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(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, 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 — 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…
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…
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…
Phnom Penh, May 29, 2025 – Cambodia is set to host the 2nd edition of the Badminton Asia Southeast Asia Regional Championships 2025, scheduled to take place from July 7 to 12 at the prestigious Morodok Techo National Stadium in Phnom Penh. The announcement was made by Mr. Chhit Samean, senior coach of the Cambodian…
Phnom Penh: Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and First Lady Pich Chanmony Hun Manet will embark on an official working visit to Japan from May 28 to 31, 2025, at the invitation of the Government of Japan. The visit marks a significant step in reinforcing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations. Accompanying the…
(Phnom Penh) – Cambodia’s Techo International Airport, a landmark infrastructure project set to transform the country’s aviation landscape, will commence operations on 9 September 2025, with its official inauguration scheduled for 20 October 2025. The announcement was made on Friday (May 23) by the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA) following formal approval by Prime…
Special Economic Zones (SEZs) have become a pivotal factor in Cambodia’s economic development, offering unique opportunities for both domestic and international investors. These zones have proven to be highly effective in attracting companies to establish factories and enterprises, contributing significantly to the country’s industrial growth. As of early 2025, the Royal Group Phnom Penh Special…
Phnom Penh, Cambodia — Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet welcomed Ambassador Obaid Saeed Obaid Bintaresh Aldhaheri of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on May 19 at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh. The meeting underscored the growing bilateral relations between the UAE and Cambodia, with both parties expressing a strong desire to deepen cooperation in…
On May 16, 2025, during the 80th founding anniversary of the Cambodian National Police, Prime Minister Hun Manet addressed several critical issues, including national security, police reforms, and the future of Phnom Penh International Airport. His speech highlighted key government strategies aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of the Cambodian National Police and dispelled rumors surrounding…
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – Akira Dodate, Chief Executive Officer of Japan Tourism Corporation, has expressed strong interest in investing in Cambodia’s agricultural sector, with a particular focus on smart agriculture and technology-driven farming systems. During his recent visit to Phnom Penh, Dodate led a Japanese delegation to explore opportunities for bilateral collaboration and potential investments…
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – May 2025: The painting exhibition “Color Outside the Lines”, organised by Humans of Phnom Penh (HoPP), concluded with great success at the SOSORO – Preah Srey Içanavarman Museum after two days of cultural engagement and artistic expression. The event, held from May 9–10, was graced by H.E. Samheng Boros, Minister attached…
