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Prak Sokhonn, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, has expressed deep appreciation for the European Union’s (EU) significant contribution to Cambodia’s development efforts. The Cambodian top diplomat conveyed his gratitude during a meeting with EU Ambassador to Cambodia, Igor Driesmans, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on…
On January 3, 2025, H.E. Prof. Bundit Sapheacha Dr. SOK Siphana, Senior Minister in charge of Special Missions (Multilateral Trade and Economic Affairs) and Chairman of the Trade Policy Advisory Board (TPAB), led a pivotal meeting at the Preah Vihear Provincial Hall, focusing on the progress and opportunities for the cashew nut industry in Cambodia.…
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…
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,…
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…
Beneath the dense canopies and among the twisting roots of Cambodia’s mangroves lies a vibrant ecosystem teeming with life. A recent biodiversity survey has shed light on the incredible variety of species thriving in this unique habitat, uncovering 700 species and hinting at countless more yet to be discovered. These mangrove forests, located in protected…
On the morning of 25 December 2024, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, presided over a meeting with the ministry’s leaders and officials. During the session, His Excellency provided an overview of the division of responsibilities among the ministry’s leadership. Additionally, he offered guidance and strategic direction…
After serving as the Indian Ambassador to Cambodia for nearly four years, Devyani Uttam Khobragade has completed her diplomatic term. On Monday, December 23, she paid a farewell visit to Cambodia’s Prime Minister at the Peace Palace. During the meeting, Ambassador Khobragade expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the Royal Government of Cambodia for its steadfast…
On the morning of December 19, 2024, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, received a farewell courtesy call from Her Excellency Dr. Devyani Uttam Khobragade, Ambassador of the Republic of India to the Kingdom of Cambodia. The meeting…
On December 16, the USS SAVANNAH (LCS 28), a battleship from the United States of America, arrived at the Sihanoukville Autonomous Port (SAP) in Preah Sihanouk province for a five-day visit. The U.S. naval delegation received a warm welcome from Admiral Mean Savoeun, Deputy Commander of the Ream Naval Base, along with other naval officers…
The 2024 Cambodia-China Media Intelligent Communication Forum took place on Friday in Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital, bringing together media professionals to discuss the opportunities and challenges posed by artificial intelligence (AI) in the media sector. Addressing approximately 150 participants at the half-day event, Cambodian Information Minister Neth Pheaktra emphasized the importance of the forum as…
