Japanese eye hospitality investment in Kampot

Japanese investors announced yesterday their intention to invest in a bungalow development covering four hectares of land in Kampot province.

The delegation of Japanese businesspeople announced their plans during a meeting with Chea Tay, the governor of Kampot province.

The project will be located in Traeuy Kaoh commune in Kampot district.

The provincial governor supported the project, adding that he wants to see more projects in the hospitality sector to meet rising demand from tourists.

Soy Sinol, director of Kampot’s tourism department, confirmed the investment plans but had no details to share.

“All we know is that they have a clear intention to invest in the project, but they haven’t told us any details about the project itself, such as the groundbreaking date or the capital that will be invested,” he said.

“It is possible that they just need more time to study the project and that when they finish they will reveal more.

“We hope the project will serve to attract more tourists from Japan as we are now focusing on making Kampot more beautiful and green,” Mr Sinol added.