Cambodia Shifts $270M World Bank Road Funds to Local Job Creation
The Cambodian government announced a strategic shift for a $270 million World Bank-funded road development program, prioritizing community-based job creation over heavy machinery. The accelerated 18-month project aims to directly benefit local residents by channeling funds into their pockets.
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