Government
PM vows to modernise Archives and preserve Khmer heritage
The government launched an exhibition yesterday to mark the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the National Archives, with Prime Minister Hun Manet pledging to conserve, protect and modernise Cambodia’s documentary heritage to safeguard historical evidence and the nation’s collective memory for future generations. ...
Torn Vibol
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502051318/pm-vows-to-modernise-archives-and-preserve-khmer-heritage/
Cambodia deepens strategic trade ties via WTO integration
Cambodia has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening international trade partnerships, expanding market opportunities and promoting inclusive economic development through its participation in the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) 10th Global Review of Aid for Trade, held in Geneva on October 29-30, according to a Ministry of ...
Pov Sothak
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502051332/cambodia-deepens-strategic-trade-ties-via-wto-integration/
Cambodia, China strengthen cultural tourism ties
Tourism Minister Huot Hak Tuesday promoted Cambodia as a secure travel destination at the 9th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo in China, urging international tourists to visit with confidence. ...
Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502051327/cambodia-china-strengthen-cultural-tourism-ties/
Govt partners with China for better early warning systems
Cambodia and China are seeking to deepen cooperation in meteorological services, with a focus on strengthening early warning systems, improving technical capacity and reducing the risks of weather-related disasters through the implementation of China’s MAZU solution. ...
Pov Sothak
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502050635/govt-partners-with-china-for-better-early-warning-systems/
15,000 step forward for military service; first 5,000 prepare for health checks
The Ministry of National Defence says 15,000 young Cambodians have volunteered for military service, exceeding the government’s recruitment target of 10,000 for 2026. The first 5,000-strong intake will undergo physical fitness and medical examinations on November 4. ...
Raksmey Hong
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/15000-step-forward-for-military-service-first-5000-prepare-for-health-checks/
NBC, BSP move to deepen central bank financial linkages
National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) Governor Chea Serey met with a delegation led by Bangko Sentral Ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli M Remolona Jr and discussed mutual concerns and continued collaborative efforts as the two central banks deepen financial linkage in Phnom Penh on Friday. ...
Giuseppe Ricapito
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502049985/nbc-bsp-move-to-deepen-central-bank-financial-linkages/
Nearly 8,000 Boeung Trakuon residents still unable to return to occupied homes
Nearly 8,000 Cambodian civilians from the Boeung Trakuon border checkpoint area of Banteay Meanchey province remain unable to return home more than 10 months after a ceasefire took effect, according to the Ministry of National Defence, which attributed their continued displacement to the Thai military ...
Raksmey Hong
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/nearly-8000-boeung-trakuon-residents-still-unable-to-return-to-occupied-homes/
Cambodia, China eye major road, rail and water deals
Cambodia and China have discussed cooperation on several priority infrastructure projects, including bridges, roads, railway systems and wastewater management, as the two countries seek to strengthen transport connectivity and support Cambodia’s long-term economic development. ...
Pov Sothak
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502049995/cambodia-china-eye-major-road-rail-and-water-deals/
Preah Sihanouk, Polish firms explore investment and business cooperation
Preah Sihanouk provincial leader sought to attract investment and strengthen cooperation with Polish companies in infrastructure, construction safety and technology as the coastal province stepped up efforts to expand international partnerships and promote its economic potential. ...
Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502049989/preah-sihanouk-polish-firms-explore-investment-and-business-cooperation/
Biometric voter registration under scrutiny ahead of commune elections
Cambodia’s biometric voter registration process is undergoing a transformation with political parties and election observers monitoring it, but noting inadequate publicity as the National Election Committee (NEC) updates voter registration ahead of the 2027 commune elections. ...
Khuon Narim
https://cambojanews.com/biometric-voter-registration-under-scrutiny-ahead-of-commune-elections/
Cambodia, Germany eye stronger SME alliances
Cambodia and Germany are seeking to strengthen cooperation in supporting local enterprises, improving quality infrastructure and promoting investment, as Cambodia works to enhance the competitiveness of its domestic industries ahead of its graduation from least developed country status. ...
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502048250/cambodia-germany-eye-stronger-sme-alliances/
Looted Khmer antiquities coming home to Kingdom
Eighteen Khmer artefacts and fragments dating from the 10th to 13th centuries have been presented to the Cambodian embassy in London ahead of their return to the Kingdom, where specialists will investigate their origins and historical connections to Cambodian communities. ...
