Digital Cambodia: AI, connectivity, cybersecurity and innovation. · 101 stories
AI is changing the way videos are made all over the world, and Cambodia is no exception. AI video creation has become one of the best ways to make high-quality videos quickly and cheaply because more businesses, media companies, and creators rely on digital content. AI video generators can help you make films faster and…
It began with a simple phone call that carried great meaning. Prime Minister Hun Manet spoke with Mr. Kash Patel, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation of the United States. Their discussion reaffirmed the depth of trust between Cambodia and the United States, particularly through the long-standing cooperation between Cambodian security institutions and the…
Nanning, China – Cambodia has urged ASEAN nations and China to strengthen collaboration on artificial intelligence (AI), positioning innovation as a catalyst for inclusive growth and long-term prosperity. The call was made at the 13th Forum on China-ASEAN Technology Transfer and Collaborative Innovation, held under the theme “Shared AI, Shared Future.” The forum gathered government…
From voice-activated apps to recommendation engines and smart language tutors, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is making its way into our daily lives. Cambodia is not immune to this transformation. The Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS) has voiced its commitment to digital transformation, announcing plans for an AI research center and adopting international frameworks in…
The Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation (MISTI) has launched a targeted training course on “Public Procurement Implementation Procedures” aimed at improving the efficiency and awareness of its internal budget and procurement units. The program officially commenced with an opening ceremony in Phnom Penh, presided over by H.E. Dr. Nhim Khemara, Permanent Secretary of…
Phnom Penh – The Ministry of Tourism welcomed a significant step toward modernizing Cambodia’s tourism industry as H.E. Mr. Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism, received Mr. Li Jianxin, representative of Ennova Holding Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of ENN Group China, and his delegation for a courtesy call at the Ministry headquarters. During the meeting, the…
The Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation (MISTI) today organised a training programme on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Public Innovation, marking an important step in Cambodia’s efforts to harness emerging technologies for governance and development. The opening ceremony was presided over by H.E. Hem Vanndy, Minister of MISTI, and attended by around 400 of…
The National University of Battambang (NUBB) witnessed an exciting display of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit as it hosted the final pitch event of the Startup Launchpad Food Edition 2025. Organized with the support of Khmer Enterprise and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) through its Peace Village Project, the event showcased groundbreaking food product ideas…
Phnom Penh, June 26, 2025 — Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are poised to play a pivotal role in driving Cambodia toward its goal of graduating from Least Developed Country (LDC) status by the end of 2029. This was the central message conveyed by Prime Minister Hun Manet in a keynote address read during…
The Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation (MISTI) is moving forward with the introduction of a Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Evaluation Criteria framework, a strategic tool aimed at improving the performance of STI institutions across Cambodia and accelerating the nation’s progress toward a knowledge-based economy. The new framework, developed with support from the…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant innovation confined to the laboratories of Silicon Valley or the tech corridors of East Asia. It is here, and it is real. As the global economy rapidly embraces digital transformation, Cambodia must be ready—not merely to adapt, but to lead in areas where technology can be leveraged…
The Fourth Industrial Revolution, combined with the disruptive effects of the Covid-19 pandemic starting in late 2019, has accelerated the global adoption of digital technologies—particularly in commerce. Cambodia has been part of this rapid transformation, with its e-commerce sector reaching a value of $1.51 billion in 2024. According to the iTrade Bulletin released by the…
H.E. Hem Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation, held a meeting on Monday with representatives from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia (CanCham) to explore deeper collaboration in driving SME innovation through the Cambodia Enterprise Innovation Index (CEII). According to the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation, the meeting focused on…
