PHNOM PENH: Czech Ambassador Martin Vavra met with Cambodia’s Minister of Environment, Eang Sophalleth, to discuss the importance of reducing plastic waste and maintaining a clean water supply on October…
Deadly Collision Claims 67 Lives in U.S. Air Disaster | At Least 30 Dead and Many Injured in Stampede at Maha Kumbh Mela in India | Cambodia to Host 2025 National Chapei Dang Veng Festival from June 11-13 | Senate President Hun Sen Reflects on Cambodia’s Development and ASEAN Integration | ASEAN Secretary-General Hails Samdech Techo Hun Sen's Vision at Policy Speech | Cambodia Temporarily Bans Livestock and Meat Imports from Thailand Amid Anthrax Outbreak |
Deadly Collision Claims 67 Lives in U.S. Air Disaster | At Least 30 Dead and Many Injured in Stampede at Maha Kumbh Mela in India | Cambodia to Host 2025 National Chapei Dang Veng Festival from June 11-13 | Senate President Hun Sen Reflects on Cambodia’s Development and ASEAN Integration | ASEAN Secretary-General Hails Samdech Techo Hun Sen's Vision at Policy Speech | Cambodia Temporarily Bans Livestock and Meat Imports from Thailand Amid Anthrax Outbreak |
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BEIJING: The prime ministers of Cambodia and China oversaw a signing ceremony of eight Memorandums of Understanding during China’s 3rd Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation.
BEIJING: Cai Qi, a member of the Chinese Communist Party’s Politburo Standing Committee, reaffirmed his willingness to continue to support the Hun Manet administration’s Pentagon Strategy.
BATTAMBANG: Battambang has announced it will hold a Water Festival and float lanterns along the Sangkae River in Battambang City for two days on October 28 and 29.
Tel Aviv: In a significant and unprecedented move, President Joe Biden is set to embark on a landmark trip to Israel, offering an "ironclad" display of support from the United States. This visit comes…
PHNOM PENH: Former Prime Minister Hun Sen has been relatively quiet on his social media since leaving office in late August. Yesterday, however, he headed to Telegram not to guide political policy, but…
SIEM REAP: Cambodia’s World Heritage Sites attracted thousands of visitors from at home and abroad over the holiday weekend.
PHNOM PENH: Over the three-day Pchum Ben holiday, 22 people died in traffic accidents across Cambodia.
BEIJING: On the afternoon of October 16, 2023, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet received Zou Lei, Chairman of the Board of Directors of China Datang Corporation during a courtesy call at the Third Belt…
BEIJING: Chairman of the Board of Directors of the China Metro Group, Li Kuo, informed Prime Minister Hun Manet about the company's plans to study the development of light rail system for Cambodia’s two…
BEIJING: Thailand’s largest private company, the Charoen Pokphand Group (CPG), stated its intention to expand its investment in real estate, healthcare and satellite services in Cambodia.
CHINA: Ge Haijiao, Chairman/Executive Director at the Bank of China (BOC), is scheduled to visit Cambodia next month with the aim of promoting and expanding cooperation in finance between Cambodia and…
PHNOM PENH: Nearly 60,000 people took advantage of the free buses provided by the government to return home for the Pchum Ben holiday weekend. Many of the passengers were factory workers who departed…
BEIJING: On the afternoon of October 16, Prime Minister Hun Manet met with Kang Hubiao, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Genertec International, the parent company of China National Energy Engineering.…
MONDULKIRI/KEP: Cambodia celebrated one of its largest national holidays over the weekend with thousands of people returning to their home provinces or travelling with family to celebrate Pchum Ben.
PHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Environment said that the government’s campaigns, regulations and policies on waste disposal and reducing plastic over recent years have resulted in a positive change in public…
KAMPONG SPEU: Minister of Social Affairs, Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation, Chea Somethy, met with 117 families affected by the floods in Kampong Speu Province over the holiday weekend.
PHNOM PENH: On the morning of October 16, a delegation of Cambodian athletes with disabilities left Cambodia for Hangzhou, China to participate in the 4th Asian Para Games.
