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Phnom Penh, May 29, 2025 – Cambodia is set to host the 2nd edition of the Badminton Asia Southeast Asia Regional Championships 2025, scheduled to take place from July 7 to 12 at the prestigious Morodok Techo National Stadium in Phnom Penh. The announcement was made by Mr. Chhit Samean, senior coach of the Cambodian…
Tokyo, May 29 — During the Cambodia-Japan Business Forum held in Tokyo, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet invited Japanese companies to explore investment opportunities in Cambodia, emphasizing the Kingdom’s growing appeal as a regional manufacturing and export base. In his address, PM Hun Manet identified five core advantages that position Cambodia as an attractive destination…
May, 2025, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — At the ASEAN Leadership & Partnership Forum 2025 in Kuala Lumpur—graced by Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, and Senior Minister Dr. Sok Siphana, the High Representative of Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet—Thierry Tea of Overseas Cambodian Investment Corporation (OCIC) was presented with the ASEAN Rising Star Award.…
KUALA LUMPUR — On May 27, 2025, following the 46th ASEAN Summit and related meetings in Kuala Lumpur, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet held discussions with Datuk Abu Hanifah Noordin, Executive Chairman and CEO of MMAG Holdings Berhad, regarding expanded investments in Cambodia’s logistics and technology sectors. During their meeting, Abu Hanifah expressed MMAG Holdings…
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – On the sidelines of the 46th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet received a courtesy call from Dato’ Amir Firdaus Abdullah, Chairman and Group Managing Director of Aurelius Healthcare. The meeting highlighted Aurelius Healthcare’s plans to strengthen its footprint in Cambodia’s healthcare sector through investment, regional collaboration,…
Kuala Lumpur — On the sidelines of the 46th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits in Kuala Lumpur, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet received a courtesy call from Mr. Shamir Kumar Nandy, Managing Director of Bin Zayed International (Malaysia) Berhad (BZI), to discuss potential investment opportunities in Cambodia. Mr. Nandy conveyed his appreciation to Prime Minister…
Wing Bank Sets a New Standard in Digital Finance and Social Impact, Earning CFI.co’s 2024 Awards for Best Social Impact Bank and Cashless Leadership in Recognition of Its Unwavering Commitment to Financial Inclusion, Innovation, and Community Empowerment. Wing Bank (Cambodia) Plc has once again demonstrated its industry leadership, earning Best Social Impact Bank and the Cashless Leadership…
Investing Where It Matters: Why Government-Backed Agri-Processing Can Reshape Cambodia’s Economic Future Cambodia’s rural economy holds untapped promise. While agriculture has long been the lifeblood of the nation, its full potential remains largely unrealized. Every year, millions of tonnes of raw produce—cashews, mangoes, tomatoes, bananas—are harvested across the country. Yet much of this bounty leaves…
When you think of Starbucks, you probably imagine friendly baristas, cozy interiors, and handcrafted coffee. But behind every caramel macchiato lies one of the most sophisticated financial engines in modern retail — one that mirrors the structure and function of a bank, all without calling itself one. Yes, Starbucks is a coffee shop. But it’s…
Stung Treng, Cambodia – In a move to boost sustainable tourism and raise awareness about wildlife conservation, Cambodia will host the inaugural Mekong Dolphin Festival and Kayak Races from May 30 to June 1, 2025, at the Prek Rumkel Ecotourism Community in Stung Treng province. This special three-day event is being organised by the Ministry…
As Cambodia gears up for the second round of negotiations with the United States next month over the imposition of a 49% “reciprocal” tariff on Cambodian goods, key stakeholders are focusing on issues of trade balance, origin of goods, and market diversification strategies. The tariff, introduced during the Trump administration, has come under renewed scrutiny,…
26 May 2025, Kuala Lumpur – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed their commitment to advancing bilateral cooperation during a high-level meeting held on the sidelines of the 46th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur. In a warm exchange, Prime Minister Hun Manet praised Malaysia’s smooth and well-organised hosting of…
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – Air Cambodia, the national flag carrier, is set to boost its operational capacity and regional connectivity with the delivery of three brand-new ATR 72-600 aircraft in 2025. This fleet expansion marks a major milestone in Cambodia’s aviation development and reflects growing demand for air travel and tourism across Southeast Asia. The…
Phnom Penh: Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and First Lady Pich Chanmony Hun Manet will embark on an official working visit to Japan from May 28 to 31, 2025, at the invitation of the Government of Japan. The visit marks a significant step in reinforcing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations. Accompanying the…
(Phnom Penh) – Cambodia’s Techo International Airport, a landmark infrastructure project set to transform the country’s aviation landscape, will commence operations on 9 September 2025, with its official inauguration scheduled for 20 October 2025. The announcement was made on Friday (May 23) by the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA) following formal approval by Prime…
