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Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has officially declared the commencement of the Funan Techo canal project to be in August 2024. The announcement came on Thursday (May 30) amidst celebrations for the newly inaugurated projects at the Buddhist Cultural Centre in Kampong Speu Province. In his address, PM Hun Manet highlighted the significance of the…
In a significant diplomatic engagement, Cambodian Senate President, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, welcomed the British Ambassador to Cambodia, Dominic Williams, in a formal meeting that took place on the morning of Thursday, May 30, at the Senate. This encounter underscores the ongoing dialogues and robust relationships between Cambodia and the United Kingdom, fostering deeper mutual…
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet emphasized the pivotal role of integrating Buddhist cultural practices and principles for the advancement of social morality and socioeconomic development. This call to action was made during his address on Thursday, May 30, at the inauguration celebrating recent achievements at the Buddhist Cultural Centre in Kampong Speu Province. Prime Minister…
Diplomatic relations and the enhancement of collaborative efforts took center stage during a meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on May 29, 2024. His Excellency Chum Sounry, Secretary of State of the Ministry, and Mr. Andrew Herrup, the Chargé d’Affaires of the United States Embassy in Cambodia, engaged in a detailed…
During his official trip to the Republic of Türkiye on May 27, 2024, the Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister, His Excellency SOK Chenda Sophea, who is also the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, alongside His Excellency Mustafa TUZCU, the Deputy Minister of Trade of Türkiye, participated in the Cambodia-Türkiye Business Luncheon. The event saw…
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has introduced a strategic plan set to redefine Cambodia’s developmental trajectory from 2024 to 2028. This strategy aims to forge a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient economy in Cambodia, aligning closely with the country’s ambitious Pentagonal Strategy for the same timeframe. Spanning five years, ADB’s approach intends to partner with the…
On Tuesday, May 28, Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet hosted a farewell meeting for the outgoing Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia, Wang Wentian, at the Peace Palace. Ambassador Wentian, who initiated his diplomatic mission in Cambodia in 2019, concluded his five-year term, marking a significant period of enhanced relations between Cambodia and China. During…
In a recent meeting that underscored the Cambodian government’s commitment to the nation’s cultural and artistic heritage, Senate President Samdech Techo Hun Sen endorsed the restructuring and fresh leadership of the Khmer Artists Association. This new phase was marked by the welcoming of Neak Oknha Mao Chamnan as the newly-elected President of the Association during…
On the 24th of May, the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) office in Cambodia orchestrated the annual meeting for the Host Organization of the World Friends Korea (WFK) volunteer program, an initiative backed by the Korean government. This gathering, held in the spirit of cooperation and cultural exchange, was aimed at discussing various aspects of…
On Monday, May 27, an important diplomatic interaction unfolded at the Cambodian Senate when Samdech Techo Hun Sen, the President of the Senate, cordially received Ambassador Mohammed Abdul Hye, the representative of Bangladesh to Cambodia. The meeting underscored the amicable relations and potential avenues for collaboration between the two countries. As the Bangladeshi Ambassador paid…
On May 23, 2024, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet announced the initiation of a significant health policy, the “Roadmap for Global Health Coverage in Cambodia 2024-2035,” during a ceremony held at the Sokha Phnom Penh Hotel. This initiative marks a significant move toward enhancing the social protection system in Cambodia, focusing on improving the health…
In a display of tradition and cultural heritage, the Royal Ploughing Ceremony, known locally as Pithi Chrat Preah Neang Korl, took place on Sunday, May 26, in the scenic province of Kampong Speu, under the auspices of His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni. The event drew the presence of several key political figures, including Cambodian Senate…
From May 12 to June 30, 2024, the artistic landscape of Pteah Chas will be adorned with the vibrant and soulful watercolor paintings of seven distinguished artists at the Shophouse Studio. The “Harmony” exhibition, showcasing the talents of Morn Phyra, May Sok, Seng Visal, Sou Kimsan, Im Seila, Im Pesey and Nhem Sopheap, represents a…
