In his inaugural visit to China since assuming office in April, Senate President Hun Sen expressed heartfelt gratitude to President Xi Jinping and the Chinese government for their steadfast support of Cambodia’s landmark Funan Techo Canal (FTC) project. During their meeting in Beijing, the two leaders emphasized deepening ties between the “iron-clad” allies, building on…
Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Cambodian Senate and the Cambodian People’s Party, held a meeting with Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of China, on Wednesday, December 4, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China.
Cambodian Senate President Samdech Techo Hun Sen, accompanied by a high-level delegation, departed Phnom Penh on Monday for an official goodwill visit to the People’s Republic of China (PRC) from December 2–4, 2024. The visit is made at the invitation of the Communist Party of China and aims to reinforce the longstanding Cambodia-China partnership and…
Phnom Penh, Dec. 1 – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet presided over and participated in the 29th Angkor Wat International Half Marathon, held on December 1, 2024. The event welcomed nearly 14,000 runners from 87 countries, marking the highest participation since its inception in 1996. In his commencement speech, Prime Minister Hun Manet expressed his…
A senior delegation from the Karnataka State Government, India, recently visited Cambodia to explore collaborative opportunities in governance, technology, and innovation. Facilitated by Karthik Tallam, Honorary Consul of Cambodia in India, and The Better Cambodia, this engagement highlighted the potential for meaningful partnerships that could bring benefits to both regions. Exchanging Insights on Social Welfare…
Spurning recent reports from international media regarding the funding status of the Funan Techo Canal (FTC) project, Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), reassured the public that the mega-project will be completed as planned—or even ahead of schedule. Speaking at the launch of…
New Connection Between Abu Dhabi and Phnom Penh Etihad Airways, the national flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has announced a new route connecting Abu Dhabi and Phnom Penh, set to commence on October 4, 2025. This new service will operate five times weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, using state-of-the-art…
Cambodia is taking significant steps toward boosting economic development and improving rural livelihoods with the establishment of a cashew industrial zone in Kampong Thom Province. This new initiative, supported by Prime Minister Hun Manet, reflects the government’s commitment to fostering growth, creating employment, and ensuring the responsible use of natural resources. The project, proposed by…
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet emphasized the profound impact of peace on national transformation, declaring Cambodia as a tangible testament to the influence of peace. Speaking on November 24 during the opening of the 11th Plenary Session of the International Parliament for Tolerance and Peace (IPTP) at Sokha Phnom Penh Hotel, the premier underlined Cambodia’s…
A significant milestone was achieved in Cambodia’s journey towards strengthening its intellectual property infrastructure as the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) concluded a wrap-up meeting with Cambodia’s Ministry of Commerce. Held on Friday, November 22, 2024, the meeting marked the successful completion of a preliminary survey for the “Cambodia’s National Trademark Management Center (NTMC) and…
Cambodia has marked a significant achievement in its energy sector, with electricity consumption rising by 15.56% in 2024 compared to the same period last year. Speaking at the Ministry of Mines and Energy’s annual meeting on Thursday (Nov. 21), Prime Minister Hun Manet highlighted the kingdom’s advancements in power generation and distribution. The premier shared…
The recent bilateral consultations between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Kingdom of Cambodia and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic marked a significant step in fostering closer ties between the two nations. This high-level dialogue underscored mutual commitment to enhancing collaboration across various areas of shared interest.…
On November 19, 2024, His Excellency Mr. Khuon Phon Rattanak, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, welcomed His Excellency Mr. Felipe DE MORENA CASADO, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Spain to the Kingdom of Cambodia, during a diplomatic meeting. The Ambassador, based in Bangkok, Thailand, emphasized…
