Synopsis: The impressive growth is largely propelled by China’s tourism resurgence and stable regional demand. Cambodia’s air transport sector is experiencing a robust rebound, with passenger traffic soaring by 16 percent in the first half ((H1) of 2025, reaching approximately 3.42 million passengers, a report of the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA) showed on […]
Synopsis: The agreement is expected to pave the way for expanded market access, increased foreign investment for both countries. Cambodia and the United States Friday made marked progress towards a new trade framework aimed at boosting bilateral economic cooperation. In a virtual meeting held on July 4, at the Council for the Development of Cambodia […]
Cyprus is significantly increasing state funding for NGOs, with the 2025 budget set to reach €25 million — a rise of about 60 per cent compared to three years ago. Deputy Welfare Minister Marilena Evangelou announced the boost on Friday, saying it reflects the government’s commitment to strengthening groups that work daily to support people […]
The Transport Ministry on Friday announced the signing of a contract for dredging works at Larnaca marina. “We are pleased to announce the signing of the contract for the dredging works at Larnaca marina on Thursday, July 3, 2025,” the ministry said. The contract was signed on behalf of the government by the Director of the Public Works […]
The Paphos regional tourism board (Etap) this week called for a revision of local bus timetables following the completion of its first free community excursion programme to the Akamas region, which aimed to highlight points of interest and encourage visits to lesser-known villages. In a statement issued after the final trip on Saturday, the board said that “the […]
Cyprus has moved to establish a national framework for screening foreign direct investments (FDIs), aiming to safeguard security and public order while maintaining an open environment for investors. The Council of Ministers approved the draft legislation on July 2, the Finance Ministry said in a statement issued on Friday. The bill will now be submitted […]
Here are the top business stories in Cyprus from the week starting June 30: Cyprus has moved to establish a national framework for screening foreign direct investments (FDIs), aiming to safeguard security and public order while maintaining an open environment for investors. The Council of Ministers approved the draft legislation on July 2, the Finance Ministry said […]
The Ministry of Commerce, in its capacity as the Inter-Ministerial Committee for the Preparation and Participation in World and International Trade Expositions, organised the “Cambodia National Day” celebration on Saturday at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. The event was presided over by Deputy Prime Minister Sok Chenda Sophea, who attended as the High Representative of […]
With the upcoming opening of its new international airport, Phnom Penh today has the historical opportunity to reinvent itself and align with the world’s biggest metropolises in terms of quality of life and sustainable development. The site of Pochentong International Airport [also known as Phnom Penh International Airport] spreading over 450 hectares right in the […]
Prime Minister Hun Manet has advised the policy committee to formulate investment policies for the agro-industrial sector in Cambodia’s western provinces, including Battambang, Banteay Meanchey, and Pursat provinces, to strengthen domestic production capacity and reduce trade dependence on neighbouring countries. He said on Tuesday while presiding over the 20th National Fish Day celebration at Tonle […]
The Public Works Department has launched a tender for a new central bus station in Larnaca after years of delays and repeated representations from Larnaca Municipality to solve serious traffic problems created in the city centre near Finikoudes. The project will be built using the Design and Build method and will cost €7 million (plus VAT). The […]
Cambodia and Japan launched Phase 1 of their cross-border QR code payment agreement on July 4, 2025, allowing Cambodian citizens to make mobile payments in Japan using the Bakong app or any other mobile banking application, scanning the JPQR. The launch ceremony, held in Osaka during the World Expo 2025, was led by Dr. Chea […]
The US Embassy hosted a celebration for the 249th Independence Day of the United States of America, at the Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra yesterday. The event was presided over by Sun Chanthol, Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), and Bridgette Walker, US Embassy Chargé […]
Following numerous in-person and online meetings, the US and Cambodia have reached an agreement and are currently drafting a statement that will outline a framework agreement regarding the “reciprocal” tariffs imposed by the Trump administration in April. The final meeting between a Cambodian’s task force, led by Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol, first vice-chairman of […]
The Royal Government Spokesperson Unit says that the morning of 4 July 2025, at the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the CDC led the ad-hoc working group to have a virtual conference with the United States Trade Representative (USTR), led by Sarah Ellerman, […]
Synopsis: As both neighbouring nations have set a new target of bilateral trade amounting to around $20 billion, the new international border gate will play a key role in achieving this goal, says Mr Hun Sen. Senate President Hun Sen yesterday said that the new Cambodia-Vietnam Meun Chey International Border Gate, located in Prey Veng […]