New interior ministry HQ inaugurated
The Ministry of Interior’s new headquarters was officially inaugurated by Prime Minister Hun Manet on November 6. The facility was completed in just under two years, at a cost of approximately $60 million.
Post Staff
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/new-interior-ministry-hq-inaugurated
Cambodian PM meets leaders of Vietnamese companies
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet received yesterday in Hanoi Mr. PhanDucTu, Board Chairman of the Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV), during his stay in Vietnam for a two-day official visit.
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501406158/cambodian-pm-meets-leaders-of-vietnamese-companies/
New visa stamps aim to curb trafficking, illegal employment
The government has introduced a new measure in its fight against human trafficking, with tourist visas now specifically indicating that the bearer is unable to work legally in Cambodia.
Chea Sokny
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/new-visa-stamps-aim-to-curb-trafficking-illegal-employment
NA, AVI hold seminar on Cambodia-EU relations
The National Assembly (NA) of Cambodia, through the Committee on Foreign Affairs, Cooperation, and Information in collaboration with the Asian Vision Institute (AVI), held a seminar on “Cambodia-Europe Relations in Regional Connection and Peace” at the National Assembly on Friday.
Hang Punreay
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501423137/na-avi-hold-seminar-on-cambodia-eu-relations/
Ruling party forms historic coalition
The Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) is set to sign a “Cooperation and Coalition Agreement” with 27 other parties at an event to be presided over by CPP president and former prime minister Hun Sen on October 25.
Kim Yutharo
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/ruling-party-forms-historic-coalition
BRI-backed economic zone in Cambodia benefits local people’s lives, economy
Located in southwest Cambodia, the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone (SSEZ), a joint venture between Chinese and Cambodian companies, has not only positively impacted on local people’s lives, but also significantly contributed to the kingdom’s economic growth.
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501396724/bri-backed-economic-zone-in-cambodia-benefits-local-peoples-lives-economy/
Education Ministry reforms teacher methodology, use of technology
The Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS) is reforming teacher training institutions by focusing on developing teachers’ skills in content, pedagogical lessons, teaching methods and the use of teaching technology so that teachers can achieve a higher level of professionalism.
Hang Punreay
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501406035/education-ministry-reforms-teacher-methodology-use-of-technology/
Cambodia’s GDP per capita to reach $2,071 next year: report
Cambodia’s GDP per capita is forecast to hit $2,071 in 2024, up from some $1,917 in 2023, said a report from the Ministry of Economy and Finance on Saturday.
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501383721/cambodias-gdp-per-capita-to-reach-2071-next-year-report/
Cambodia bats for trade cooperation at WTO meet
Cambodia on Sunday called for the inclusion of the Investment Facilitation for Development (IFD) agreement into the WTO programme as such a fusion will benefit the member states – including Cambodia – by enhancing the investment climate.
Nhean Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501446580/cambodia-bats-for-trade-cooperation-at-wto-meet/
Cambodia ready to ramp up trade ties with Malaysia
A business forum scheduled to be held on Tuesday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is expected to pave the way to enhance bilateral cooperation on trade, investment and economy between Cambodia and Malaysia.
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501446578/cambodia-ready-to-ramp-up-trade-ties-with-malaysia/
Bilateral trade with Thailand nearly $342M
Bilateral trade between Cambodia and Thailand reached $341.8 million in the first month of 2024, marking a slight increase of 0.2% over the same period last year, as reported by the General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE).
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/bilateral-trade-with-thailand-nearly-342m
Ministry working group to provide beggars assistance
The Ministry of Social Affairs, Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation has shared plans to establish a working group to find solutions for people who beg, both those living with disabilities and those without.
Chea Sokny
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/ministry-working-group-to-provide-beggars-assistance
The Mekong ranks as the third most biodiverse river worldwide
A groundbreaking report supported by USAID highlights the critical state of biodiversity in the Mekong River.
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501452080/the-mekong-ranks-as-the-third-most-biodiverse-river-worldwide/
Technical study presents positive findings on city light rail in PP, Siem Reap
China Metro Group conducting technical studies on the light rail transit system in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap province has reported a positive move in the studies, citing its commitment to make the projects successful.
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501444019/technical-study-presents-positive-findings-on-city-light-rail-in-pp-siem-reap/
Deforestation crackdown in Pursat yields large seizures
Eight people have been reprimanded and one suspect has been sent to court during the beginning of a 30-day campaign against state land occupation and deforestation in Pursat province.
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/deforestation-crackdown-in-pursat-yields-large-seizures
Satellite tech to boost forest, natural resource protection
Minister of Environment Eang Sophalleth emphasised the critical importance of protecting forests and natural resources, asserting that it is a top priority for the ministry and stressing the need for modern technology to combat illegal activities in these areas.
Kim Yutharo
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/satellite-tech-to-boost-forest-natural-resource-protection
Cambodia, Timor-Leste sign MoU on higher education
The education ministries of Cambodia and Timor-Leste have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on higher education to further promote science and culture education between the two countries.
Torn Vibol
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501470964/cambodia-timor-leste-sign-mou-on-higher-education/
Initiative to equip women entrepreneurs with digital skills
Women entrepreneurs are slated to have their digital skills elevated with the launch of a capacity building programme that aims to support their digital journey while bridging the gender gap.
Yatt Malai
https://kiripost.com/stories/initiative-to-equip-women-entrepreneurs-with-digital-skills
Govt, UNICEF launch digital drive to combat online sexual predators
UNICEF Cambodia, in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Affairs, Veterans, and Youth Rehabilitation, unveiled yesterday an innovative digital campaign in a bid to safeguard Cambodian adolescents from the threat of online sexual predators.
Taing Rinith
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501460362/govt-unicef-launch-digital-drive-to-combat-online-sexual-predators/
Over 600,000 ha of encroached land reclaimed in Pursat, four arrested
In a week-long crackdown on natural resource crimes in Cardamom mountain areas, the Ministry of Environment managed to reclaim 626,662 hectares of land encroached in Veal Veng and Phnom Kravanh districts of Pursat province and arrested four suspects.
Tith Kongnov
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501459719/over-600000-ha-of-encroached-land-reclaimed-in-pursat-four-arrested/
