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The digital transformation of revenue administration in Singapore represents a significant milestone in the country’s journey towards a fully integrated and efficient public service. This article delves into the strategies and outcomes of the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore’s (IRAS) digitalization efforts, providing insights and lessons for other revenue bodies in Asia and the Pacific.…
In a significant gathering held on June 6, 2024, in Vientiane, Lao PDR, senior officials from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) convened to deliberate on a set of pivotal issues directing the future course of the region. Among the esteemed attendees was His Excellency KUNG Phoak, Secretary of State of the Ministry of…
On a notable day, May 24, 2024, a critical gathering took place in Washington D.C. that would mark yet another stride towards fortified international partnerships. His Excellency KUNG Phoak, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the ASEAN SOM Leader of Cambodia, represented his nation at the 36th ASEAN-U.S.…
His Excellency KUNG Phoak, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for Cambodia, and the country’s ASEAN Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM) Leader, hosted a significant meeting with His Excellency Dato’ Sri Amran Mohamed Zin, Malaysia’s ASEAN-SOM Leader, on 9 May 2024, at the ASEAN Secretariat. The focus of the discussion…
On Tuesday, May 7, Cambodian Senate President, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, held a virtual meeting with Myanmar’s Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, who serves as the Chairman of the State Administration Council. The digital conference provided a platform for these leaders to reconnect and discuss matters of mutual interest and concern. During the meeting, Samdech…
From April 27th to 30th, 2024, Cambodia’s dignitary Mr. Ung Rachana, the Under Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, participated in the significant 14th Meeting of the High-Level Task Force on ASEAN Community’s Post-2025 Vision (HLTF-ACV) held in Pattaya, Thailand. Mr. Rachana serves as a high-ranking member of this…
In a significant move towards strengthening regional ties, Cambodia’s representative took a prominent role at the 26th ASEAN-India Senior Officials’ Meeting held in New Delhi, India, on May 3, 2024. His Excellency KUNG Phoak, holding the position of Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and also serving as the…
On May 3, 2024, His Excellency KUNG Phoak, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and ASEAN SOM Leader of Cambodia, played a pivotal role in the 26th ASEAN-India Senior Officials’ Meeting held in New Delhi, India. The meeting, a cornerstone of regional diplomacy, aimed to enhance the ongoing collaboration…
In a significant move towards reinforcing regional cooperation and mutual development, Cambodia and Laos have announced their intention to enhance their Comprehensive and Long-Lasting Strategic Partnership. This decision underscores the shared goal of both nations to foster a stronger, more unified Southeast Asia through collaborative efforts in various crucial areas including economic development, security, and…
The 14th meeting between the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) and the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP) marked a significant step towards fortifying friendship and solidarity between the two nations and peoples. President of the CPP, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, and General Secretary of the LPRP, Thongloun Sisoulith, reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bonds and achieving…
In a move aimed at reinforcing international ties and promoting mutual growth, Cambodia has pledged to play a significant role in deepening the ASEAN-U.S. Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. This initiative represents a strategic effort by Cambodia to foster a stronger collaboration between the members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the United States.…
Written By, H.E Samheng Boros In a landmark move heralding a new era of bilateral cooperation and environmental stewardship, Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, alongside his esteemed Laotian counterpart, Sonexay Siphandone, oversaw the signing of seven pivotal Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) on Monday, in the vibrant city of Vientiane, Lao PDR.…
Lao Airlines, Laos’ national carrier, has reintroduced direct flight services between Vientiane, the capital of Laos, and Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital, with flights scheduled for three days a week: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. The inaugural flight in this renewed service landed at Phnom Penh International Airport on March 19, carrying 116 passengers and receiving a…
