Cambodia seeks U.S. technology firm partnership for green energy future

Cambodia seeks U.S. technology firm partnership for green energy future

Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), led a delegation on Nov. 4 to meet with representatives of GE Vernova, a leading U.S. company in energy technology and sustainable grid development.

At a meeting in Washington, DC, the Deputy Prime Minister briefed Mr George A. Pickart, Director of Government Affairs and Global Policy at GE Vernova, on the Royal Government of Cambodia’s vision to build a stable, affordable, and environmentally friendly energy system.

He also emphasised the vital role of GE Vernova in helping Cambodia strengthen its grid infrastructure (Grid Solutions) to embrace renewable energy in line with current global trends.

Additionally, Sun Chanthol, requested GE Vernova to consider expanding its investment activities beyond GE’s current presence in Cambodia, focusing on providing solutions such as Smart Grid Solutions with the import of energy management and storage technologies to improve energy efficiency across the country.

In response, George expressed his high appreciation for Cambodia’s economic progress and agreed that developing the energy sector is key to future economic growth.

On behalf of GE Vernova, he also expressed his willingness to continue providing technical support and consultation to relevant Cambodian institutions, especially on the formulation of long-term energy policies and the implementation of international standards.

The meeting reaffirmed the joint commitment between Cambodia and GE Vernova to enhance cooperation on key infrastructure projects in Cambodia.

The CDC, as the single gateway to the Royal Government, will continue to coordinate closely with GE Vernova to ensure that modern energy technology investment projects are successfully implemented in line with global efforts to address climate change.

Sun Chanthol is leading a delegation of high-ranking officials and key private sector representatives on an official visit to the U.S. for a ‘knock-and-door’ mission, an active diplomatic and economic strategy aimed at promoting trade and attracting foreign investment by directly engaging with international partners.

During his stay in the U.S., DPM has met with key U.S. leading companies, including McDonald’s Corporation and Medline, manufacturing and distributing medical and surgical supplies, discussing and exploring investment opportunities in Cambodia. 

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