Where the Mekong meets the Sekong, near the Lao border. · 9 stories
The Governor of Stung Treng led a Cambodian delegation to the 15th Cambodia–Laos Bilateral Cooperation Meeting in Laos, where officials discussed cross-border trade, regional connectivity, and development initiatives between neighbouring provinces.
Phnom Penh — Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet has announced that the Royal Government of Cambodia is moving forward with a feasibility study for a new canal linking the Upper Mekong River to the Tonle Sap Lake, with the goal of improving irrigation, water balance, and future inland transport infrastructure. Speaking during…
Stung Treng, Cambodia – In a move to boost sustainable tourism and raise awareness about wildlife conservation, Cambodia will host the inaugural Mekong Dolphin Festival and Kayak Races from May 30 to June 1, 2025, at the Prek Rumkel Ecotourism Community in Stung Treng province. This special three-day event is being organised by the Ministry…
Tboung Khmum, Apr. 12 – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has approved the allocation of more than 6,000 hectares of land in Stung Treng province for a private company to launch an agricultural investment project, including the development of an agro-industrial factory. The announcement was made on Saturday during the official inauguration ceremony of National…
Cambodia is a land of rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning natural beauty, with each province offering unique attributes and opportunities. From the bustling capital of Phnom Penh to the tranquil retreats of Stung Treng, the country is a tapestry of economic potential and tourist attractions. Here is a look at the unique strengths of…
A colossal 300kg giant freshwater stingray, scientifically known as Urogymnus polylepis, has been officially acknowledged by Guinness World Records as the largest recorded freshwater fish ever. Discovered last year in the Koh Preah commune of the Siem Bok district in Stung Treng province, along the Mekong River, this stingray named Boramey was tagged by the…
Officials in Cambodia’s Stung Treng province project an influx of investments in large-scale factories and manufacturing enterprises, focusing on processing agricultural raw materials into value-added products, especially cashew nuts, which have shown significant commercial potential. During a press conference, the provincial administration’s accomplishments over the past five years were highlighted. Tum Niro, the director of…
Handcrafted Cashew Nuts, a business in Stung Treng province, has a chance to export their products to the UK through the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS). This program started recently and supports developing nations. The owner, Muth Chakrya, works with UK partners and receives help from the British and Cambodian embassies. She is preparing samples…
According to a sub-decree, Cambodia has established Irrawaddy dolphin conservation and preservation zones along a 120-kilometer section of the Mekong River in the provinces of Stung Treng and Kratie. The sub-decree, signed by Prime Minister Samdech Hun Sen, stated that the secure zone for the uncommon species encompassed 35 kilometres in the main channel of…
