PHNOM PENH: On September 12, eight civil society organizations, including Human Rights Watch (HRW), the Asian Forum for Human Rights and Development and Amnesty International,
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PHNOM PENH: National Assembly President Khuon Sodary promoted the relationship between the National Assemblies of Cambodia and Azerbaijan, both of which are now led by women who have agreed to enhance…
BEIJING: On his first visit to China as Cambodia’s Prime Minister Hun Manet is shaking hands and holding meetings with major Chinese investors as he pushes for more contribution towards Cambodia’s socio-economic…
CHINA: Prime Minister Hun Manet encouraged Chinese companies to explore the possibility of training human resources in Cambodia’s electricity industry to contribute to the sector’s development. He also…
PHNOM PENH: The French government and the French Agency for Development (AFD) expressed their commitment to continue cooperation with the Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training in the areas of education,…
PHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Health reminded the public to be vigilant and responsible in protecting their personal and family health by helping to prevent the spread of dengue fever at home and on a large-scale…
PHNOM PENH: Former Prime Minister Hun Sen took to social media to praise his son’s performance as Cambodia’s new prime minister less than one month in.
PHNOM PENH: The President of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Sanui Kazumasa, promised to support the Royal Government of Cambodia to improve the direction of rural development in Cambodia.
PHNOM PENH: Phnom Penh Khuong Sreng announced the government’s plans to build a bridge from Chak Angrae Leu to Prek Pra.
PHNOM PENH: Between four and five students at a local high school have signed a contract of contrition after photos and video of them assaulting another student surfaced online.
PHNOM PENH: Another police official was removed from his post this week after his criminal past resurfaced. Minister of Interior Sar Sokha dismissed Heng Hab from his post as Kampot Deputy Police Commissioner…
KAMPONG CHAM: Cambodia lost another Mekong River dolphin this week in what the autopsy attributes to old age. This is the fourth dolphin death reported this year and the only one related to natural causes.
INTERNATIONAL: Kim Jong Un made his first trip outside of North Korea yesterday when he traveled to Russia to meet President Vladimir Putin, in what the leaders say is an effort to further cooperation…
PHNOM PENH: The National Assembly of Cambodia has approved two draft laws to reorganize and rename governmental bodies under the newly appointed administration.
PHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts issued a press release on the return of 33 ancient Khmer statues from the collection of the late oil and gas tycoon, George Lindemann in the United States.
PHNOM PENH: The Royal Government of Cambodia has set out three main points to provide services to protect the rights and protect the interests of workers abroad.
PHNOM PENH: Before departing for China this morning, Prime Minister Hun Manet decided to relax the requirements for informal businesses to register for business licenses in accordance with his administration’s…
PHNOM PENH: While attending the ASEAN Summit in Jakarta last week, Prime Minister Hun Manet received an invitation from Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang to pay an official visit to China, which he graciously…
WATCH LIVE: PM Departure to Pay a State visit in China
PHNOM PENH: The Phnom Penh Administration requested the permission of Prime Minister Hun Manet, to open the Koh Pich bridge to Koh Norea ahead of its November opening on October 27, to relieve heavy traffic…
PHNOM PENH: Minister of Rural Development Chhay Rithy Sen said that in the last five years (2017-2022), the clean water supply has increased significantly.
SIHANOUKVILLE: The Director-General of the Department of Political and Social Affairs organized a seminar for September 13 to disseminate and implement its official proclamation on the professional ethics…
PHNOM PENH: Head of the Ministry of Inspection (formerly known as the Ministry of National Assembly-Senate Relations), Huot Hak, announced his support for a focus on gender equality in his ministry by…
PHNOM PENH: Former Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen wants Japanese businesses to invest in factories to process existing raw materials and in advanced technologies such as car assembly, electronics and…
PHNOM PENH: The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) issued its first social security pension payments for veterans, retired civil servants and their dependents on September 13, 2023.
