipurpose-port-project-planned-for-kratie/
‘Market conditions’ see Thai airlines half Phnom Penh flights
Market conditions have prompted several Thai carriers to reduce their daily flights to Cambodia, according to a spokesperson for the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA). ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/-market-conditions-see-thai-airlines-half-phnom-penh-flights
Vaccination programme rolled out for displaced children
The Ministry of Health and UNICEF have launched an urgent vaccination campaign starting July 28 to support communities in Pursat, Battambang and Banteay Meanchey provinces, and beyond, to protect the health of children displaced by the border dispute between Cambodia and Thailand. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/vaccination-programme-rolled-out-for-displaced-children
World Vision urges continued protection for children as ceasefire continues to hold
In the wake of the newly declared ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand, World Vision International in Cambodia has launched an emergency response while calling on the international community to prioritise the protection and well-being of children affected by the recent border conflict. ...
Hong Raksmey
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/world-vision-urges-continued-protection-for-children-as-ceasefire-continues-to-hold
Cambodia strengthens UNESCO cooperation on groundwater, heritage conservation
Minister of Environment Eang Sophalleth and UNESCO country representative Sardar Umar Alam met on Monday, July 28, to reinforce bilateral cooperation on the protection of natural resources and cultural heritage, with a particular focus on transboundary groundwater conservation and ecological sustainability. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/cambodia-strengthens-unesco-cooperation-on-groundwater-heritage-conservation