New median barriers installed on Phnom Penh’s 60-metre road
The barriers and road signs affect safety and traffic on a key route to the airport.
Wednesday 4 November · 06:02 · 1 min read
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What happened
Phnom Penh authorities installed new median barriers on Samdech Techo Hun Sen Boulevard, commonly called the 60-metre road, which connects toward Techo International Airport. As of November 3, 580 sections had been installed, covering more than 1,160 metres from the Kbal Thnal bridge area. The report also said road markings were repainted and more traffic signs added.
Why it matters
The barriers and signs are intended to improve traffic order and safety on the route. The report does not provide data on their effect on crashes or traffic flow.
Background
The work was described as preparation for Cambodia hosting the 20th Francophonie Summit.
Key terms
- Median barrier
- A barrier separating traffic moving in opposite directions.
Timeline
- November 3, 2026 The report said 580 new median barrier sections had been installed on the 60-metre road.
Sources (1)
[1] Kampuchea Thmey របាំងទ្រូងផ្លូវថ្មីជាង ១,០០០ ម៉ែត្រ ដំឡើងរួចរាល់ នៅលើមហាវិថី ៦០ ម៉ែត្រ 3 Nov Read originalWas this explainer clear?
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