Phnom Penh, Cambodia — Despite persistent global uncertainties surrounding geopolitics, economic fluctuations, and the lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Cambodia’s tourism sector continues to demonstrate a remarkable recovery. According to a June 5 report released by the Ministry of Tourism, the Kingdom welcomed 2.4 million international tourists between January and April 2025—a 13.6% increase…
(Phnom Penh): In a decisive move to enhance Cambodia’s agricultural competitiveness and resilience, the Royal Government has approved in principle the allocation of an additional USD 35 million to support concessional loans for modern agricultural communities over the next three years (2025–2027). The announcement was made by Prime Minister Hun Manet during the first joint…
(Phnom Penh): In a landmark gesture aimed at supporting women’s empowerment and higher education, Senate President Samdech Techo Hun Sen has pledged approximately USD 10 million from his and his family’s personal funds to build a dedicated dormitory complex for female students studying in Phnom Penh. The announcement came during a courtesy meeting with the…
Phnom Penh — Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, marked a significant milestone in Cambodia by launching its inaugural service to Siem Reap, the gateway to the famed Angkor Wat temple complex. The maiden flight, operated by a Boeing 777-300ER, touched down at Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI) on Tuesday and was welcomed with…
(Phnom Penh, June 4, 2025) – In a significant step towards strengthening Cambodia’s export capabilities and fostering agro-industrial growth, the European Union and the Federal Republic of Germany have officially launched the EU-Cambodia Business Partnership Facility. The initiative, co-developed with Cambodia’s Ministry of Commerce and the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, is designed to…
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…
CIMB Singapore and Wing Bank (Cambodia) Plc have entered a strategic partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cross-border financial services and deepen economic collaboration between Singapore and Cambodia. This partnership represents a significant milestone in strengthening financial connectivity within ASEAN, leveraging CIMB Singapore’s regional expertise and Wing Bank’s local leadership to…
Phnom Penh — Cambodia’s first-ever joint congress of the Senate, National Assembly, and Royal Government concluded its inaugural day on June 2 with intense, marathon deliberations spanning nearly 17 hours. Convened at the National Assembly in Phnom Penh, the historic session marked a new chapter in institutional cooperation, bringing together the Kingdom’s top legislative and…
Phnom Penh — Cambodia’s world-renowned Angkor Archaeological Park has earned over USD 24 million in ticket sales during the first five months of 2025, according to Angkor Enterprise. The revenue points to a strong recovery in international tourism and increasing interest in the Kingdom’s cultural heritage. In May alone, the park received 42,767 international visitors,…
Cambodia is steadily earning a reputation for sound financial management and disciplined economic planning. The latest quarterly bulletin from the Ministry of Economy and Finance provides a clear picture of how the country is managing its public debt in a responsible and forward-thinking manner. For development partners, international institutions, and private investors, the message is…
Originally reported by The Phnom Penh Post. Adapted for The Better Cambodia. In a landmark moment for Cambodia and women around the world, Lieutenant Colonel Sorm Leangy has made history as the nation’s first female unit commander deployed to the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Lebanon. At just 33 years old, her journey from a…
(Tokyo) — Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has praised the rising technological capabilities of Cambodian youth, emphasizing their growing expertise in software development, robotics, and artificial intelligence. Addressing members of the Cambodian community in Japan on May 31, the premier highlighted recent digital achievements as a sign of national progress and pride. Speaking at the…
Phnom Penh, May 31, 2025 — During an official visit to Japan from May 28 to 31, 2025, Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet and Japanese Prime Minister H.E. Shigeru Ishiba reaffirmed their commitment to deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations. A joint statement was issued following their bilateral…
Kampong Speu, Cambodia – May 31, 2025 — Kampong Speu province is gearing up to host the Mountain Bike (MTB) Challenge 2025 on June 21-22 in Kraing Ampel commune, with the highlight being the introduction of a new competitive category — the XCM Mountain Bike Marathon. The announcement was made by Mr. Yoeun Phiyuth, the…
Phnom Penh, Cambodia — Cambodia and Japan have unveiled a comprehensive Economic Co-Creation Package aimed at deepening cooperation across key sectors, including trade, human resource development, green energy, logistics, and digital transformation. This multi-dimensional framework reinforces the commitment of both nations to co-develop sustainable and mutually beneficial initiatives through the alignment of government agencies, educational…