Cambodia: "The Cambodia Climate Change Summit 2023 (CCCS23) is scheduled to take place on November 2-3 in Siem Reap. This summit will bring together key stakeholders and experts from across Southeast…
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia will host the Third Victim Assistance Global Conference on the Rights of Survivors of Anti-Personnel Mines and Other Explosive Ordnance in Disability Rights from October 17-19
SIEM REAP: The Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI) launched today its official commercial operation, after the airport flight demonstrations and tests of check-in demo, passenger boarding and…
SIHANOUKVILLE: Following the success of Skyfest, Cambodia’s first-ever international kite fest in May, Bay of Lights Entertainment is hosting the largest Halloween celebration in Cambodia from October…
PHNOM PENH: Prime Minister Hun Manet departed with a delegation of the Cambodian government to attend the Third Belt and Road Forum in China on October 16.
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Kampong Speu: Former Prime Minister of Cambodia Hun Sen and his wife along with family, relatives and officials, attended the Pchum Ben ceremony on Saturday morning October 14, 2023, at Wat Harirak Reachini…
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia’s Ministry of Tourism asked the United States to encourage more tourism and investment in Cambodia, as the US is one of the largest economic partners for the Kingdom.
PHNOM PENH: Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Sok Chenda Sophea, thanked Russia for its continued support and assistance to Cambodia, especially in the field of human resource…
JERUSALEM: In a continuing and devastating conflict in the Middle East, Israel launched relentless airstrikes on Hamas targets in the Gaza Strip for the fifth consecutive day. The death toll has tragically…
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia touted its achievements in democracy during the July elections, often citing the participation of 18 parties on the ballot. Today, 13 of those parties officially joined with the Cambodian…
INDONESIA: Representing Minister of Social Affairs Chea Somethy, Secretary of State and Secretary-General of the Disability Action Council, Em Chan Makara, is in Indonesia this week to discuss disability…
PHNOM PENH: President of the Nippon Foundation, Yohei Sasakawa, paid a courtesy call to former Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen on the morning of October 11, 2023. There, he praised Hun Sen for transforming…
PHNOM PENH: The Council of Ministers Friendship Building stands as a symbol of unity between Cambodia and China. Minister in Charge of the Office of the Council of Ministers, Vongsey Vissoth, and the…
PHNOM PENH: Minister of Environment Eang Sophalleth announced a campaign to plant at least one million trees per year, to reach its 2030 goal of increasing forest coverage.
PHNOM PENH: Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira congratulated Prime Minister Hun Manet on his rise to power and announced that his country plans to open a permanent embassy in Cambodia in 2024. He…
ISRAEL: A spokesperson for the Royal Government of Cambodia said that Cambodia has received word from the Israeli government that the Israeli army has taken full control of the situation around Gaza,…
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Oxford UK: Scientists at the University of Oxford have developed a new malaria vaccine that has shown to be 100% effective in preventing the disease in mice. The vaccine is still in the early stages of…
INTERNATIONAL: A new study published in the journal Nature has found that the Earth's ozone layer is recovering at a faster rate than previously expected. The ozone layer is a layer of gas in the stratosphere…
INDONESIA: While in Indonesia to meet with fellow ASEAN leaders to discuss the development of the rights of persons with disabilities, Secretary of State for the Ministry of Social Affairs and Secretary-General…
Palestinian: Israeli forces are facing allegations of mass civilian casualties in the Gaza Strip, with accusations of retaliation against Palestinian armed factions. Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor has…
PHNOM PENH: The 12th Chaktomuk Short Film Festival is coming up from October 27-30 where film lovers will have the opportunity to watch 14 competing short films from Cambodia and around the world. Have…
PHNOM PENH: Prime Minister Hun Manet said that as of Tuesday morning, October 10, the Israeli government has evacuated 323 Cambodians to safety while 131 others remain in the danger zone and are trapped…
PHNOM PENH: Former Prime Minister Hun Sen said that Cambodians living in Israel should not flee the country while it faces trouble and instructed them to wait for orders of the Israeli government. So…
INTERNATIONAL: The Biden administration is considering approaching Congress for additional funding to enhance its support for both Israel and Ukraine simultaneously. This announcement was made by White…
INDONESIA: Secretary of State for the Ministry of Social Affairs and Secretary-General of the Disability Action Council, Em Chan Makara, is representing Minister Chea Somethy and leading a delegation…
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PHNOM PENH: The Phnom Penh Capital Administration issued measures to address flooding and rescue efforts for those at high risk from floods of rivers, streams and flood-prone areas in Phnom Penh.
