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Wednesday, Jul 02, 2025

Cambodia Allocates Public Funds to Construct 250km of Border Roads in Northeastern Provinces

Military Engineering Forces to Oversee the Development, Enhancing Border Security and Connectivity
The Cambodian government has committed $27 million, raised through public contributions between August 26 and October 31, to build 250 kilometers of roads along the northeastern border provinces of Mondulkiri and Ratanakiri. Prime Minister Hun Manet appointed Kim Bunthan, Minister Delegate Attached to the Prime Minister, as the head of an ad hoc working group, with General Kwan Seam of the Military Engineering Forces serving as deputy head to oversee the project. This significant infrastructure initiative aims to enhance border security, improve connectivity, and support economic development in these regions.

Minister Delegate Kim Bunthan announced on November first that the allocated funds will facilitate the construction of four new paved roads, each ranging between nine to ten meters in width with seven-meter-wide driving surfaces. Of the total 250 kilometers, 147 kilometers will be constructed in Mondulkiri province and 102 kilometers in Ratanakiri province. General Kwan Seam emphasized the Military Engineering Forces' dedication to building high-quality, resilient roads, stating, “As soldiers, we cannot be negligent. Our commitment is to follow the Prime Minister’s orders and ensure the successful completion of this project by April 2027.” The necessary machinery for construction has already been deployed, signaling the project's swift progression.

This development is part of the broader effort to complete Cambodia’s 2,260-kilometer border ring road, which began in 1994 to secure the country’s borders. Currently, nearly half of the total ring road has been completed, with ongoing plans to extend and enhance the remaining sections. The new roads will play a crucial role in facilitating trade, improving access to remote areas, and strengthening Cambodia’s overall border infrastructure. The government’s continued investment in border infrastructure underscores its commitment to national security and regional connectivity, laying the foundation for sustained economic growth and stability.

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