New Bridges and Roads Boost Economy and Traffic Along National Road 1 in Phnom Penh
Infrastructure development in Cambodia, particularly new bridges and road networks along National Road 1, is easing traffic congestion and boosting economic activity. The new Bassac River bridge, slated for completion by mid-2027, is met with anticipation by local residents and tuk-tuk drivers.
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