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Chak Angre Krom–Prek Pra bridge reaches 85% completion
The Bassac River crossing moved from 79% completion in July to 85% by early September. The bridge remains under construction, with full completion now estimated for mid-2027.
Read news →Cambodia sets new licensing rules for construction laboratories
Prakas No. 050 creates a licensing regime for construction laboratories in Cambodia, with defined scopes, staffing rules, review times and three-year licences.
Read news →IMF mission sees Cambodia growth slowing to 3% in 2026
IMF staff projected Cambodia's 2026 growth at 3% and average inflation at 5.6%, while flagging real-estate weakness as a key financial-sector vulnerability.
Read news →Cambodia reviews 22 actions on responsible microfinance
Cambodia’s July review checked progress on 22 microfinance reform actions. By August, 16 had been completed and six were still being implemented.
Read news →Cambodia Reaffirms Plan for 11 Logistics Hubs by 2033
Cambodia has reaffirmed a nationwide network of 11 logistics hubs under its 2023–2033 master plan. The announcement is a long-term policy signal, not a simultaneous construction launch.
Read news →Cambodia opens upgraded National Road 7 to Kampong Cham
A 45.5 km section from Skun to Kizuna Bridge is now open with four lanes, easing a key approach to Kampong Cham without guaranteeing property price gains.
Read news →Prague–Sihanoukville charters planned for winter 2026/27
A weekly TUI Airways charter between Prague and Sihanoukville is planned from 19 December 2026 to 3 April 2027, sold through tour packages rather than as a scheduled route.
Read news →Cambodia Launches Free IMEI Checks Through EIRS
Cambodia’s EIRS lets consumers check a phone or other SIM-enabled device’s IMEI for free before purchase and see its status on local mobile networks.
Read news →Cambodia puts forced-labour import ban into effect under Prakas 450
Cambodia's Prakas No. 450 has applied since 1 July 2026, setting a 10-working-day response period for importers and enforcement measures for affected goods.
Read news →Cambodia launches $20m energy-efficiency fund for SMEs
Cambodia’s new revolving fund offers eligible SMEs financing for energy-saving investments, with rates capped at 5.5% and terms of up to ten years.
Read news →CIMB Cambodia ties mobile banking access to a KHR account
From July 2026, CIMB may suspend mobile banking for customers without a Khmer riel account. Here is who the rule affects and what to check.
Read news →Cambodia has 39 operating SEZs, CIB data shows
Cambodia Investment Board reports 39 operating SEZs as of July 2026, with 1,122 investment projects, about 260,000 workers and $14.6 billion in capital.
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