In Cambodia, an inspiring initiative is transforming the way schools and communities view learning and growth. SEVA, the Socio-Economic Vision Alliance, has embraced a powerful vision—one where every child has access to quality education enriched with practical skills, every school becomes a center of opportunity, and every community flourishes through sustainability and collaboration. SEVA’s mission…
Kandal Province — Cambodia has officially inaugurated its first specialist facility dedicated to child victims of serious crimes, marking a transformative step for child protection not only in the country but across Southeast Asia. The newly opened Lotus Centre, a project by the Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF), is the first of its kind in the…
Phnom Penh — The Indian Embassy in Phnom Penh held a special ceremony on July 16 to celebrate the awarding of Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) scholarships to 41 Cambodian students. These recipients will soon begin their undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral studies at leading Indian universities under fully funded scholarship schemes offered by the…
PHNOM PENH — H.E. Prof. Koy Vanny, Secretary of State at Cambodia’s Ministry of Health, met with a delegation from the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) to enhance collaboration in the healthcare sector, with a focus on scholarships, system strengthening, and epidemic preparedness. The ERIA delegation was led by Dr. Yasuyuki…
PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA — July 9, 2025 — Shri Pabitra Margherita, Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles, Government of India, reaffirmed India’s strong commitment to capacity-building and educational collaboration with Cambodia during his official visit from July 6 to 9, 2025. The minister addressed over 50 Cambodian alumni of the Indian Technical and…
KAMPONG SPEU, CAMBODIA — July 9, 2025 — Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet presided over the official inauguration of new school facilities in Kampong Speu province on July 8, reaffirming the Royal Government’s commitment to strengthening education as a foundation for economic growth and social progress. Held in Kraing Ponlei village, Sangkat…
(Phnom Penh): In a landmark gesture aimed at supporting women’s empowerment and higher education, Senate President Samdech Techo Hun Sen has pledged approximately USD 10 million from his and his family’s personal funds to build a dedicated dormitory complex for female students studying in Phnom Penh. The announcement came during a courtesy meeting with the…
Kampong Speu, Cambodia – May 31, 2025 — Kampong Speu province is gearing up to host the Mountain Bike (MTB) Challenge 2025 on June 21-22 in Kraing Ampel commune, with the highlight being the introduction of a new competitive category — the XCM Mountain Bike Marathon. The announcement was made by Mr. Yoeun Phiyuth, the…
Phnom Penh, May 29, 2025 – Cambodia is set to host the 2nd edition of the Badminton Asia Southeast Asia Regional Championships 2025, scheduled to take place from July 7 to 12 at the prestigious Morodok Techo National Stadium in Phnom Penh. The announcement was made by Mr. Chhit Samean, senior coach of the Cambodian…
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – On the sidelines of the 46th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet received a courtesy call from Dato’ Amir Firdaus Abdullah, Chairman and Group Managing Director of Aurelius Healthcare. The meeting highlighted Aurelius Healthcare’s plans to strengthen its footprint in Cambodia’s healthcare sector through investment, regional collaboration,…
In a significant move to bolster Cambodia’s educational and youth development sectors, the Government of Japan, through its Embassy in Cambodia, has signed a grant agreement totaling USD 1,182,658. This funding will support two projects under the Grant Assistance for Japanese NGO Projects, aimed at enhancing education, vocational training, and long-term capacity building in Cambodia.…
PHNOM PENH – The Royal Government has officially launched the National Cancer Control Plan (NCCP) 2025–2030, a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing the country’s ability to prevent, detect, and treat cancer, while advancing its goal of universal health coverage. The plan was unveiled yesterday (May 5) in Phnom Penh under the leadership of Prime Minister…
In celebration of World Health Day 2025, Wing Bank is uniting its employees for a blood donation drive and health fair while unveiling a state-of-the-art fitness center at its iconic tower in the heart of Phnom Penh. In partnership with Cambodia’s National Blood Transfusion Center (NBTC), Wing Bank is hosting a blood donation event to…