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The Embassy of India in Phnom Penh hosted a farewell ceremony for 40 Cambodian government officials who will travel to India for specialized training programs. The initiative highlights the growing cooperation between India and Cambodia in professional development and capacity building. The ceremony at India House was attended by Senior Minister Chhay Sinarith, President of…
The Royal Government of Cambodia has launched a comprehensive economic development programme aimed at strengthening national competitiveness, promoting diversification, and enhancing economic resilience amid ongoing global uncertainty. The initiative was unveiled by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance Aun Pornmoniroth at a public event in Phnom Penh. The programme is designed to…
Exports from the Royal Group Phnom Penh Special Economic Zone (RGPPSEZ) rose by 14.09% in 2025, reflecting strong industrial output and growing regional demand. The total value of goods manufactured and shipped from the zone reached over $2.14 billion, contributing approximately 7% of Cambodia’s total export earnings and highlighting the zone’s importance to the national…
Air Cambodia, the nation’s flag carrier airline, has unveiled a refreshed corporate identity and brand logo, marking the first comprehensive rebrand since 2009. The new identity was revealed at Techo International Airport in Phnom Penh during a formal ceremony attended by airline officials and government representatives. The updated corporate identity system includes a redesigned logo…
Cambodian taekwondo athletes made headlines at the Hope International Open Taekwondo Championship 2026, held from January 9 to 11 at the Buyong Hall of the National Olympic Stadium in Phnom Penh. Showcasing exceptional skill and determination, the Cambodian WT (World Taekwondo) team earned a staggering 698 medals, including 228 gold, 195 silver, and 275 bronze,…
Every year on January 7, Cambodia pauses—not in celebration, but in remembrance. Victory over Genocide Day marks the end of the Khmer Rouge regime in 1979, closing one of the most painful chapters in Cambodian history. For many Cambodians, the date is not only a historical milestone but a deeply personal moment tied to family…
Every corner of Phnom Penh is steeped in stories. They hide in the curves of its streets, in the old façades of its restaurants, and in the smiles of those who live there. Personal stories that sometimes become part of history. We had the opportunity to meet Vannak, who, through his profession, happens to be…
Cambodians and members of the international community came together in Phnom Penh on Thursday afternoon to take part in a peaceful march calling for calm, dialogue, and full respect for the ceasefire amid ongoing tensions along the Cambodia–Thailand border. Organised by the Union of Youth Federations of Cambodia (UYFC), the march was held under the…
If you wake up before dawn breaks in Phnom Penh, you will discover a quiet city – one that most people never see. Almost everyone is still asleep. The only activity comes from a few early-morning athletes running or cycling. Crossing the city is easy because the air is still fresh, slightly humid and remains…
Over the past several days, one thing has become clear along the Cambodia–Thailand border: no one is speaking with one voice. As clashes flared again in early December, statements coming out of Thailand have pointed in different directions. Political leaders have made one set of statements, military officials have made different ones, and foreign partners…
Phnom Penh, December 14, 2025 Gunfire and shelling were reported along parts of the Cambodia–Thailand border early Sunday, even as regional and international leaders pressed for an immediate ceasefire to halt the most serious fighting between the two neighbours in years. Updates carried by Cambodian outlet Fresh News said several frontline areas in Pursat, Banteay…
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia—Cambodia has shattered its investment records, with the Council for the Development of Cambodia’s (CDC) Cambodian Investment Committee approving more than 600 investment projects in the first 11 months of 2025, according to a recent CDC press release. This marks a substantial 57% increase in approved projects compared to the same period in…
Cambodia has taken a bold and forward-looking step toward its digital future. Minister of Post and Telecommunications Chea Vandeth announced that 5G services will officially begin rolling out in Phnom Penh and five provinces starting in 2026, marking one of the country’s most significant technology upgrades in recent years. The announcement was made on 6…
