Japan grant for electricity access
The Japanese government announced on August 31 that it would provide almost $9 million to improve electricity access in the Kingdom that would enable Cambodians to enjoy better quality electricity services. Speaking at the signing ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Phnom Penh, Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn said that the new power lines, funded by the Japanese grant, form part of the development of the Southern Economic Corridor. He said it will ensure better connectivity for the public and businesses along the corridor – in Svay Rieng, Banteay Meanchey and Koh Kong provinces. “It will also reduce our dependence on power supply from neighboring countries,” Mr. Sokhonn added. Just over 93 kilometers of lines will be installed, he said, and will form part of the Cambodia’s continued economic expansion.
