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In a significant development for Cambodia-Azerbaijan relations, His Excellency SOK Chenda Sophea, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia, received a courtesy call from His Excellency Shovgi Mehdizada, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the Kingdom of Cambodia, on March 21, 2024. The meeting, which…
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet is set to lead a significant delegation on an official visit to Lao PDR from March 25th to 26th, 2024, following an invitation from Laotian Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone. The delegation will include Cambodian Foreign Minister Sok Chenda Sophea, alongside other ministers, key government officials, and representatives from the Cambodia…
Phnom Penh (FN), Mar. 21 – Prime Minister Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet of Cambodia has pledged his support for the establishment of the ‘Techo Sen Disabled Sports Fund’, announcing a significant financial commitment during the inaugural ceremonies of the Techo Sen National Centre of Disabled Persons and the National Paralympic Committee of Cambodia…
In a landmark initiative for Cambodia, the Cambodia Mine Action and Victim Assistance Authority (CMAA) has introduced the Cambodia Mine Action Management Information System, a pioneering venture set to redefine the approach towards mine clearance and victim assistance in the country. This innovative system is launched as Cambodia prepares to host the fifth Review Conference…
In a gesture of diplomatic goodwill, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has extended his warm congratulations to Vladimir Putin on his recent re-election as the President of the Russian Federation for a fifth term. A letter released on Wednesday (Mar. 20) by Fresh News conveyed the Cambodian leader’s commendations and well wishes. In his letter,…
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…
The 16th Cambodia-Thailand General Border Committee (GBC) meeting, a pivotal gathering aimed at reinforcing and fostering collaborative ties between the two neighboring nations, took place at the Garden City Phnom Penh Hotel from March 18 to 22, 2024. This event, hosted by the Cambodian Ministry of National Defence, serves as a platform for dialogue and…
The initiation of direct flights between Phnom Penh, Cambodia, and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, heralds a significant stride in fostering economic and cultural exchanges between the two nations. During a press conference held at the Malaysian embassy on March 15, 2024, to announce Cambodia Airways’ inaugural flight on this route, Malaysian Ambassador to Cambodia, Datuk Eldeen…
The potential for a Light Railway system to bridge Phnom Penh with its new airport and the city’s anticipated metro network was showcased by representatives from China Metro Group and Guangzhou Metro Group. The presentation took place during a meeting with Cambodia’s Inter-Ministry Committee, as announced by the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC).…
In a significant stride within the real estate sector, JS Land Plc, a company listed on the Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX: JSL), reported notable achievements in its construction projects and sales performance for the fourth quarter (Q4) of the 2023 fiscal year (FY). Despite a general deceleration in the condominium market, JS Land Plc has…
In Cambodia, there’s been a noticeable uptick in savings held in deposit-taking microfinance institutions (MFIs). In 2023, the combined deposit balance in four key MFIs – AMK Plc, Amret Plc, LOLC (Cambodia) Plc, and Mohanokor Plc – reached $2.22 billion. This marks a significant 11 percent rise from the previous year’s $2 billion, according to…
The global economic landscape is intricately shaped by the contributions of key individuals and corporate conglomerates. Within this global framework, Cambodia’s Oknhas and South Korea’s Chaebols stand out as influential entities that have significantly impacted their countries’ economic development. This analysis delves into the parallels and distinctions between these two groups and explores how Cambodia…
On the 15th of March, 2024, a significant meeting took place within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia, chaired by Her Excellency KHIEV Sophany, Secretary of State. The gathering included high-ranking officials such as Under-Secretaries of State and Directors General, all convened to deliberate on the Economic Diplomacy Strategy set for…
