Infrastructure & Energy

The Infrastructure & Energy category covers Cambodia’s policy and governance landscape for transport corridors and road construction, digital connectivity including 5G deployment, electricity generation and grid transition, water supply and drainage systems, and other public works and utility infrastructure. This page brings together government policy updates, regulatory changes, institutional decisions, and official developments affecting these sectors in Cambodia, helping readers monitor compliance requirements, infrastructure planning trends, and broader sector-level development.

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March 21, 2026

Ministry of Post and Telecommunications Inaugurates G.I.A. Norea Smart Building Project

The Minister of Post and Telecommunications presided over the official inauguration of the G.I.A. Norea smart building project in Phnom Penh, describing it as an important digital infrastructure and smart hub. The project incorporates BIM-based digital twin technology and artificial intelligence for energy management and predictive maintenance, with a call for private sector adoption of digital and AI technologies.

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March 20, 2026

MOWRAM Inspects AIIB-Financed Climate-Resilient Irrigation Subprojects in Two Provinces

A Secretary of State at the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology led a technical mission to inspect four proposed irrigation subproject sites in Pursat and Banteay Meanchey provinces under the nationwide climate-resilient irrigation development project financed by AIIB. The visit aimed to assess local geographic conditions, prioritize subprojects, and prepare feasibility studies and detailed designs for implementation planned from 2027 to 2031.

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March 20, 2026

Ministry of Environment Convenes Inter-Ministerial Meeting on Funan Techo Canal EIA Report

The Ministry of Environment led an inter-ministerial meeting to review and provide comments on the full Environmental Impact Assessment report for the Funan Techo coastal-inland waterway project (phase 2). The 151.6 km canal project crosses Kandal, Takeo, Kampot and Kep provinces and aims to enhance Cambodia’s waterway connectivity between river and sea.

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March 20, 2026

MOWRAM Discusses C-Band Weather Radar Project With Finnish Firm Vaisala

The Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology met with representatives of Finnish company Vaisala and Trust Global Service to discuss a project to improve Cambodia’s meteorological capacity using C-Band weather radar technology. The discussion focused on strengthening meteorological infrastructure and capabilities to support climate change resilience and disaster risk reduction.

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March 20, 2026

MOWRAM and MEF Review 2026 Pricing Proposals for 17 Irrigation Maintenance Projects

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology led an inter-ministerial meeting with the Ministry of Economy and Finance to review pricing proposals for the 2026 annual and periodic maintenance of 17 irrigation system projects. The projects cover 12 target provinces, with the discussion focused on technical standards, realistic cost estimates, quality, and sustainability of the works.

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March 20, 2026

MOWRAM Inspects 57 Percent Completion of National Water Data Center

A Secretary of State at the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology inspected progress on the construction of the National Center for Water Resources and Meteorological Data Management within the ministry compound. The project has reached around 57 percent completion, with instructions issued to accelerate implementation and strictly follow technical standards and contract conditions.

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March 19, 2026

MOWRAM Reviews Progress of Banteay Meanchey Irrigation and Flood Mitigation Project

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology held a meeting with Korea Eximbank representatives to review the progress of the Irrigation Development and Flood Mitigation Project in Banteay Meanchey province, which has reached 96.18% completion as of 13 March 2026. The parties discussed resolving delays linked to global fuel price issues, administrative documentation flows, and the need for an operation and maintenance budget plan ahead of the project’s expected completion in June 2027.

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March 19, 2026

Cambodia and Japan Amend Grant for Ta Khmau Water Supply Expansion Project

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Embassy of Japan in Cambodia signed an Exchange of Notes amending Japan’s grant assistance for the Expansion of the Water Supply System in Ta Khmau. The grant amount is increased from JPY 3.421 billion (about USD 22 million) to JPY 3.568 billion (about USD 23 million).

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March 18, 2026

MOWRAM Reviews 2025 Work Results and Sets 2026 Water Infrastructure Direction

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology held a closing meeting to review its 2025 work results and outline implementation directions for 2026, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Sok Chenda Sophea. The report highlighted progress on major water resource infrastructure projects and enhancements to meteorological forecasting capacity, with guidance provided for more effective and sustainable water resource management in 2026 and beyond.

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March 18, 2026

MPWT Reports 89.88% Completion of NR7 Expansion in Kampong Cham

The Ministry of Public Works and Transport reported that the project to expand and upgrade National Road 7 to four lanes between Skun and Kampong Cham city has reached 89.88% completion as of early March 2026. The 45.504-kilometre section is progressing faster than planned and is expected to be completed during 2026, with MPWT urging road users to exercise caution while works continue.

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