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VERIFY.GOV.KH, the Cambodian Government’s official document verification platform, developed by the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPTC), has been awarded a Gold Medal at the prestigious ASEAN Digital Awards 2024. The ceremony took place in Singapore, coinciding with the 4th ASEAN Digital Ministers Meeting (ADGMIN), which saw participation from Digital Ministers of the ASEAN Member…
Prime Minister Hun Manet recently announced the Cambodian government’s ambitious initiative to create a novel breed of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) focused on green industries and advanced technology. These future SEZs aim to attract investments that align with sustainable and digital advancements, setting them apart from traditional industrial parks. During the ‘Special Programme to Promote…
In a significant meeting held at the Peace Palace on Thursday, February 1, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet welcomed Yoshihisa Suzuki, the Chairman of the Japan-Mekong Business Cooperation Committee under the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI). This gathering marks an important dialogue between Cambodia and the Japan-Mekong region, highlighting the ongoing and potential…
During a recent engagement at the Cambodia Chamber of Commerce (CCC) headquarters in Phnom Penh, Indonesian Ambassador Santo Darmosumarto and CCC Vice President Lim Heng discussed a series of forthcoming business-focused events aimed at bolstering the economic ties between Indonesia and Cambodia. Ambassador Santo expressed satisfaction with Indonesia’s position as Cambodia’s sixth-largest trading partner in…
The unveiling of the HONOR Magic V2 5G foldable smartphone took center stage at a grand event hosted at Morgan Tower in Phnom Penh, capturing the attention of attendees with its innovative design and advanced features. HONOR introduces this device as the world’s most lightweight inward-folding smartphone, setting a new standard in the realm of…
On January 28, 2024, KUNG Phoak, the Secretary of State for Cambodia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and the nation’s ASEAN Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM) Leader, participated in a crucial gathering of ASEAN senior officials. This meeting was a preliminary step towards the upcoming ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat scheduled for January 29, 2024,…
Despite a challenging global economic climate, Cambodia has demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth within the ASEAN region. The country’s economy expanded by 5.5% in 2023, up from 5.2% in the previous year, even as global economic growth slowed significantly. This performance is particularly noteworthy against a backdrop of declining growth rates worldwide, with advanced economies…
Kampot, a charming city in Cambodia, has once again garnered international recognition as an ASEAN Clean Tourist City for the 2024-2026 period. This accolade was announced during the prestigious ASEAN Tourism Forum 2024, which took place from January 22 to 27 in Vientiane, Laos. The forum, themed “Quality and Responsible ASEAN-Sustaining ASEAN Future,” saw participation…
In a notable development within the labor sector, Cambodia is actively exploring opportunities for its migrant workforce in Israel. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to diversify the destinations for Cambodian overseas workers. Israel, known for its reliance on migrant labor to bolster its economy, emerges as a potential new partner in this…
Cambodia’s Online Business Registration System (OBRS) has achieved a significant milestone, with the total capital of registered businesses surpassing $10 billion as of January 22, 2024. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the nation’s commitment to streamlining and formalizing its business landscape, with OBRS playing a pivotal role in this transformation. The OBRS initiative…
In the contemporary global landscape, the intersection of economics and politics has become undeniable. Economic security is, in many ways, national security, and a nation’s economic performance significantly influences the legitimacy of its government. Against this backdrop, Cambodia, as a small and open economy, has strategically embraced open and inclusive regionalism and international economic integration…
On the 24th of January 2024, a significant diplomatic meeting took place as His Excellency Dr. CHEM Widhya, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, engaged in a bilateral discussion with Her Excellency Susanne Baumann, Secretary of State of the German Federal Foreign Office. This pivotal meeting aimed to reaffirm…
In a significant development, a state-of-the-art cross-docking and cold storage facility was inaugurated at the Phnom Penh Autonomous Port (PPAP) in Kandal province. This inauguration marks a significant milestone in enhancing cold storage standards and boosting container throughput, signaling positive implications for Cambodia’s logistics and port services. Let’s delve into the details of this groundbreaking…
