Dhaka, Oct. 9 -- Cambodia inaugurated the $1.5 billion Techo International Airport (KTI), marking the country's largest aviation project and one of the world's biggest airports by land area.

Located south of Phnom Penh, the new hub began operations with a commercial Air Cambodia flight greeted by a traditional water salute.

Developed by Cambodia Airport Investment Co., Ltd. (CAIC) - a joint venture between the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation and Overseas Cambodian Investment Corporation (OCIC) - the airport is designed to handle 13 million passengers annually in its first phase.

The project underscores Cambodia's push to expand regional trade and tourism. Key partners include Vinci Airports, Lagardere Travel Retail, Newrest, and SI...