Siem Reap – The APSARA National Authority (ANA) has reported a steady rise in both domestic and international visitors to the Angkor Archaeological Park, underscoring the enduring appeal of Cambodia’s premier heritage site despite ongoing border tensions with Thailand. Speaking on August 19, ANA Deputy Director-General and Spokesperson Mr. Long Kosal highlighted the encouraging trend,…
Khmer ancestral cakes are an integral part of Cambodia’s spiritual and cultural life. These traditional rice-based desserts are much more than snacks; they are offerings to ancestors, blessings for weddings, and symbols of prosperity and continuity. Often steamed in banana leaves over wood-fired stoves, these cakes represent generations of knowledge passed down through families—especially from…
When I first arrived in Cambodia six years ago, I was filled with curiosity and a fair share of questions — many of which revolved around one thing: transportation. “Are the roads any good?” “Is it easy to get around?” “How do people travel between provinces?” Today, when friends or visitors ask me the same,…
Siem Reap, July 19 — In a significant boost to Cambodia’s tourism sector, the national flag carrier Air Cambodia (K6) inaugurated its first direct flight between Siem Reap and Shenzhen, China on July 18. Flight K6929 landed at Siem Reap Angkor International Airport to a traditional water salute, marking the official launch of a long-awaited…
Kampong Chhnang, July 15 – Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet delivered a wide-ranging address during the inauguration of key achievements at the Royal Gendarmerie Training Centre (Phnom Chum Sen Reak Reay), marking the 32nd anniversary of Royal Gendarmerie Day. His speech highlighted significant national defence reforms, firm positions on border issues with…
PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA — In a landmark move that underscores Cambodia’s growing importance in regional aviation, Cambodia Airport Investment Co., Ltd. (CAIC) has appointed Cambodia Airports — a subsidiary of French infrastructure leader VINCI Airports — as the official operator of the upcoming Techo International Airport (TIA). The agreement was formally signed on July 10…
Phnom Penh – Air Cambodia, the Kingdom’s national carrier, is set to launch a new route connecting Phnom Penh to Tokyo, Japan, before the end of 2025, with plans underway to expand to Osaka in the near future. Sinn Chanserey Vutha, secretary of state at the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA), confirmed that Minister…
The General Department of Immigration (GDI) under the Ministry of Interior has officially launched the trial phase of the Cambodia v-Pass (Visitor Pass) system, marking a significant shift in the country’s immigration procedures. The new system, which replaces traditional immigration stamps and QR codes, is aimed at enhancing the efficiency and security of Cambodia’s border…
Cambodia and the Central Asian nation of Kazakhstan are stepping up efforts to expand bilateral cooperation, with a strong focus on boosting tourism between the two countries. In 2024 alone, over 4,400 Kazakh tourists visited Cambodia, marking a sharp rise in arrivals and opening the door for new opportunities in the travel and hospitality sector.…
Siem Reap, Cambodia – June 2025: Cambodia is strengthening its tourism sector by investing in the professional development of tour guides, aiming to enhance visitor experiences and promote the country’s cultural and natural attractions more effectively. Tourism Minister Huot Hak officially opened the Siem Reap Regional Professional Tour Guide Training Course 2025, a five-day event…
Phnom Penh — The Cambodia-China Digital Youth Association (CCDYA), in collaboration with 16 influential Cambodian-Chinese Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) with a combined online following of over 10 million, has launched a new initiative to promote Cambodian tourism—particularly during the Green Season—to both Chinese and global audiences. The announcement was made during a high-level meeting in…
On June 16, 2025, H.E. Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism of Cambodia, held a productive working dinner with H.E. Shaharuddin Bin Onn, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Malaysia to Cambodia. The discussion centered on expanding tourism cooperation between Cambodia and Malaysia, with a focus on increasing bilateral tourism flows and promoting mutual investment opportunities. New…
Phnom Penh — In a significant step toward regional stability and diplomatic engagement, Cambodia and Thailand reconvened their long-stalled border discussions during the 6th Meeting of the Joint Commission on Demarcation for Land Boundary (JBC), held in Phnom Penh on the morning of June 14. This marks the first formal session of the JBC since…