Cambodia, Japan Discuss Special Economic Zone Establishment

Phnom Penh, December 26, 2023 --

Inter-ministries and a Japanese delegation have discussed a study project on the establishment of Cambodia-Japan Special Economic Zone, aimed to encourage more Japanese investors to invest in Cambodia.

The discussion took place here on Dec. 25 between H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, and the delegation from Japan led by H.E. UENO Atsushi, Japanese Ambassador to Cambodia.

The meeting was attended by H.E. Say Samal, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction, H.E. Keo Rottanak, Minister of Mines and Energy, H.E. Peng Ponea, Minister of Public Works and Transport, officials of relevant ministries and agencies and representatives of JICA Cambodia Office.

The meeting focused on two major topics, including the expansion of Sihanoukville Autonomous Port to become a regional port, and the study and preparation of Cambodia-Japan Special Economic Zone, which will attract more Japanese investors to invest in Cambodia.

Besides, the meeting also touched on the Comprehensive Intermodal Transport and Logistics Masterplan (CIT-MP) 2023-2033, which was jointly organised by the Ministry of Public Works and Transport and Supreme National Economic Council, with the support of key development partners.

This master plan is designed by combining seven main master plans to be interconnected and to facilitate the transport of goods, passengers, and services within the country, the region, and the world.