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In a major step towards deepening bilateral cooperation, Cambodia and China signed and announced a total of 37 cooperation documents during a high-level ceremony held at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh this evening. The ceremony was presided over by Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, and H.E.…
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to Cambodia, taking place from April 17 to 18, 2025, has already resulted in the signing of 37 major cooperation agreements and renewed momentum in the long-standing Cambodia-China partnership. The visit, which continues today, signals a deepening of political trust and economic collaboration between the two nations. Invited by…
The Royal Government of Cambodia’s Spokesperson’s Unit has issued an official statement outlining the outcomes of a key virtual meeting on April 16, 2025, between senior Cambodian officials and the United States Trade Representative, focusing on tariff issues and broader trade relations. Held at the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), the meeting was…
As he begins his state visit to Cambodia today—coinciding with the joyous celebrations of the Khmer New Year—H.E. Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China, has conveyed a heartfelt message to the Cambodian people. He described the visit as “going to the home of a good friend,” reaffirming the historical depth, enduring trust,…
Just in time for the Khmer New Year, Wing Bank has announced the permanent elimination of cash-out fees for all customers—marking a major milestone in the bank’s ongoing mission to provide accessible, affordable, and innovative banking solutions across Cambodia. Effective today, users of the Wing Bank app can now withdraw cash completely free of charge at over 12,000…
The Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training, in collaboration with the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Japan, the ESEA (East and Southeast Asia) Working Group, the Cambodia-Japan Friendship Association, and the Khmer Student Association in Nagoya, hosted a vibrant “Khmer New Year in Japan” celebration at Garden Pier Park in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, on…
The Angkor Sangkranta 2025 celebrations were officially inaugurated on Monday, April 14, 2025, in Siem Reap, under the patronage of Prime Minister Hun Manet. The vibrant opening ceremony brought together a distinguished gathering of nearly 3,000 participants, including members of the Senate, the National Assembly, and the Royal Government. Diplomats, civil servants, international guests, youth…
The newly-constructed Dara Sakor Airport in Koh Kong province, southwest Cambodia, has officially commenced regular domestic flight operations, marking a milestone in enhancing connectivity to the country’s coastal regions. Cambodia Airways operated the inaugural flight on Friday using an Airbus A320, linking Phnom Penh International Airport with Dara Sakor Airport. Sinn Chanserey Vutha, Secretary of…
The Royal Government of Cambodia will organise a Royal Prayer Ceremony for the Prosperity of the Kingdom on April 13–14, 2025, at the sacred Angkor Wat Temple in Siem Reap province. This solemn occasion will be presided over by His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni, with the attendance of the nation’s top leaders including Senate President…
Tboung Khmum, Apr. 12 – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has approved the allocation of more than 6,000 hectares of land in Stung Treng province for a private company to launch an agricultural investment project, including the development of an agro-industrial factory. The announcement was made on Saturday during the official inauguration ceremony of National…
Renowned pop artist and cultural ambassador Tep Boprek will represent the Kingdom of Cambodia at the upcoming ROUND Festival 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, taking place on June 21–22. Her performance will bring Cambodia’s rich cultural heritage to life through a dynamic fusion of classical Khmer dance and contemporary stagecraft. As part of the ASEAN-Korea…
The Royal Government of Cambodia has received a positive response from the United States regarding its request to initiate negotiations on recent U.S. tariff hikes, according to a press release issued by the Ministry of Commerce on April 10, 2025. The upcoming talks will be conducted between an Ad Hoc interministerial-institutional negotiation task force—led by…
Cambodia recorded over USD 116 million in revenue from rubber and rubberwood exports during the first quarter of 2025, representing a 15.2% increase compared to the same period in 2024. This growth highlights the sustained international demand for Cambodian rubber products and the sector’s strengthening contribution to the national economy. According to a report from…
