Cambodia to Launch New Submarine Fiber Optic Cable by Mid-2027 to Boost Digital Infrastructure
Cambodia plans to launch a new high-speed submarine fiber optic cable by mid-2027 to strengthen international internet connectivity and promote the development of the digital sector. This was revealed by the Minister of Post and Telecommunications at the FrancoTech 2026 event on digital government, who emphasized that digital infrastructure development is crucial for Cambodia's digital transformation.
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