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Ministry Dismisses Human Rights Watch Credibility

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,

Ministry of Health Warns about Spike in Dengue Cases

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…

Japan pledges to Support Cambodia’s Rural Development Goals

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.

Social Media Exposes another Cop with a Criminal Past

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…

Adult Dolphin Found Dead in Kampong Cham

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.

North Korea and Russia Buddy Up Amid Western Concerns

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…

US Returns 33 Stolen Khmer Statues to Cambodia

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.

PM Departs for First State Visit to China

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…

Rural Water Supply Program Enters Phase 4

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.

Former PM Makes Recommendations to Japanese Investors

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…

Ministry of Justice Meets with US Ambassador

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…

Dy Vanthai: Using Influence to Spread Love and Kindness

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…

Beauty Meets Sustainability at Miss Planet International

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…

Cambodian PM to Meet with Xi Jinping during China Visit

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…

Cambodian PM to Visit China This Week

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…

Thai Man Kills Family after Falling Victim to Online Scam

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…

EU Becomes Top Importer of Cambodian Rice

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…

PM Explains Benefits of His Diplomacy to Workers

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…

PM Hun Manet Loses 1.5 kg After ASEAN Summit

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,…

Sun to Rise over Angkor Wat Peak on September 22

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.

PM Returns from ASEAN with International Mandate

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…

How Can Developers Re-Strategize to Avoid Real Estate Bust?

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.…

PM Returns Safely to Cambodia

Phnom Penh: The Prime Minister of Cambodia, Hun Manet, and first lady has returned safely to Cambodia on the night of September 7, 2023.

PM Heading to China Next Week

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…

First Lady Meets ASEAN Leaders’ Spouses in Jakarta

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…

PM Hun Manet Enters Day 3 of International Debut at ASEAN

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 Returns Stolen Apsara Sculpture

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.

Cambodia and Singapore Strengthen Bilateral Ties

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…

Angkor Visitor Numbers Continue to Climb in August

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…

PM Pushes Peace Agenda at ASEAN 2023

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…

Minister of Interior Recommends Reviewing Passport Fees

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…