The Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction on Monday tasked the National Committee for the Management and Development of the Coastal Zone of Cambodia (NCMCC) with developing a joint plan to transform all coastal provinces into a common economic corridor.
Mr. Say Samal, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction, led a meeting with NCMCC members and provincial administration representatives to discuss and review the development of a joint plan that can sustain growth and conservation, utilizing the potential and favorable conditions in the coastal provinces.
“The initiative is to attract tourism, investment and trade while maintaining the status of the coastal zone as a key economic corridor for the country, with the aim of creating job opportunities and generating significant income for local communities in these provinces,” he noted.
Also present on the occasion were Mr. Eang Sophallet, Minister of Environment; Mr. Ly Yong Phat, President of the Oknha Association of Cambodia; Mr. Pen Sophal, Secretary of State for the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction; Mr. Kong Vimain, Secretary General of the Council for the Development of Cambodia; and Mr. Ny Phally, Secretary of State for the Ministry of Tourism.
After the discussion, the Deputy Prime Minister tasked the Secretariat of the National Economic Corridor (NECC) with reviewing land registration and examining the potential of all coastal areas to create a common economic corridor.
Mr. Bun Yeong, Deputy Governor of Kep Provincial Council and spokesperson for the Kep provincial administration, told the Khmer Times that the provincial authorities are working closely with development partners to prioritize key infrastructure projects.
“These include the development of coastal roads, modern irrigation systems and efficient drainage networks to ensure sustainable growth while reducing environmental impacts,” he added.
The Deputy Governor urged investors to study Kep province early, as seeing the progress of the transformation firsthand will give them a unique advantage to take advantage of future business opportunities before others realize their full potential.
The Kingdom of Cambodia has four coastal provinces, namely Koh Kong, Kampot, Kep and Preah Sihanouk, which offer significant economic and tourism potential due to their beautiful beaches, rich biodiversity and vibrant fishing communities.
These provinces attract both national and international tourists, presenting opportunities for investment in tourism infrastructure, ecotourism, hospitality and local industries, boosting economic growth.
According to an announcement by the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction, as National Road 48 and National Road 10 will soon be completed, these infrastructures will connect many fishing communities stretching from Koh Kong to Kep, becoming new domestic tourism destinations, especially for domestic tourists, which will provide many additional employment and income opportunities for Cambodians.
