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Cellcard passed 500 active 5G sites in Cambodia in May
Cellcard said its 5G network exceeded 500 base stations in May 2026 and covered about half of Phnom Penh’s population, with further expansion under way.
Read news →Economy & businessCambodia Enacts 24-Month Military Service for Men Aged 18–25
Cambodia’s May law makes 24 months of military service mandatory for male citizens aged 18–25. Implementation rules followed in August, with recruitment starting in October.
Read news →Infrastructure & transportCambodia Updates Road Weight Rules and Overload Penalties
Cambodia's amended Road Law changes vehicle weight rules and penalties for overloading. The measure has advanced well beyond the cabinet approval announced in May.
Read news →Law, visas & rulesCambodia 2026 transport tax deadline is 30 November
Cambodia's 2026 transport tax is due by 30 November. Previously registered vehicles can use a simpler payment process, while first-time registration needs extra paperwork.
Read news →Economy & businessCambodia sets new rules for mobile service and advertising SMS
TRC requires clearer service alerts in Khmer and/or a user-selected language, while advertising texts face time, labelling and opt-out rules.
Read news →Economy & businessCambodia Prepares $10M Push for a Wider EV Charging Network
Cambodia has put EDC at the centre of a national EV charging expansion. More than 170 permits were approved, but permits are not the same as operating chargers.
Read news →Economy & businessCambodia CDC reviews seven projects worth about $450m
Cambodia's CDC reviewed seven proposed projects worth about $450m on May 19, including three solar plants and energy storage across three provinces.
Read news →Economy & businessCambodia launches ILO certification programme for financial educators
The ILO, Cambodia’s banking association and microfinance association have begun training financial-education professionals for institutions and communities nationwide.
Read news →Society & tourismBakheng Phase 3 reaches 72% completion in Phnom Penh
Bakheng Water Treatment Plant Phase 3 was about 72% complete on 15 May. It is due to add 195,000 m³/day, with full operation expected in Q2 2027.
Read news →Infrastructure & transportCambodia air traffic splits as passenger numbers weaken
Cambodia handled 2.4 million air passengers in Jan–Apr 2026, down 4% year on year, while flight movements rose 2% and air cargo jumped 36%.
Read news →Law, visas & rulesCambodia regulator targets unlicensed smartphone imports
Cambodia’s telecom regulator ordered unlicensed device distributors to regularise importer status, model approvals and import permits. What buyers can verify.
Read news →Economy & businessCambodia’s Jan–Apr trade was reported at $23.38bn
Cambodia’s May 11 trade snapshot put January–April merchandise trade at $23.38bn. A later GDCE series shows different figures for the same months.
Read news →Infrastructure & transportKoh Khsach Tonlea Bridge moves into feasibility and design
Cambodia has hired consultants for the Koh Khsach Tonlea Bridge. A June survey of four possible sites confirms the crossing is still in the planning stage.
Read news →Society & tourismCambodia formally recognises OxfordAQA qualifications
Cambodia has moved from May talks to formal recognition of OxfordAQA qualifications, clarifying local university progression routes for students.
Read news →Economy & businessCDC cited 184 projects worth $2.6bn for Jan-Apr 2026
Cambodia's CDC cited 184 approved projects worth about $2.6bn at a May forum. Later releases show why the figure should be treated as a period snapshot.
Read news →Property & developmentCambodia and UN-Habitat sign housing cooperation MoU
Cambodia’s land ministry and UN-Habitat will continue work on housing policy, rural settlements and more inclusive housing for lower- and middle-income households.
Read news →Property & developmentCambodia pushes telecom standards into building practice
Cambodia is reinforcing telecom infrastructure requirements for residential and commercial developments, covering equipment space, in-building systems and cable networks.
Read news →Property & developmentAngkor land-use plan covers 114 villages in protected zones
Cambodia is preparing village land-use rules for Angkor Zones 1 and 2. Owners and buyers still need a parcel-specific check before assuming development rights.
Read news →Property & developmentCambodia's new Land Law remains under revision
Cambodia has been consulting on a new Land Law covering registration, state land and appeals. A June follow-up showed the draft was still being revised.
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