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Prime Minister Hun Manet met with over 1,500 displaced families in Banteay Meanchey Province on 14 February 2026, offering support and reaffirming the government’s commitment to their welfare and temporary accommodation as efforts continue toward stability and community assistance.
Cambodia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has formally protested alleged unlawful activities by Thai armed forces in Banteay Meanchey Province, citing demolition of infrastructure and terrain changes. Phnom Penh reiterates its commitment to peaceful resolution and international law governing border disputes.
The EU Ambassador to Cambodia pledged ongoing humanitarian support to more than 2,700 displaced families in Banteay Meanchey Province affected by border barriers along the Cambodia–Thailand frontier, affirming the EU’s commitment to continued assistance.
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – February 4, 2026 – The Government of Japan has committed a significant sum of USD 301,904 to bolster crucial development initiatives in Cambodia, focusing on agricultural resilience and human resource development in rural areas. The grant contracts were formally signed on February 7, 2026, under Japan’s esteemed Grant Assistance for Grassroots…
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – February 4, 2026 – The Government of Japan has announced a significant grant of USD 301,904 to support two vital grassroots human security projects in Cambodia, focusing on agricultural infrastructure and youth empowerment. These initiatives, implemented under Japan’s “KUSANONE” framework, aim to bolster rural development and improve living standards in key…
Cambodia and Thailand held a Regional Border Committee (RBC) Secretariat Meeting at the Poipet International Border Checkpoint on 27 January 2026. The meeting aims to strengthen peace and stability along the shared border. Officials from Cambodia’s 5th Military Region and Thailand’s 1st Army Area attended. They discussed key agenda points and prepared for the Special…
When most people think of Cambodia, their mind jumps to Angkor Wat or the rich heritage of the Khmer Empire. But beneath the surface lies a much older story—hundreds of millions of years old. It’s a story told not through stone temples, but through the fossils embedded in ancient rock formations, waiting to be discovered.…
Oddar Meanchey – June 24, 2025: Ta Moan Thom Temple, an ancient historical site nestled in Banteay Ampil District of Oddar Meanchey Province, welcomed a significant number of visitors this week, marking a renewed national appreciation for Cambodia’s cultural heritage. The influx included Buddhist monks and laypeople from provinces such as Banteay Meanchey, Oddar Meanchey,…
Special Economic Zones (SEZs) have emerged as a cornerstone of Cambodia’s economic strategy, significantly contributing to export growth and foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows. Over the past three years, these strategically designated zones have accounted for nearly one-fourth of Cambodia’s total export value, underscoring their growing importance in the Kingdom’s development agenda. SEZs Fuel Export…
In recent days, changes along the Cambodia–Thailand border have drawn regional attention. The decision by Thai authorities on June 7 to reduce operating hours at the Poipet International Border Gate—without prior notice—created some confusion and concern, especially for people living in the border region who rely on daily cross-border movement for work and trade. While…
Poipet, Cambodia – Samakie Meanchey Primary School has reached a major milestone, officially recognized by the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sports (MoEYS) as a National Model School. This recognition highlights the school’s commitment to improving education, hands-on learning, and sustainable development. Located in Poipet, Banteay Meanchey Province, Samakie Meanchey serves 508 students from…
The Government of Japan has committed US$192,509 to construct two primary schools in Pursat and Banteay Meanchey provinces. The initiative falls under the framework of the Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects, known as KUSANONE. The grant contracts were signed late last week in Phnom Penh by H.E. Ueno Atsushi, Ambassador of the Embassy…
The first cooperation initiative under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Cambodia and Japan was launched on January 22, with Japan’s embassy presenting 29 medical incinerators to Cambodia’s Ministry of Health. These advanced incinerators, designed to manage infectious and medical waste, will be distributed across hospitals in 10 provinces, including Banteay Meanchey, Battambang, Kampong Chhnang, Kampong…
