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March, 2025, Phnom Penh – Olympia City marked International Women’s Day with a day of health and fitness activities, reinforcing its commitment to women’s empowerment and well-being. The event brought together women of all ages for wellness-focused sessions promoting both physical and mental health. Endorsed by Canadia Bank and collaborated with Intercare Hospital, attendees received…
The 3rd India-Cambodia Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) were held successfully in Siem Reap province on Monday, bringing together senior diplomats from both countries to review and enhance bilateral relations across various sectors. The Indian delegation was led by Jaideep Mazumdar, Secretary (East) of the Ministry of External Affairs, while the Cambodian side was represented by…
Phnom Penh – Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia, has highlighted six key priorities for Cambodia’s foreign policy at the closing ceremony of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MFAIC)’s Annual Review Conference. The conference, held from 3 to 5 March 2025, brought together MFAIC leadership and heads of…
Phnom Penh, Cambodia, March 2025 – More than 150 delegates from the European Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia (EuroCham), CCI France Cambodge, and the American Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia (AmCham) recently visited Techo International Airport (TIA), Cambodia’s newest international gateway set to serve Phnom Penh. The delegation, including representatives from France, Germany, Italy, Scandinavian,…
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – Grab, Southeast Asia’s leading super app, has partnered with Overseas Cambodian Investment Corporation (OCIC) to enhance urban mobility in Koh Pich, one of Phnom Penh’s fastest-growing central business districts. This collaboration aims to improve transportation access, benefiting residents, businesses, and visitors while supporting the neighborhood’s broader urban development. Phnom Penh has…
H.E. Hem Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI), has called on water operators across Cambodia to strengthen their capacity, ensure regulatory compliance, and expand service coverage to achieve 100% nationwide access by 2030. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Training Course on Non-Revenue Water Management on February 18, 2025, the Minister…
Pailin province has officially been recognized as Cambodia’s 16th Open Defecation-Free (ODF) province, a milestone marked by a ceremony presided over by Chhay Rithisen, Minister of Rural Development. The event, held on February 18 at the Pailin Provincial Police Headquarters, gathered approximately 1,430 participants. Pailin Governor Ban Sreymom highlighted the province’s progress in sanitation and…
As part of their scheduled visit, two Indian naval ships arrived at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port today, marking a significant step in strengthening solidarity, friendship, and cooperation between India and Cambodia. The vessels, INS Sujata and ICGS Veera, are led by Rear Admiral Arjun Sekhar, Commander of INS Sujata, and Rear Admiral Ramesh V Talke, Commander…
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (Feb. 5, 2025) – Raffles Hotel Le Royal is set to welcome back Biggles Big Band, the world-famous jazz orchestra from Amsterdam, for a one-night-only performance on Saturday, Feb. 22. The band is known for playing tunes from the great swing era, recreating the classic sounds of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Count Basie, Duke…
Canada is set to upgrade its diplomatic presence in Cambodia by establishing a full embassy with a resident ambassador in Phnom Penh in 2025. This move aligns with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s announcement at the 2024 ASEAN Leaders’ Summit in Vientiane, Laos. The Office of the Embassy of Canada to Cambodia confirmed this development…
Pursat province’s Bridge No. 28, the tallest in Cambodia, is nearing completion, with construction progress reaching 93%. The bridge, which stands at an impressive 90 meters high and spans 530 meters in length, is scheduled to be put into temporary use on March 18, 2025. On the morning of February 2, 2025, His Excellency Peng…
Thbong Khmum province once again embraced its rich cultural heritage with the annual Traditional Fishing Festival, a centuries-old custom passed down through generations. This year’s event took place on February 1 in Satum village, Choam Kravean commune, Memut district, celebrating the region’s deep-rooted fishing traditions while fostering joy and unity among local communities. The festival…
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – The Born for Greatness team is thrilled to announce the launching of a silent auction of 21 one-of-a-kind artworks created by professional artists as part of the “I am great” art competition, allowing the artists to select and mentor talented at-risk kids from partnering NGOs. Each auctioned art piece is inspired…
