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PHNOM PENH – Cambodia and Japan have taken a significant step toward deepening economic cooperation with the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cross-border QR payments. The agreement, formalized between Cambodia’s KHQR and Japan’s JPQR systems, was signed by the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) and the Payments Japan Association (PJA). The initiative,…
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra have jointly announced a strengthened commitment to tackle cross-border crimes and deepen economic cooperation between their nations. During a joint press conference on April 23, held as part of Prime Minister Paetongtarn’s two-day official visit to Cambodia (April 23–24), the two leaders declared their…
Prime Minister Hun Manet and visiting Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra jointly witnessed the signing of seven cooperation agreements and memoranda of understanding this morning at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations. The signed documents span key sectors of labour, infrastructure, environment, and capacity building. These include:…
The Ministry of Commerce, in collaboration with relevant ministries and institutions, is in the process of developing a new special procedure aimed at facilitating and regulating the export of Cambodian goods to the United States. This initiative focuses on reinforcing the monitoring mechanisms for local content and value addition to ensure full compliance with both…
Coinciding with Earth Day, Wing Bank has announced a groundbreaking partnership with FootprintLab to accelerate climate-conscious financial behavior in Cambodia. This collaboration represents a bold step forward in both financial inclusion and environmental responsibility, and will enable the integration of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) accounting into everyday banking—a first-of-its-kind initiative in the Cambodian market. Marking this milestone, Wing Bank and FootprintLab officially…
April 2025, Koh Pich, Phnom Penh – Green Oasis, a community tree-planting initiative co-organized by OCIC Group, celebrates its first anniversary this Earth Day. Marking the occasion, professionals, NGOs, students, and residents gathered at a new park in central Koh Pich—set to open later this year—for a community planting event. A monk blessing ceremony added a moment of…
PURSAT, April 22 – Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet reiterated his administration’s steadfast commitment to attracting foreign investment, enhancing environmental protection, and ensuring long-term economic growth during the inauguration of the new Ford production line and sub-assembly plant by RMA (Cambodia) Plc. in Pursat Province. Addressing dignitaries, business leaders, and the media at…
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – The climb to success is never easy. It demands perseverance to push through setbacks, intelligence to navigate challenges, and commitment to see the journey through. This is the foundation of The Thomith Show Season 5 – a season that isn’t just about success, but the climb it takes to get there.…
In a major reform aimed at boosting efficiency and professional management of state-owned enterprises, Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet has announced the end of the long-standing practice of appointing civil servants to lead public institutions. Going forward, private sector professionals will be eligible to assume leadership roles in these enterprises, with government oversight…
Kampot, Cambodia – April 21, 2025Prime Minister Hun Manet is set to preside over the official inauguration of the Kampot International Tourist Port later today, signalling the launch of one of Cambodia’s most strategically important infrastructure projects aimed at boosting maritime tourism. Situated in Chum Kriel Village, Teuk Chhou District of Kampot Province, the port…
During his official visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan, His Excellency HUOT Hak, Minister of Tourism of Cambodia, held a working luncheon with H.E. Mr. Yerkinbayev Yerzhan, Deputy Minister of Tourism and Sports of Kazakhstan. The meeting, aimed at enhancing tourism cooperation throughout 2025, laid the foundation for a future Memorandum of Understanding between the…
During the state visit of President Xi Jinping to Cambodia from April 17 to 18, 2025, the Kingdom of Cambodia and the People’s Republic of China released a comprehensive joint statement reinforcing their shared commitment to building an all-weather strategic partnership. This landmark visit included royal audiences with His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen…
Marking a major advancement in Cambodia’s infrastructure development, five pivotal agreements and contracts related to the Funan Techo Canal Project were signed on 17 April 2025. The signing ceremony was led by Sun Chanthol, First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) and Chairman of the Sub-committee for the project, alongside…
