The Ministry of Public Works and Transport is the government authority in Cambodia responsible for public infrastructure and transport policy, including the development, administration, and oversight of roads, bridges, ports, waterways, and transport systems. Its regulatory scope covers transport planning, infrastructure standards, technical regulation, operational compliance, safety oversight, and institutional governance across public works and mobility networks. This page serves as a central hub for tracking policy updates, regulatory developments, governance measures, and enforcement activity related to Cambodia’s public works and transport framework, including compliance requirements, oversight priorities, and administrative reforms.
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport held an internal meeting to conduct a final review of the draft Law on Logistics. The session, chaired by an MPWT Secretary of State’s representative, involved technical working groups and legal advisors in preparation for an upcoming National Logistics Council meeting.
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport clarified documentation, fees, and penalty conditions for renewing driving licences that have expired for no more than 30 days. The guidance is based on Prakas No. 047 SK dated 17 January 2017 on the issuance of driving licences and points cards and specifies where applicants can access public service centres.
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.
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport led an inter-ministerial delegation to an investor conference in Singapore on market sounding for the Sihanoukville Logistics Center (SHV-LC) development project. The event, supported by Infrastructure Asia and IFC, aimed to present the project’s potential, build high-level strategic partnerships with international investors, and gather their feedback.
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport announced that mobile vehicle technical inspection units will operate in Pailin, Koh Kong, Stung Treng, and Prey Veng provinces from 16–20 March 2026. Vehicle owners in these provinces are called to present their vehicles for mandatory technical inspection within the specified period.
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport conducted a study visit to border gate facilities in Vietnam to examine management models, engineering layouts, inspection procedures, and logistics infrastructure relevant to Cambodia’s planned international border gate and logistics development. The item has long-term reference value because it documents an official institutional study linked to future border infrastructure planning and operational design.
The update records official participation in the 14th annual assembly of the Cambodia Water Supply Association and preserves sector-wide water supply indicators and 2026 organizational directions, making it a useful reference point for Cambodia’s public utility and water infrastructure development.
The update records an official inspection of accessibility facilities at rest stops along the Phnom Penh–Sihanoukville Expressway and planned reporting for future improvements. It has long-term reference value because it documents public infrastructure accessibility review, inter-ministerial coordination, and the application of technical standards to expressway service facilities.
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport reported a review of Phase 1 and planning for Phase 2 of a Korea-funded project to improve Cambodia’s road construction and management system. The update has long-term reference value because it identifies the project scope, implementation period, technical components, and participating institutions.
Cambodia’s maritime transport authority participated in the 20th ReCAAP ISC Governing Council meeting, where member representatives reviewed regional piracy and armed robbery threats at sea and discussed the centre’s roadmap, action plans, and budget. The update has long-term reference value because it records Cambodia’s formal engagement in a regional maritime security governance mechanism.
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