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia’s Minister of Justice met with the US Ambassador to Cambodia to discuss business and strengthen cooperation. On September 12, US Ambassador W. Patrick Murphy visited the Ministry…
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, recently lauded the progress…
PHNOM PENH: Japanese Ambassador to Cambodia, Ueno Atsushi, is meeting with members of the former and new administrations this week to maintain cooperative ties as the Cambodian government transitions…
PHNOM PENH: Japanese Ambassador to Cambodia, Ueno Atsushi, met with former Prime Minister Hun Sen to praise the peaceful transfer of power and reaffirm his commitment to working with the new administration.
PHNOM PENH: Police arrested a man on September 12 on charges of intentional violence after video showed him firing a slingshot multiple times at a young girl on a scooter, ultimately causing injury to…
PHNOM PENH: Dy Vanthai is a name that many Cambodians have come to know and love in recent years. He is a young actor who has made a breakthrough in the BL (Boy Love) genre, starring in popular series…
PHNOM PENH: This November, 45-55 women will compete for the coveted title of Miss Planet International at Phnom Penh’s Koh Pich Theater. Miss Planet International is the only beauty pageant to follow…
PHNOM PENH: While attending the ASEAN Summit in Jakarta last week, Prime Minister Hun Manet received an invitation from Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang to pay an official visit to China, which he graciously…
PHNOM PENH: Director-General of the National Authority of Preah Vihear, Kong Puthikar, confirmed to EAC News that a Cambodian delegation is attending the 45th annual meeting of the World Heritage Committee…
PHNOM PENH: The Minister of Civil Service, Hun Many, vowed to reform the civil service exam, saying that applicants need to rely on their abilities rather than their connections.
PHNOM PENH: Head of Cambodia’s Anti-Corruption Unit, Senior Minister Om Yentieng, said leaders from his unit will visit China in the near future to exchange experiences of anti-corruption work abroad.
PHNOM PENH: Minister of Rural Development, Chhay Rithi Sen, said that by 2025, all Cambodians will have access to clean water. He said that the plan is currently 80% complete.
PHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training said that employers and workers unions have still not reached an agreement on an increase in minimum wage, with unions holding to $215 per month…
PHNOM PENH: Vice President of the Cambodian People's Party and former Minister of Interior Sar Kheng asked the CPP’s political opponents to stop spreading rumors of division within his party, which he…
PHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Social Affairs has given an orphanage/elderly care facility two months to reorganize after protests from locals who say the center is run for profit and is not equipped to…
BANTEAY MEANCHEY: Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Dith Tina, is visiting the provinces this week to observe the current situation of rice production and to advise farmers and vendors…
PHNOM PENH: Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet is heading to China on September 14 at the invitation of Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang. While there, the PM is expected to attend the China-ASEAN Expo…
BANTEAY MEANCHEY: The Cambodian National Police joined with the Royal Thai Police to arrest four Thai nationals hiding in Poipet in connection with an online scam that resulted in the murder of a Thai…
PHNOM PENH: In the bustling heart of Cambodia, a name resonates with the promise of beauty and philanthropy - Ms. Sao Lyching, popularly known as JJ Ching. Her journey from a content creator to an influential…
PHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Justice confirmed that it is working with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation to create procedures for attaining a criminal background check while…
PHNOM PENH: As Prime Minister Hun Manet prepares to make his American debut as Cambodia’s new leader, some Cambodians living in America are expressing their support, while others remain reluctant to endorse…
BATTAMBANG: Leaders from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries met with officials and rice producers in Battambang this week to assess the current situation of rice production and sales…
KAMPONG THOM: Commissioner of the National Police, General Sar Thet, issued a decree on September 11, removing Lt. Col. Hong Sarom from his newly appointed post as the Stoung District’s Chief of Police…
PHNOM PENH: A report released by the Cambodian Rice Federation (CRF) says that Cambodian rice exports have reached 58% of their goal for 2023, with 401,699 tons of milled rice shipped to 56 countries…
Kampong Speu: Prime Minister Hun Manet of Cambodia has made the decision to permit the establishment of passport offices abroad, starting with South Korea.