Raksmey Hong
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/looted-khmer-antiquities-coming-home-to-kingdom/
AFD deepens Cambodia ties ahead of Francophonie summit
The French Development Agency (AFD) is planning new funding with the Ministry of Economy and Finance for artificial intelligence, electricity technology transfer, drinking water and sanitation, building on more than €1.5 billion in commitments since 1993 as Cambodia prepares to host the 20th Francophonie Summit ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502048294/afd-deepens-cambodia-ties-ahead-of-francophonie-summit/
China envoy marks 22nd anniversary of King Sihamoni’s coronation
Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia Wang Wenbin congratulated King Norodom Sihamoni on the 22nd anniversary of his coronation, highlighting the monarch’s contributions to peace, stability and development while reaffirming Beijing’s commitment to strengthening friendship and co-operation. ...
Torn Vibol
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502048290/china-envoy-marks-22nd-anniversary-of-king-sihamonis-coronation/
Govt warns against Red Cross emblem misuse
Journalists and social media creators must follow the law when using Red Cross and Red Crescent emblems to protect humanitarian missions, the Ministry of Information said. ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502048286/govt-warns-against-red-cross-emblem-misuse/
Cambodia plans Germany investment mission for early 2027
Cambodia plans to step up efforts to attract German investment through a business and investment mission to Germany in early 2027, featuring an investment forum and business-matching activities to connect Cambodian investment opportunities with German companies and investors. ...
Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502047548/cambodia-plans-germany-investment-mission-for-early-2027/
Cambodia rejects Thai claims over border temples
The Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts has firmly rejected claims by Thai Culture Minister Sabida Thaised that Khnar and Ta Krabey Temples are located in Thai territory, insisting that both sites lie securely within Cambodia’s sovereign borders and that any artefacts removed from them ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502047577/cambodia-rejects-thai-claims-over-border-temples/
Draft 2027 budget proposes $9.8 billion national spending, up 3.2%
The government has approved a draft 2027 budget that would raise national spending by 3.2%, while forecasting faster economic growth than the International Monetary Fund and World Bank expect. ...
Khuon Narim
https://cambojanews.com/draft-2027-budget-proposes-9-8-billion-national-spending-up-3-2/
Rapid industrial growth drives shift to agro-processing investment
With climate volatility threatening crop yields and global buyers demanding stricter food safety and sustainability standards, the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation (MISTI) is pushing the modernisation of Cambodia’s farm-to-table supply chain, which demands mobilising responsible and sustainable investment. ...
Chhorn Raksmey
https://kiripost.com/stories/rapid-industrial-growth-drives-shift-to-agro-processing-investment
Kingdom adds 366 new factories in 9 months
Cambodia registered 366 new factories in the first nine months of this year, bringing the total number of operational factories to 3,417, as the country continues to expand its industrial base and attract investment in manufacturing, according to the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and ...
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502046079/kingdom-adds-366-new-factories-in-9-months/
Candlelight Party and Khmer Will Party request Interior Ministry to specify reasons for rejecting alliance
Opposition parties, Candlelight Party and Khmer Will Party, on Monday called on the Interior Ministry to explain its refusal to recognise their alliance to enable them to make the changes to comply with the law and the ministry’s requirements. ...
One year after KL peace accord, border tensions, alleged Thai violation persist
Monday marked one year since the signing of the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord, with the U.S. Secretary of State reaffirming Washington’s commitment to the agreement, which he described as a significant diplomatic achievement. ...
Khuon Narim
https://cambojanews.com/one-year-after-kl-peace-accord-border-tensions-alleged-thai-violation-persist/
Cambodia, Japan mark 30 years of Angkor heritage conservation work
Cambodia and Japan highlighted three decades of cooperation in conserving Angkor’s cultural heritage and developing Cambodian experts, with the restoration of Angkor Wat’s western causeway serving as an example of their partnership. ...
Hang Punreay
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502046109/cambodia-japan-mark-30-years-of-angkor-heritage-conservation-work/
Govt revokes recognition of Khmer Will Party president
The Interior Ministry revoked recognition of Seng Marady as president of the Khmer Will Party after an inspection revealed that the process to remove previous president Sok Hach did not comply with the law and party statutes. ...
Buth Reaksmey Kongkea
http://khmertimeskh.com/502046105/govt-revokes-recognition-of-khmer-will-party-president/