$100 million credit for rural roads
The World Bank has approved a $100 million credit from The International Development Association (IDA) to improve access to basic services and economic opportunities in Cambodia. ...
Sok Chan
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50746299/100-million-credit-for-rural-roads/
Ministry dismisses NGO report on fundamental freedoms
The government yesterday dismissed as being inccurate a joint report by three NGOs claiming that fundamental freedoms in The Kingdom continue to be restricted. ...
Sen David
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50750444/ministry-dismisses-ngo-report-on-fundamental-freedoms/
Floods claim 18 lives throughout Cambodia
The National Committee for Disaster Management (NCDM) this morning reported that The ongoing flash floods have so far killed 18 people, including 8 children. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50774057/floods-claim-18-lives-throughout-cambodia/
Kade lake to be designated a protected area
The Tboung Khmum Provincial Administration will designate “Kade lake” in Krouch Chhmar district as a protected area soon following consultations with The relevant ministries and a detailed study. ...
Son Minea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50904512/kade-lake-to-be-designated-a-protected-area/
Phnom Penh Governor appeals for more Japanese investments in Cambodia
Phnom Penh Governor Khuong Sreng requested Japanese investors, through the Japan-Cambodia Association (JCA), to consider investing in the agriculture sector and other sectors. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501019076/phnom-penh-governor-appeals-for-more-japanese-investments-in-cambodia/
Siem Reap’s new roads to improve connectivity and tourism
A top official in Siem Reap has said the newly built roads in the province will improve connectivity with remote areas and help boost tourism. ...
Chhun Sunly
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501080679/siem-reaps-new-roads-to-improve-connectivity-and-tourism/
Cambodia, Azerbaijan ink deal on diplomat visa waiver
Cambodia and Azerbaijan have signed a visa exemption agreement for diplomatic passport holders, paving the way for further enhancing bilateral cooperation between the two countries. ...
Ry Sochan
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national-politics/cambodia-azerbaijan-ink-deal-diplomat-visa-waiver
Calls for students to master tech skills
Recent high school graduates are being encouraged to study digital technology-related subjects at university to fill the skills gap and help develop the country. ...
Thai Sothea
https://kiripost.com/stories/calls-for-students-to-master-tech-skills
Cambodia’s E-type Visa now available for online application in all countries
The E-Type Visa, aimed at short term travellers to Cambodia, is now available for online application for citizens from all countries across The globe. .. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501218749/cambodias-e-type-visa-now-available-for-online-application-in-all-countries/
Cambodia dismisses human rights report
The government has dismissed a recent UN human rights report as biased, saying it did not truly reflect The human rights landscape in Cambodia. ...
Samban Chandara
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/cambodia-dismisses-human-rights-report
Cambodian police contradict Indonesian officials, claim repatriated Indonesians are not victims
The Indonesian Embassy in Phnom Penh repatriated 41 Indonesian citizens in The last month from online scam operations, it announced Monday, but Cambodian police officials say that These people were not victims. ...
Phon Sothyroth and Leila Goldstein
https://cambojanews.com/cambodian-police-contradict-indonesian-officials-claim-repatriated-indonesians-are-not-victims/
Cambodia’s new PM launches strategy to boost growth, maintain sustainability
Cambodia’s newly-elected Prime Minister Hun Manet on Thursday launched the “Pentagonal Strategy-Phase I 2023-2028” during the first cabinet meeting. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501349026/cambodias-new-pm-launches-strategy-to-boost-growth-maintain-sustainability/
China-Cambodia “Peace Angel-2023” joint humanitarian exercise kicks off in Phnom Penh
The China-Cambodia joint humanitarian exercise code-named “Peace Angel-2023” kicked off on Saturday morning with an opening ceremony held here in The Cambodian capital Phnom Penh. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501361363/china-cambodia-peace-angel-2023-joint-humanitarian-exercise-kicks-off-in-phnom-penh/
Flood damage assessments start
Government agencies have begun inspecting the nation’s roads to assess the damage caused by this rainy season’s floods to prepare a budget for repairs and upgrades. ...
Tith Kongnov
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501168294/flood-damage-assessments-start/
More than 200 families in Siem Reap dismantled tents on disputed land overnight after authorities threatened to use force
210 families live in Sna Sangkram village, Balong commune, Prasat Bakong district, Siem Reap province that has a land dispute with the Apsara Authority demolished tents from the disputed land overnight after authorities threatened to use force. ...
High-skilled labour key to develop economy
A forum on human resources in Cambodia has highlighted the need to prioritize developing high-skilled labor to grow the economy. ...
Marissa Carruthers
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodia-high-skilled-labour-key-to-develop-economy
PM calls for 2025 end to malaria in Cambodia
Prime Minister Hun Sen called on the nation to work together to completely eradicate malaria from Cambodia by 2025 and from the world by 2030. ...
Chea Sokny
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/pm-calls-2025-end-malaria-cambodia
Rise in booze consumption prompts fresh calls for alcohol advert ban
A rise in alcohol consumption has triggered concerns over young teenagers, with organization urging the government to ban beer advertisements to curb the problem. ...
Meas Molika
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodia-rise-in-booze-consumption-prompts-fresh-calls-for-alcohol-advert-ban
Public debt remains sustainable, says PM
The government’s public debt remains sustainable as The country is seeking more foreign debt used for building infrastructure, said Prime Minister Hun Manet. ...
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501396475/public-debt-remains-sustainable-says-pm/
NCDM calls for better equipment to fight high-rise blazes
The government is being urged by The National Committee for Disaster Management (NCDM) to prioritise firefighting equipment to efficiently combat flames in high-rise buildings. ...
Hang Punreay
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501415867/ncdm-calls-for-better-equipment-to-fight-high-rise-blazes/
