Japan pledges US$1.3mil to aid Cambodian returnees from Thailand, displace civilians
PHNOM PENH: Japan has earmarked an additional US$1.3 million to support the Cambodian citizens who were affected by last year's border conflict.
Cambodia elected to Unesco cultural heritage committee
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia has been elected to the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage for the 2026-2030 term. The position is expected to strengthen the Kingdom's influence in shaping international policies on the protection of living cultural traditions
Cambodia, Myanmar look to step up tourism cooperation, increase visitor flow
YANGON: Following the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on tourism cooperation between Cambodia and Myanmar, the Union of Myanmar Travel Association (UMTA) and Cambodia's Ministry of Tourism have expressed their commitment to broadening collaboration to increase two-way tourist arrivals between the two nations.
Judicial officials in Cambodia laud cyber scam crackdown as new law enters enforcement phase
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia is moving to strengthen the enforcement of its newly enacted anti-cyber scam law, with senior government officials reviewing legal measures aimed at eradicating online fraud networks and preventing large-scale scam operations from re-establishing themselves in the kingdom.
Cambodia and Thailand select Unclos reps; 30 days left to mutually agree on chair
PHNOM PENH: Now that Cambodia and Thailand have each selected two conciliators for the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (Unclos) compulsory reconciliation process, the two sides have 30 days to agree on a fifth member, who will chair the body.
Cambodia wants more girls in school as women dominate economy, corporate sector
PHNOM PENH: Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on Tuesday (June 16) said girls' education should take priority as a strategy to develop strong human capital to steer the economy forward.
From garments to high tech: Cambodia seeks new era of industrial investment with South Korea
INCHEON, South Korea: Cambodia is stepping up efforts to attract South Korean investment in automotive components, electric vehicle systems, healthcare technology and other higher-value industries, as the government pursues long-term plans to move the economy beyond its traditional reliance on garments and labour-intensive manufacturing.
Cambodia reiterates support for mine ban treaty
GENEVA, Switzerland: Keo Sovann, permanent representative of Cambodia to the UN Office in Geneva, reaffirmed Cambodia's commitment to the Ottawa Convention and its humanitarian objectives during the Intersessional Meetings of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention, held from June 15-18.
Thailand appoints South African and German experts for UN arbitration in dispute with Cambodia, foreign minister says
BANGKOK: Thailand has appointed conciliators from South Africa and Germany for a UN arbitration process that was initiated by Cambodia to resolve a long-running maritime dispute, Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow told reporters on Tuesday (June 16).
Restoration of Ta Prohm's South Gate in Cambodia's Angkor complex set for year-end completion
PHNOM PENH: The restoration of the South Gate of the centuries-old Ta Prohm temple in the Angkor Archaeological Park in north-west Cambodia is expected to be completed by the end of 2026, said an APSARA National Authority (ANA) news release on Monday (June 15).
