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More and more people are starting to realise how important it is to recycle and how our lifestyles impact the environment. There is a lot of information about how the use of plastics and other materials has a big effect on biodiversity. Have you ever thought about recycling your clothes? These things are also easy…
Chea Serey, assistant governor of the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC), said on February 20 that the Bakong system, a blockchain-based inter-bank mobile payment platform, now has more than 8.5 million accounts. This is a sign that digital payments in Cambodia are getting better. Serey said at an event that 8.5 million accounts “have been…
Have you ever heard of the Muffin Man, SiemReap? He lives in Siem Reap and sells delicious homemade muffins. His secret ingredient is love, and that’s why his muffins are so tasty! The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many people around the world. Because of this, many have been forced to change their lives, losing jobs…
After visiting Angkor Wat temples in Siem Reap, tourists rush to watch the Phare Circus in the evening. It is a one-of-a-kind attraction in Siem Reap, which celebrated its tenth anniversary on February 8, 2023. It has completely changed the concept of the usual circus. Phare, the Cambodian Circus aims to show a different experience…
Cambodia has a long and rich history in the production of silk as well as the art of weaving that dates back more than a thousand years. Southern Cambodian women keep looms in their houses and continue an artistic tradition that has been handed down from their mothers and grandmothers. Silk and Seung are two…
Humans have a unique intelligence that has only evolved once throughout the history of life. As a result, we mistakenly believe that humans are the most advanced species and that other species are at lesser stages of evolution. The reality is that only the fittest survive under any circumstances. The meaning of “fittest” varies depending…
Now, a vehicle that was once a bright symbol of Cambodia’s growing automobile industry has been brought back to its former glory. During the Sangkum era in Cambodia, which lasted from 1955 to 1956, the Angkor Minibus was produced in the country. The years 1955-1970, which were under the rule of Sangkum Reastr Niyum, are…
Cambodia is home to some of Southeast Asia’s most unique and rich arts and crafts. Throughout Cambodia’s history, its culture has been influenced and driven by religious principles. The blend of indigenous animistic beliefs and the historically Indian religions Hinduism and Buddhism produced a distinct Khmer style. Throughout history, Cambodian artisans and craftsmen have established…
Beyond Retail Business Cambodia, a local company specializing in the promotion of Cambodia through its talents, culture, and know-how, continues its development in the iconic city of Siem Reap with the soft opening of the first handicrafts incubation center in Cambodia. A bold project to support and revitalize the handicraft sector dramatically damaged by the…
Soran’s Art, a social enterprise, creates unique puppet faces. The goal of this venture is to instill a positive sense of identity in the young generation of Cambodians by preserving traditional art and creating job opportunities through it. Soran and his team decided to launch this innovative concept after discovering that it is an ideal…
When MEDHA begins playing and beating various types of (mostly large) drums, people’s jaws drop to the floor. What exactly is going on? Who are these ladies? There’s a sense of power and energy in the air, along with some lighthearted fun, in addition to the booming drum beats. The women are wide-eyed, thrusting their…
Vann Da’s 2021 smash hit “Time To Rise,” which features Master Kong Nay, has been viewed 100 million times on YouTube—an extraordinary feat not only for the Cambodian artist, but also for Asian hip hop. From the first notes of Master Kong Nay’s powerful wail to the hauntingly funky plucking of his traditional chapei, it…
Cambodia is extending its economic digitalization and embarking on the Fourth Industrial Revolution. In this environment, supporting entrepreneurship and startups is a significant government objective that is being addressed at the highest governmental levels. Cambodia has been regarded as having a “promising startup landscape” due to the increase of technology (tech) startups and the emergence…