PHNOM PENH: Pchum Ben is one of the most cherished Khmer festivals, during which families gather to pay respects to their ancestors over 15 days. The name itself is a fusion of two Khmer words: “Pchum,”…
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KANDAL: Chairman of the Supreme Council of the King, Hun Sen and President of the Cambodian Red Cross, Bun Rany went to a pagoda to honor their ancestors along with family, organization leaders and civil…
PHNOM PENH: In a Telegram voice message on the morning of October 9, Prime Minister Hun Manet instructed provincial governors to warn people about the threat of an H5N1 bird flu strain that killed a man…
PHNOM PENH: The Secretary of State for the Ministry of Social Affairs, Veterans, and Youth Rehabilitation, and also the Secretary-General of the Disability Action Council Em Chan Makara, proudly announced…
PHNOM PENH: Representing Minister of Social Affairs, Chea Somethy, Secretary of State and Secretary-General of the Disability Action Council, Em Chan Makara, organized a charity football event to raise…
INTERNATIONAL: In the midst of a challenging situation in the Middle East, the United States is stepping in to help. This article has been rewritten in a way that's easy for children to understand.
INTERNATIONAL: In a grave turn of events, Israel and Gaza find themselves in the midst of a devastating conflict, with the death toll surpassing 1,100 as war rages on between Israel and Hamas. This article…
PHNOM PENH: Secretary of State for the Ministry of Social Affairs, Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation and Secretary-General of the Disability Action Council, Em Chan Makara, said that Cambodia is proud…
ISRAEL: A government spokesperson announced that a Cambodian student was killed in a surprise attack on Israel from Hamas on October 7. So far, around 300 Israelis and over 250 Palestinians have been…
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SIEM REAP: The largest tourist group of 2023 arrived in Siem Reap when 403 Korean tourists disembarked from two flights on October 5.
PHNOM PENH: A delegation of the Federation of Employers and the Cambodian Business Association led by Oknha Sok Piseth met with the Minister of Labor and Vocational Training, Heng Sour on October 4 at…
SIEM REAP: APSARA Authority spokesperson Long Kosal reassured the public that taking photos and videos for personal memories does not require prior permission.
PHNOM PENH: On October 5, Minister of Environment Eang Sophalleth met with German Ambassador Stefan Messerer where the two discussed cooperation on environmental issues. Messerer said that Germany will…
PHNOM PENH: Cambodian and Thai leaders met to strengthen cooperation on financial services, in particular payment systems to facilitate cross-border remittances and payments between the people of the…
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia celebrated the 30th anniversary of its Constitution on the morning of October 6, with a ceremony led by King Norodom Sihamoni. The King lauded the achievements of the Cambodian government…
PHNOM PENH: The Phnom Penh Capital Administration has prepared 455 buses to provide free transport service for people for five days, from October 12-16, during the upcoming Pchum Ben Festival.
