Sihanoukville (FN), Dec. 22 – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet asked Japan to review the possibility of assisting in the construction of bridge across the Mekong River from Kdei Takoy to Arey Ksat.

The premier spoke on Friday (Dec. 22) during a groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of Sihanoukville Autonomous Port.

"Today marks a testament to the strengthening and expansion of Cambodia-Japan relations, outlining a long-term strategy. Japan is a vital friend to Cambodia, contributing significantly to Cambodia's development in the past, present, and future,” the premier underlined.

Samdech Thipadei continued, “I would like to seize this opportunity to request Japan, through the Japanese vice minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism, to support the development of road and bridge infrastructure. Specifically, I am referring to projects such as the expansion and improvement of National Road No. 1 to the Neak Leung Bridge and the bridge across the Mekong River from Kdei Takoy to Arey Ksat. These projects have undergone review by the Ministry of Public Works and Transport," the premier underscored.

In just a few months, Samdech Thipadei has inaugurated and initiated numerous achievements with the assistance from Japan. These accomplishments are a testament to the strong and positive relations between Cambodia and Japan, particularly in celebration of the 70th anniversary of Cambodia-Japan relations.
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