Mekong river town and farming heartland. · 15 articles
KAMPONG CHAM– Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet officially inaugurated the upgraded National Road No. 7 in Kampong Cham Province on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. During the ceremony, the premier detailed a comprehensive transport strategy to drive Cambodia waterway and highway expansion. He confirmed that the construction of the strategic 180-kilometre Funan Techo Canal is moving…
Cambodia inaugurated the Kampong Cham Water Supply System, expanding clean water access to an additional 8,875 families through a USD 12.98 million infrastructure project supported by the ADB, AFD, European Union, and the Cambodian government.
Kampong Cham attracted nearly one million visitors on the first day of Khmer New Year 2026, highlighting strong domestic tourism trends. The province continues to emerge as a key festive destination in Cambodia.
Cambodia’s Ministry of Culture has launched a conservation study for Kuk Yeay Ham temple in Kampong Cham. The initiative focuses on structural assessment, artifact protection, and long-term preservation of the historic site.
Cambodia is accelerating restoration of Kuk Yeay Ham in Kampong Cham to preserve cultural heritage and boost tourism. The project focuses on structural repairs, improved accessibility, and enhancing visitor experience at this historic site.
KAMPONG CHAM, CAMBODIA — Cambodia marked Arbor Day with a strong reaffirmation of its commitment to forest conservation and sustainable environmental practices. Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, H.E. Dith Tina, presided over the celebration held in Chamkar Leu District, Kampong Cham Province, where he declared Arbor Day a national movement that fosters widespread environmental…
Kampong Cham province, one of Cambodia’s leading agricultural regions, has announced over 11,000 job openings and is calling on Cambodian migrant workers returning from Thailand to take advantage of the opportunity to work closer to home. The announcement was made by H.E. Un Chanda, Governor of Kampong Cham, during an official ceremony on June 24,…
Boeung Ket Rubber Plantation, located in Stung Trang district of Kampong Cham province, is making a bold move toward enhancing Cambodia’s manufacturing capabilities by announcing its expansion into latex glove production for export. This strategic shift is part of the company’s broader plan to process rubber locally, reduce reliance on foreign producers, and increase Cambodia’s…
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has asserted the imperative need for updating and reforming education systems worldwide, to ensure they are in sync with societal advances. His remarks were delivered during an address in Kang Meas District, Kampong Cham Province, on a serene October morning. The Prime Minister emphasized that it is not just in…
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet recently emphasized the longstanding and rich relationship between Cambodia and China, tracing the roots of their alliance back over two millennia. During a poignant ceremony on October 26, held at Samdech Hun Sen Peam Chi Kang High School in Kang Meas District, Kampong Cham Province, the Prime Minister highlighted the…
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, addressing citizens during the 19th National Fish Day in Kampong Cham province, highlighted the necessity of agricultural diversification to meet market demands. The Prime Minister emphasized that selecting crops or livestock must cater to both local and global market needs. He said that the Royal Government is committed to aiding…
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport, in collaboration with the Kampong Cham provincial administration, is set to embark on a project to construct a standard tourism port along the Mekong River in Kampong Cham province. The objective of this endeavor is to create a dedicated docking facility for cruise ships, bolstering the province’s tourism…
In Cambodia, a magnificent feat of architectural ingenuity takes place every year as the world’s longest bamboo bridge is reconstructed. Spanning a whopping 3,000 feet, this bridge is composed of approximately 50,000 bamboo sticks and serves as an essential link between Kampong Cham, the country’s sixth-largest town, and Koh Paen island across the Mekong River.…