PHNOM PENH: In Cambodia, cervical cancer is the second most common cancer and is the third deadliest cancer among women of all ages, with an estimated 1,135 new cases and 643 deaths every year. This week,
PHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Economy held an outreach workshop on "Cambodia Financial Technology Development Policy 2023-2028" to promote the development of financial technology (Fintech) in Cambodia and…
PHNOM PENH: With the new Siem Reap Angkor International Airport slated to open later this month, the Secretariat of Civil Aviation organized a pilot test for three flights on October 5, which was overseen…
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PHNOM PENH: Secretary of State and Chairman of the Spokesperson for the Ministry of Social Affairs, Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation, Em Chan Makara, requested the Director of PR and Information Management…
PHNOM PENH: Secretary of State of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Secretary-General of the Disability Action Council, Em Chan Makara, chaired a meeting to review documents in preparation for participating…
PHNOM PENH: Prime Minister Hun Manet celebrated Teacher’s Day by visiting the Cambodian Institute of Technology, where he was met with several exhibition booths displaying the creative and technical projects…
SIEM REAP: Off the beaten track atop a 140 meter hill sits an ancient temple just 10km outside of Siem Reap. The Phnom Krom temple is home to three shrines that predate the more famous Angkor structures,…
On the afternoon of October 4, Prime Minister Hun Manet, met Turkish Ambassador Ülkü Kocaefe, who said that Türkiye intends to expand the scope of cooperation in areas such as health, agriculture, environment,…
PHNOM PENH: Long-awaited direct flights between Cambodia and India are set to become a reality by the end of October 2023, following a meeting between Prime Minister Hun Manet and Indian Ambassador Devyani…
PHNOM PENH: Prime Minister Hun Manet gave a speech for Teacher’s Day where he emphasized the importance of quality schools and healthcare centers across the country. The PM said that his appointment mandates…
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ARIZONA: Two Cambodian jet ski riders won grabbed two medals at the third round of the Water Jet Ski World Series in the US this week.
Cambodia is located in one of the most vulnerable flood zones in mainland Southeast Asia with its low-lying topography and vast floodplains. Climate change has exacerbated the country’s challenges and…
BANGKOK: Thai police arrested a 14-year-old suspect on October 3 after a shooting left two dead at Bangkok’s Siam Paragon mall. He is currently being held on five charges, including murder.
PHNOM PENH: The United Nations and Cambodia are hosting a workshop this week to discuss developing early warning systems across the Kingdom to warn of natural disasters, which are ever-increasing as climate…
PHNOM PENH: On the morning of October 4, the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Dith Tina, led a delegation to attend the 45th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Agriculture and Forestry in Kuala…
PHNOM PENH: Prime Minister Hun Manet said that the relationship between the United Kingdom and Cambodia will remain the same under his administration while meeting with British Ambassador Dominic Williams…
PHNOM PENH: Pakistan has proposed that Cambodia establish an embassy within its borders to strengthen trade and people-to-people contacts.
PHNOM PENH: During one of his last meetings before leaving office on August 22, former Prime Minister Hun Sen requested that his son’s new administration double down on addressing the country’s drug crisis.…
SIEM REAP: According to the forecast from the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology, Cambodia will receive mixed rain and strong winds in the coming days, which could cause landslides or fallen…
BATTAMBANG: Hours of continuous rain on Tuesday afternoon caused heavy flooding to people living in the lowlands along the Thai border.
PHNOM PENH: The 12th Chaktomuk Short Film Festival (CSFF) has announced its 14 finalists after receiving hundreds of submissions this year. Film enthusiasts will be able to see the final entries during…
PHNOM PENH: Secretary of State for the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts, Hap Touch, said that the organization of the Chapei Dang Veng Festival is an important cultural event to preserve and promote…
PHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries issued details at the start of fishing season today. According to the memo, inland freshwater fishing is permitted from October 1-May 31…
SIEM REAP: Siem Reap’s Department of Public Works and Transport has suspended the allowance of heavy trucks to pass through certain sections of roads to preserve their longevity as floods inundate the…
SIEM REAP: The iconic Takav Gate is one of five surrounding the Angkor temple complex. With its restoration completed in February 2023, the APSARA Authority has provided guests with yet another spot for…
PHNOM PENH: Since assuming the role of Minister of Information in late August, Neth Pheaktra has been working hard to coordinate with information outlets in other countries in his mission to train media…
PHNOM PENH: While speaking to a group of nearly 20,000 factory workers in Phnom Penh, Prime Minister Hun Manet stressed the importance of relying on professional analysis to solve the nation’s problems.…
PHNOM PENH: Prime Minister Hun Manet said that the recent $4 per month increase in the minimum wage took place in a difficult world economy and should be celebrated. Last week an agreement was reached…
SIEM REAP: Since January, Angkor Wat has welcomed nearly half a million international visitors, earning almost $25 million. Compared to the same time last year, numbers are up 365%.
PHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training stressed that workers are to receive three days paid vacation for the upcoming Pchum Ben celebrations on October 13-15. The ministry instructed…