This page covers Cambodia’s infrastructure and development framework, including transport, energy, water, urban planning, public works, and investment-linked projects that shape national growth, service delivery, and governance standards. It tracks policy developments, regulation updates, government actions, enforcement trends, compliance requirements, public procurement measures, institutional activity, and administrative decisions affecting project planning, approval, implementation, and oversight. The page provides structured updates on official developments in Cambodia, with ongoing monitoring of ministries, regulators, and public authorities to support long-term reference on governance, implementation, and the evolving policy environment.

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February 27, 2023

General Department of Energy Reviews Technical Cooperation with IAEA for 2024–2029

The General Department of Energy of the Ministry of Mines and Energy led a Cambodian delegation to a meeting at the IAEA headquarters in Vienna from 20–24 February 2023. The discussions covered five proposed technical cooperation projects for 2024–2025, a draft Country Programme Framework for 2024–2029, support for national energy planning and efficiency, and cooperation under the IAEA Rays of Hope initiative for cancer treatment services at Calmette Hospital.

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February 20, 2023

Ministry of Mines and Energy Meets German KfW on Power Transmission and Clean Energy

The Ministry of Mines and Energy held a working meeting with representatives of the German Development Bank KfW to discuss potential support for Cambodia’s power transmission network and electricity infrastructure. Discussions also covered participation in energy development and investment projects under the new Power Development Master Plan 2022–2040 and the National Energy Efficiency Policy 2022–2030.

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February 20, 2023

Senate Commission Visits Bak Kheng Water Treatment Plant Construction Sites

The 9th Commission of the Senate conducted a field visit to review progress on the Bak Kheng raw water pumping station and water treatment plant, as well as associated main pipeline works under the Tonle Sap and along the Win-Win Boulevard. The delegation was led by the commission president and joined by senior officials from the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, French and EU representatives, and development finance institutions.

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February 20, 2023

Ministry of Mines and Energy Launches Planning for E-Mobility and Clean Stove Projects

The Ministry of Mines and Energy convened a kick-off meeting to initiate work on a roadmap for promoting the use of electric vehicles and a clean cookstove project in Cambodia, implemented in cooperation with the World Bank. Participants discussed initial tasks, including assessing current conditions, future demand and challenges, and defining strategic, regulatory, and institutional frameworks for implementation.

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February 13, 2023

MOWRAM Inspects O&M and Rehabilitation of Vai Ko and Prek Me Khsay Irrigation

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology conducted a technical inspection of routine operation and maintenance for the Vai Ko (Phase 1) irrigation system spanning four provinces and an anniversary rehabilitation of the Prek Me Khsay irrigation system in Prey Veng province. The works cover canal earthworks, hydraulic structures, and drainage facilities supporting wet and dry season irrigation over several thousand hectares of farmland.

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January 30, 2023

MPWT Discusses Infrastructure Financing with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Delegation

The Minister of Public Works and Transport met with a delegation from Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation to discuss potential financial cooperation for Cambodia’s transport and logistics infrastructure projects. The meeting outlined key expressway, railway, port, and waterway development priorities, including projects linking Phnom Penh with Sihanoukville, Bavet, Siem Reap, and Kampot.

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January 30, 2023

MPWT Reviews 2022 Road Safety Work and Highlights Transport Infrastructure Plans

The Ministry of Public Works and Transport participated in a national road traffic safety review meeting for 2022 and outlined directions for 2023. The ministry reported on efforts to reduce traffic accidents through road maintenance, upgrades of several national roads, deployment of the ROAD CARE mobile application, and feasibility studies on railway and waterway transport projects.

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January 30, 2023

MOWRAM Reviews IAIP Irrigation Project Progress With EIB and Development Partners

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology held a review meeting on the implementation progress of the IAIP irrigation sector improvement project with a delegation from the European Investment Bank headquarters. The discussion covered recent project performance and development partner support, including co-financing from EIB, ADB and the Government of Australia, and EU grant funding for the IAIP project.

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January 30, 2023

MPWT Receives Minconsult Delegation on Phnom Penh–Preah Sihanouk Expressway Oversight

The Minister of Public Works and Transport met with a delegation from Minconsult Sdn Bhd led by its CEO to hear a report on the company’s work as technical supervisor and evaluator for the Phnom Penh–Preah Sihanouk expressway project. The company reiterated its commitment to support Cambodia’s infrastructure development and acknowledged the ministry’s trust and opportunities for engagement in current and future projects.

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