Cambodia begins to construct river bridge in capital with funds from China

Cambodia on Monday began the bridge construction across the Bassac River in the southern part of the capital Phnom Penh, with funds from China.

The bridge, measuring 845.7 meters in length and 27 meters in width, along with an 804.3-meter connecting road, will be built by the Shanghai Construction Group. The project is a testament to the ironclad friendship between China and Cambodia, expected to be completed in 42 months.

Cambodian Prime Minister stressed the vital role of bridge construction that it will play an important part in dealing with the rising numbers of people and vehicles in the capital. He also emphasized the positive impacts of China-funded transport infrastructure projects on both internal connectivity and regional integration with neighboring countries.