Kampong Speu: Prime Minister Hun Manet elaborated on the advantages that workers and citizens derive from his diplomatic efforts, particularly his participation in the ASEAN Summit and relations with…
Kampong Speu: Prime Minister Hun Manet of Cambodia revealed that he lost 1.5 kg during his participation in the ASEAN Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia. He cited the intense workload during the ASEAN meeting,…
WATCH LIVE: PM Meet With 18,265 Worker in Kompong Speur
PHNOM PENH: In 2023, the South Korean government will continue to provide approximately 23.22 million US dollars in grants to support various projects within the KOICA framework. These projects encompass…
Jakarta: Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and President of the Republic of Korea, Yoon Sok Yeol, met on September 7, 2023, in Jakarta, Indonesia. During the meeting, the two leaders agreed to strengthen…
Phnom Penh: Mr. Kim Jin-Pyo, President of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea, has praised the wisdom of Cambodia's former Prime Minister; Hun Sen. He suggested that even though Hun Sen is…
PHNOM PENH: Japanese and Cambodian Prime Ministers Strengthen Ties and Cooperation During a recent visit to Indonesia for ASEAN-related Summit Meetings on September 7, Japanese Prime Minister KISHIDA…
PHNOM PENH: Twice a year, a magical scene appears at Angkor Wat as the sun rises directly over the temple for the Vernal Equinox in March and the Autumnal Equinox in September.
PHNOM PENH: Prime Minister Hun Manet returned to Cambodia last night after attending the ASEAN Summit in Indonesia. Over four days, the prime minister attended 32 meetings, leaving him little time to…
INTERNATIONAL: In a formal letter addressed to Prime Minister Hun Manet of the Kingdom of Cambodia, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres extended warm congratulations on his assumption of…
PHNOM PENH: Members of CBRE, the leading real estate broker in Cambodia, held meetings to discuss the future of real estate in Cambodia, the challenges the market currently faces and how to address them.…
INTERNATIONAL: In an announcement made by H.E. Liurka Rodríguez Barrios, the Ambassador of Cuba in Cambodia, it has been revealed that Cuba is set to host the Group 77 + China Summit from the 15th to…
WATCH VIDEO: Cuban President Extends Invitation to PM Hun Manet for Havana Summit
Phnom Penh: The Prime Minister of Cambodia, Hun Manet, and first lady has returned safely to Cambodia on the night of September 7, 2023.
WATCH LIVE: PM Return Home After Joined 43rd ASEAN Summit
PHNOM PENH: Jmoch13, also known as Vichara Love, is a rising star in the world of social media influencers. With her real name being Sao Vichara, she has taken the Kingdom of Cambodia by storm with her…
PHNOM PENH: The three ruling parties of the Southeast Asian peninsula met in Vietnam on September 6 to strengthen their solidarity and reaffirm their commitments to each other.
PHNOM PENH: President of South Korea’s National Assembly, Kim Jin-pyo, noted the steady growth of Cambodia-Korea relations in both diplomacy and trade, with Korean investment in Cambodia increasing significantly…
INTERVIEW: Preap Kol Discusses Foreign Investments
JAKARTA: As the 43rd ASEAN Summit comes to a close today, Prime Minister Hun Manet has been inaugurated into the regional bloc with promises of continued cooperation from every country leader he meets.…
PHNOM PENH: South Korea and Cambodia have officially entered a "comprehensive strategic partnership" under Cambodia’s new administration. On September 7, President of the National Assembly of Cambodia,…
Jakarta, Indonesia: Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão of Timor-Leste has expressed his deep gratitude to Cambodia, particularly to former Prime Minister Hun Sen, for their assistance in Timor-Leste's…
JAKARTA: Having been Cambodia’s prime minister for just over two weeks, Prime Minister Hun Manet has hit the ground running to establish his reputation on the international stage. While at the ASEAN Summit…
JAKARTA: Prime Minister Hun Manet met with the king of Brunei, Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Muisazid Wadullah on September 6.
PHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Health addressed a social media post that has been circulating which claims that 20 children die every day from consuming too many soft drinks. The ministry says the claim…
Jee Leap Real, also known as Miss Food, is a young female content creator who has gone viral for her food reviews and daily life vlogs on TikTok and Facebook. With over 1.4 million followers on TikTok…
JAKARTA: Prime Minister Hun Manet said that China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has provided many benefits to Cambodia, especially in the fields of transportation and logistics.
