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Cambodia’s cruise tourism is poised for growth in 2025, buoyed by an impressive increase in the number of foreign liners docking at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port (PAS) in recent months. This trend signals the potential to elevate the nation’s profile as a premier coastal destination while generating economic benefits. However, it also underscores the need for…
It was a sight to behold. A team of biodiversity experts from NatureLife Cambodia recently spotted 22 Sarus Cranes at the picturesque Lomphat Wildlife Sanctuary (LWS) during a routine monitoring session. The sighting, which included eight young cranes, was spread across seven different locations within the sanctuary. “This surpasses all previous counts at the Sanctuary,…
In a powerful gesture of international collaboration, Cambodia and China have reaffirmed their commitment to combat cybercrime together, aiming to create a secure and thriving environment that attracts both foreign investors and global visitors to Preah Sihanouk province. This inspiring pledge was made during a recent meeting between Mang Sinet, the Governor of Preah Sihanouk…
Cambodia is stepping into 2025 with optimism and determination, showing steady economic growth despite global uncertainties. With a projected growth rate of 5.9%, the country is leaning on its core strengths while exploring new opportunities. These projections come from the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO), which highlights key drivers like manufacturing and tourism. Let’s dive…
In 2024, a total of 1,023,688 foreign tourists purchased tickets to visit the Angkor Archaeological Park, marking an impressive increase of over 28% compared to 2023, which saw 798,069 ticket purchases. Ticket sales generated US$47,826,981 in revenue, also reflecting a 28% increase compared to the previous year’s earnings of US$37,198,988. Breaking down ticket purchases: Mr.…
Siem Reap Province experienced a vibrant celebration as more than 330,000 national and international tourists and residents visited the area during the 2024-2025 New Year’s Eve celebrations, held from December 30 to 31, 2024. According to the Siem Reap Provincial Department of Tourism, the total number of visitors reached 333,660, marking a 9.73% increase compared…
Ham Arun, Deputy Director of the Battambang Provincial Department of Tourism, reported that during the two-day Khmer Food Fair held on December 29 and 30, 2024, Battambang Province welcomed more than 90,000 domestic and international tourists. Arun shared detailed statistics, noting that on December 29, 2024, the province received 39,295 tourists, marking a 3.77% increase…
Cambodia is set to welcome the New Year with the “Celebrating Cambodia” event, a vibrant celebration of the nation’s culture, achievements, and shared values. The event will kick off at 3 p.m. on December 31, 2024, and continue into the early hours of January 1, 2025. In a press release on December 30, the organizing…
In a significant move, the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) issued a Prakas (directive) on Friday to regulate cryptoasset-related activities within the country’s financial system. This marks a major milestone in Cambodia’s journey toward adopting digital finance while ensuring regulatory oversight and financial stability. The directive, based on the Law on Banking and Financial Institutions,…
The Buddha’s wisdom, as preserved in the teachings of the Eightfold Path, offers timeless guidance for navigating the complexities of the human mind. Among these teachings, “right effort” stands out as a beacon for achieving inner harmony and fostering personal growth. The Buddha’s comparison of the mind to a wild horse vividly captures its restless…
On Saturday, the Cambodian government announced a reduction in e-visa fees for tourists and business travelers, effective January 1, 2025. According to a government news release, the fee for tourist e-visas (Type T) will be reduced from $36 to $30, while the fee for regular e-visas (Type E) will drop from $42 to $35. The…
The Royal Government of Cambodia announced this morning the establishment of a new embassy and a consulate general in two friendly countries, as per sub-decrees signed by Prime Minister Hun Manet. The new embassy will be located in Dili, Timor-Leste, while the consulate general will be opened in Songkhla province, Thailand. According to the sub-decrees,…
Cambodia is on a promising economic path, with the Royal Government projecting a remarkable GDP growth of 6.3% for 2025. This growth is expected to elevate the nation’s GDP to approximately 209,163 billion riels (around $51.39 billion) and increase GDP per capita to $2,924. Such optimism reflects the government’s concerted efforts to promote sectoral resilience…
The National Standards Council (NSC) approved 36 new Cambodia Standards (CS) during its 29th meeting at the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation on December 26, 2024. Chaired by Minister HEM Vanndy, the meeting evaluated 41 proposed standards, with 36 gaining approval. Three standards related to artificial intelligence (AI) and two revised standards for…
On the morning of December 26, 2024, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Kingdom of Cambodia, and His Excellency UENO Atsushi, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Cambodia, signed the Exchange of Notes and accompanying…
