World

Cambodia considers licensing mining at four coal sites

The Cambodian Ministry of Mines and Energy is set to review applications soon for rights to four coal mining concession areas it opened late in March in the northern region of the country, the Phnom Penh Post reported.
Hanoi (VNA) - TheCambodian Ministry of Mines and Energy is set to review applications soon forrights to four coal mining concession areas it opened late in March in thenorthern region of the country, the Phnom Penh Post reported.

The ministrysaid in a press release that interested national and international companiescan apply for a mining licence at the General Department of Mineral Resources,adding that it will make a public announcement naming the winning company oncethe process is completed.

Director-General of theGeneral Department of Mineral Resources Yos Monirath said the ministry saw the potentialfor exploitable mineral resources in the areas that cover a total of 794 sq.km. It has received four of five applicationsfor mining licences in the four sites and will review the applications next week

He said theministry previously granted a licence to a private company for one of the areas– a 200 sq. km. site in the Trapaing Tiem area in Oddar Meanchey province’sTrapaing Prasat district. However, this company did not discover mineralresources and the ministry decided not to renew its licence.

However, henoted, the ministry reopened the coal mining concession area for privatecompanies to invest in research because the area is zoned for mining extractionto supply coal-fired power plants that the government has decided to constructnearby.

Another areais the 194 sq. km. site in the Tumnop Dach area which straddles across OddarMeanchey and Preah Vihear provinces. The remaining areas are 200 sq. km. eachand are located in Mondulkiri province.

The officialadded the ministry has issued 40 metal exploration licences throughout Cambodia./.
VNA
#Cambodian Ministry of Mines and Energy #Cambodia #coal mining #mineral resources #mining licences #coal-fired power plants #Vietnamplus #Vietnam News Agency Cambodia
Follow VietnamPlus

Related News

Remittances to Cambodia drop sharply due to COVID-19

Remittances to Cambodia drop sharply due to COVID-19

Cambodia is to join the ranks of declining overseas worker remittances this year after the World Bank projected global remittances will decline sharply by about 20 percent in 2020 because of the economic crisis induced by the COVID-19 pandemic and consequent business shutdowns.
Cambodia’s rice exports surge in first four months

Cambodia’s rice exports surge in first four months

Cambodian Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries Veng Sakhon has said that his country exported 300,000 tonnes of rice in the first four months of this year, up nearly 40.5 percent year-on-year.

See more

Ambassador Do Hung Viet, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, speaks at the general debate held by the Economic and Financial Committee (Second Committee) of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on October 14, 2026. (Photo: VNA)

ASEAN reaffirms commitment to poverty eradication, food security

Facing challenges from climate change, biodiversity loss, rising food demand, and price fluctuations, ASEAN is actively implementing its Vision for Food, Agriculture and Forestry towards 2045 and the relevant 2026–2030 action plan to build food systems that are sustainable, inclusive and resilient, said Ambassador Do Hung Viet.

Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Nguyen Quoc Dung and his spouse pose for a photo with delegates at the event (Photo: VNA)

ASEAN Culture Day 2026 in US promotes friendship, peace

Vietnam added a distinctive touch to the event with a Dong Ho-inspired ao dai presentation, combining the elegance of the traditional Vietnamese long dress with motifs rooted in the country’s folk culture. The Vietnamese booth also displayed silk products and traditional handicrafts, helping promote the refined and diverse beauty of Vietnamese culture to international friends.

Timor-Leste speeds up participation in ASEAN digital economic framework

Timor-Leste speeds up participation in ASEAN digital economic framework

For Timor-Leste, joining the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement will require improvements in institutional capacity, digital infrastructure and public digital skills, while offering domestic businesses opportunities to access broader markets. The move also represents a concrete step towards translating the country's ASEAN membership into tangible economic benefits.

Cambodia pledges to cut greenhouse gas emissions

Cambodia pledges to cut greenhouse gas emissions

Cambodia has reaffirmed its firm commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and addressing climate change through technological modernisation, and pledged to work with the international community to cut emissions to the lowest possible level.

Cambodia steps up crackdown on online scam networks

Cambodia steps up crackdown on online scam networks

The national campaign against online scams has taken legal action against suspected operations, including raids, prosecutions and ongoing investigations into cases before the courts, according to a Cambodian official.

Cambodia spends over 70 mln USD on coffee bean imports

Cambodia spends over 70 mln USD on coffee bean imports

According to the Cambodian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, the country imports around 10,000 tonnes of coffee annually, mainly from Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, France, Italy, the US, Malaysia, Singapore, the Republic of Korea and Australia.

IMF-World Bank meetings give Thailand fresh year-end tourism boost

IMF-World Bank meetings give Thailand fresh year-end tourism boost

The events provide an opportunity to showcase Thai culture, performing arts and attractive destinations to international delegates, especially those visiting the country for the first time. The government hopes these experiences will encourage delegates to return to Thailand in the future, helping to raise the country’s international tourism profile.

A corner of Phnom Penh (Photo: Pexels)

Cambodia optimistic about economic prospects

Cambodia’s national treasury currently held at least 2.5 billion USD in reserves. In the first nine months of 2026, its state budget revenue exceeded 5 billion USD, averaging 500-600 million USD per month.

(Photo: pib.gov.in)

India, ASEAN step up talks to upgrade trade in goods agreement

India and ASEAN signed AITIGA in 2009 to promote trade liberalisation and expand economic ties. However, changes in trade patterns, supply chains and the global economic environment have created a need to update the agreement to reflect current conditions.

Cambodia seeks to improve healthcare quality, support people

Cambodia seeks to improve healthcare quality, support people

Speaking at a ceremony on October 7 marking the 80th anniversary of the University of Health Sciences in Phnom Penh, PM Hun Manet said more than 2.25 million women had benefited from government cash support from pregnancy until their children turn two in the first half of 2026.

Bangkok named world's best city for 2026

Bangkok named world's best city for 2026

Bangkok scored 97.68 points, surpassing Paris of France with 97.14 points and Istanbul of Türkiye with 96.67 points, which ranked second and third, respectively, according to the magazine's latest poll.