JAKARTA: First Lady Pich Chanmony accompanied her husband to this year’s ASEAN Summit for their debut on the international stage. Today, she attended the annual event held for spouses of the senior leaders…
PHNOM PENH: As President of the Cambodian People's Party, former Prime Minister Hun Sen welcomed Dr. Say Bory to the reigning Cambodian People’s Party.
PHNOM PENH: The First Deputy Secretary General of the Cambodian Red Cross, Men Neary Sopheak, held a press conference this morning to announce the 20th South-East Asia Red Cross Red Crescent Leaders Meeting…
JAKARTA: At 45 years old, Prime Minister Hun Manet is the youngest leader to attend this year’s ASEAN Summit, which his father, former Prime Minister Hun Sen, suggested was fated by the gods as he himself…
FRANCE: A sandstone bas-relief sculpture from the 12th or 13th century was returned to Cambodia after French customs authorities confiscated it from an auction house over three years ago.
JAKARTA: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Bin Ibrahim praised former Prime Minister Hun Sen while meeting with his son, current Prime Minister Hun Manet.
PHNOM PENH: The Cambodian Post Office announced it will be selling unclaimed items at a discount and donate the proceeds to the Kantha Bopha Children’s Hospital.
PHNOM PENH: The Royal Government issued a sub-decree to establish the National Committee for Coordination of Information and Public Opinion to protect the achievements and reputation of the Cambodian…
INTERNATIONAL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is reportedly planning a trip to Russia to meet President Vladimir Putin later this month, according to a New York Times report. The meeting aims to strengthen…
Jakarta, Indonesia - On September 4, 2023, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister SOK Chenda Sophea, who serves as the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for Cambodia, engaged in…
JAKARTA: At his first ASEAN Summit as prime minister, Hun Manet continued his father’s tradition of meeting his Vietnamese and Laotian counterparts for breakfast before the official summit began.
Jakarta, Indonesia - On September 4, 2023, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister SOK Chenda Sophea, who holds the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for Cambodia, engaged…
Jakarta, Indonesia - On September 4, 2023, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister SOK Chenda Sophea, who serves as Cambodia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, held a significant…
PHNOM PENH: Meet LA PHANITH, the owner of Skin7 Cambodia and a rising star in the world of social media. With a following of 1.9 million on TikTok and 133,000 on Facebook, LA PHANITH has captured the…
Jakarta - Phnom Penh, Cambodia - In anticipation of the 43rd ASEAN Summit and Related Summits set to take place in Jakarta, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister SOK Chenda Sophea, who also serves as the…
SIHANOUKVILLE: Eight European tourists were rescued at sea after their boat engine gave out and began to sink in rough seas near Koh Tres. Southeast Asian seas are notoriously rough during monsoon season…
Phnom Penh, Cambodia - In a significant move toward environmental sustainability, His Excellency Eng Sophallet, the Minister of the Ministry of Environment, has instructed the Ministry to launch a campaign…
JAKARTA: While on his trip to attend the 43rd ASEAN Summit, Prime Minister Hun Manet met with his Indonesian counterpart to celebrate their countries’ close relationship and commit to further cooperation…
SIEM REAP: Covering an area of 401 square kilometres, the Angkor Temple Complex contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmer Empire from the 9th to the 15th centuries. As the…
JAKARTA: Prime Minister Hun Manet’s ASEAN Summit visit kicked off with the ASEAN Business and Investment Summit on September 4. During a speech he made to the forum, he highlighted Cambodia’s continued…
JAKARTA: Southeast Asian leaders are gearing up for a crucial summit in Jakarta this week, where they will confront pressing issues, including the ongoing Myanmar crisis and escalating tensions in the…
PHNOM PENH: New Minister of Interior, Sar Sokha, requested his ministry to review the cost of passports in Cambodia so that they can consider lowering the cost, noting that Cambodian passports are much…
PHNOM PENH: National Assembly of Cambodia President, Khuon Sodary, invited her South Korean counterpart to pay an official visit from September 6-9.