The Embassy of India in Phnom Penh hosted a farewell ceremony for 40 Cambodian government officials who will travel to India for specialized training programs. The initiative highlights the growing cooperation between India and Cambodia in professional development and capacity building. The ceremony at India House was attended by Senior Minister Chhay Sinarith, President of…
PHNOM PENH – If 2025 was a year of global hesitation, Cambodia’s banking sector responded with restraint rather than retreat. Lending continued to grow, savings rose sharply, and the system moved forward without drama — something that matters more than it often sounds. According to the National Bank of Cambodia’s annual report, outstanding loans increased…
For countries like Cambodia, global trade shifts are rarely felt first in boardrooms or headlines. They are felt in factories adjusting production schedules, in ports handling fluctuating shipments, and in households whose incomes depend on export-driven industries. As trade and tariff dynamics between the United States and Europe continue to evolve, Southeast Asia finds itself…
Every January, global attention turns to a small alpine town in Switzerland as leaders gather for the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos. In 2026, the main sessions started on Monday, January 19, with the annual meeting scheduled to conclude on January 23, 2026. The timing is significant, as the global economy continues…
For a country shaped by water, the ocean has always held deep meaning for Cambodia. Along the Gulf of Thailand, fishing villages rise with the tide, generations earn their livelihoods from the sea, and coastal ecosystems quietly support food security and community life. Today, as the world turns its attention to ocean protection, the new…
Cambodia today stands at a quiet but consequential crossroads. The country finds itself navigating a complex mix of external pressures and internal contradictions, at a time when its tourism sector—one of its most vital economic lifelines—has once again become vulnerable. Recent border tensions, sparked not by Cambodian provocation but by political turbulence beyond its control,…
There is a truth many people in Cambodia recognize, yet few are willing to say out loud. It does not appear in policy papers or official speeches. It is rarely acknowledged in public forums. Yet it quietly shapes decisions, delays progress, and defines the limits of reform. That truth is this: one of Cambodia’s greatest…
PHNOM PENH – Bilateral trade between Cambodia and Canada has surged past the US$1 billion milestone in the first nine months of 2025, marking a significant 14% year-on-year increase. The latest data from Cambodia’s General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE) underscores a deepening economic partnership, fueled by Cambodia’s manufacturing strength and Canada’s strategic pivot…
KEP, CAMBODIA – Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West has announced a landmark sustainability initiative for the 2026 calendar year, directly linking luxury tourism with environmental restoration. Titled “The Regenerative Stay,” the programme transforms every guest booking into a tangible contribution toward Cambodia’s coastal health by funding the planting of ten mangrove seedlings per stay.…
SIHANOUKVILLE, Cambodia – A new direct air link between the coastal city of Preah Sihanouk and Chengdu, China, officially commenced operations on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. This strategic route is expected to significantly bolster international connectivity and cater to the rising travel demand between southwestern China and Cambodia’s primary beach destination. The inaugural service, operated…
A regional coalition has been proposed by Asian NGOs to strengthen solidarity and joint advocacy for comfort women justice, promoting awareness, interfaith engagement, educational outreach, and annual forums to elevate the voices of survivors.
The Royal Government of Cambodia has launched a comprehensive economic development programme aimed at strengthening national competitiveness, promoting diversification, and enhancing economic resilience amid ongoing global uncertainty. The initiative was unveiled by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance Aun Pornmoniroth at a public event in Phnom Penh. The programme is designed to…
Cambodia has announced a major expansion of the Sihanoukville Autonomous Port with the development of a new deep-water terminal, marking a key step in strengthening the country’s trade and logistics infrastructure. The project is aimed at enhancing port capacity, improving connectivity with global shipping routes, and supporting Cambodia’s long-term economic growth. The expansion is being…
Cambodia has taken a significant step toward sustainable waste management with the groundbreaking of a new PET recycling factory that will convert used plastic bottles into polyethylene terephthalate (PET) material for the packaging industry. The ceremony for the recycling plant took place at the Pursat Special Economic Zone in Krakor district, with officials and stakeholders…
Cambodia’s export earnings from garments, shoes, and travel goods reached US$15.5 billion in 2025, showing significant growth for the country’s light manufacturing sector. The total export figure represents a year-on-year increase of 15.7%, highlighting sustained demand from global markets. Garment exports were the largest contributor, totaling US$11.4 billion, up 16.5% compared with 2024. Footwear exports…