A ‘unique Khmer family’
In an apparent defence of his frequent absence from the Kingdom, opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party president Sam Rainsy said that visiting Cambodians in wealthy Western countries such as France or Australia was just as important as visiting them in Cambodia itself. A recent war ...
Charles Rollet and Meas Sokchea
http://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/unique-khmer-family
Prudential granted approval by ministry
Prudential Corporation Asia yesterday received “in-principle” approval from the Ministry of Economy and Finance to establish a foreign-owned life insurance operation in the country, an official statement from the company said. The announcement comes after Canadian life insurance giant Manulife on Thursday made public plans for ...
http://www.phnompenhpost.com/index.php/2012070357155/Business/prudential-granted-approval.html
When trees are cut down, Angkor’s temples begin to crumble
The temples of Angkor in Cambodia are known for their lost-world feel, thanks in part to trees and vegetation that have colonized the structures. While giant roots and trunks pouring over ancient blocks and carvings look cool, the trees are actually a destructive force acting on ...
Rachel Nuwer
http://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/when-trees-are-cut-down-angkors-temples-begin-crumble-180951798/?no-ist
WFP to start phase two of food aid
In order to mitigate the impacts of the pandemic on Cambodia, the World Food Programme (WFP) in cooperation with the Ministry of Education will conduct the second phase of food aid for five provinces in the Kingdom to respond to the current crises. ...
Som Kanika
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50737380/wfp-to-start-phase-two-of-food-aid/
Cambodia Chamber of Commerce plans Europe, US offices to boost trade
Cambodia Chamber of Commerce (CCC) is forging on with plans to open representative offices in Europe and the US next year in a bid to shore up trade and draw in more investment, its vice-president Lim Heng told The Post on Wednesday. ...
May Kunmakara
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/cambodia-chamber-commerce-plans-europe-us-offices-boost-trade
Cambodia produces 9.3 mln tonnes of paddy rice last year
Cambodia had produced 9.3 million tons of paddy rice in 2013, which was comparable to the amount in 2012, according to the report of the Ministry of Agriculture on Thursday. Hean Vanhorn, director of the single window secretariat for facilitating milled rice exports, called on ...
Global Times News Staff
http://www.globaltimes.cn/content/838958.shtml#.UuHaSMr-LIU
Upcoming holidays to be celebrated under tight security
Tighter security will be expected across the country in conjunction with the upcoming holidays, from August 17 to 21, which was set in lieu of the postponed Khmer New Year in April. ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50749968/upcoming-holidays-to-be-celebrated-under-tight-security/
ACLEDA bank to continue its SME support across 2021
President and Group Managing Director of ACLEDA Bank Plc In Channy has announced that the bank has reserved nearly $600 million for lending to the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) sector in Cambodia in 2021. ...
Sok Chan
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50809009/acleda-bank-to-continue-its-sme-support-across-2021/
Clouded leopard rescued from snare dies
A clouded leopard which was snared in Kampot province has died due to its injuries. Last week, the clouded leopard was removed from a snare in Teuk Chhou district and later taken in by local police. ...
Sen David
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50900525/clouded-leopard-rescued-from-snare-dies/
$2.4 million bag and shoe factory gets CDC’s nod
The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has approved a new garment factory in Kandal province. Auspicious Bag and Shoes Accessories Co Ltd is investing $2.4 million in the project at Kraing Makak in Ang Snuol district. ...
Michael Firn
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50920851/2-4-million-bag-and-shoe-factory-gets-cdcs-nod/
$30 million ADB financing to support Cambodia’s COVID-19 response
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $30 million in financing to help strengthen Cambodia’s health system amid a surge in new infections and sustained community transmission of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), said ADB in a press release. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50948240/30-million-adb-financing-to-support-cambodias-covid-19-response/
Preah Sihanouk building a dozen beachside coastguard towers
Preah Sihanouk provincial authorities are inspecting and selecting locations for the construction of 12 additional coastguard towers from Ochheuteal to Chum Teav Mao beaches in Sihanoukville to rescue people involved in any incidents in the water. ...
Voun Dara
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/preah-sihanouk-building-dozen-beachside-coastguard-towers
Tax collection exceeds $2.56 billion for first 11 months
The General Department of Taxation collected $2.56 billion in tax revenue between January to November this year, exceeding the 2021 targeted plan. Officials and key insiders said the exceeding revenue in the tax sector reflected the government’s efforts on efficient tax collection and the business ...
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50988560/tax-collection-exceeds-2-56-billion-for-first-11-months/
Koh Kong aims to develop province’s coastal islands
Koh Kong provincial authorities are compiling detailed data on the 23 islands in the province to facilitate the development of them as the number of tourists is on the increase and businesses continue to show interest in investing heavily in the islands. ...
Lay Samean
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/koh-kong-aims-develop-provinces-coastal-islands
Japan funds environmental awareness, child protection programmes
The Japanese government has provided more than $800,000 in funding to two Japanese NGOs, under its grant assistance framework. The NGOs are engaged in raising awareness of environment issues and eliminating violence against children in schools. ...
Ranger Station set ablaze by local villagers
In an unusual turn of events, over 350 people in the village and commune of Sre Chis in O’Krieng Senchey district, Kratie province, have damaged a ranger station. The incident occurred on August 5, with no casualties reported. ...
Long Kimmarita
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/ranger-station-set-ablaze-local-villagers
Pepper exports decline 30% Jan-Aug
Cambodia has experienced a 30 per cent decline in pepper exports in the first eight months of 2023, exporting over 5,000 tonnes, compared to the same period in 2022, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. ...
Van Socheata
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/pepper-exports-decline-30-jan-aug
Japan cashew sales may resume September
Cambodia’s sole exporter of cashew nuts to Japan is set to resume shipments in mid-September, after it sent its last consignment in March, before Tokyo began requesting an additional certificate, a requirement it had waived in light of Covid-19, according to the enterprise’s owner. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/japan-cashew-sales-may-resume-september
Cambodia to assess student learning to strengthen post-COVID recovery efforts
In June, the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MoEYS) started their participation in the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), a significant step towards understanding student learning outcomes, taking stock of what learners know, gauging the readiness of Cambodia’s youth for the future and ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501143578/cambodia-to-assess-student-learning-to-strengthen-post-covid-recovery-efforts/
Innovative fishway addresses Siem Reap fishery challenges
In a significant move towards sustainable fisheries in Cambodia, the Sleng Fishway in Siem Reap’s Kralanh district, the country’s first fishway, was formally unveiled on November 1. ...
Post Staff
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/innovative-fishway-addresses-siem-reap-fishery-challenges