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Cambodia rejects Thai media claims of preparing for armed conflict
Cambodia has rejected recent Thai media reports alleging that the country is preparing for a third armed conflict, describing the claims as incorrect and baseless. ...
Trump sends peace plan as Iran opens to 'non-hostile' oil vessels
US President Donald Trump sent a peace plan to Iran as he voiced optimism Tuesday at ending nearly a month of warfare, with Tehran announcing that it will let “non-hostile” oil vessels go through the crucial Strait of Hormuz. ...
Agence France-Presse (AFP)
https://cambodianess.com/article/trump-sends-peace-plan-as-iran-opens-to-non-hostile-oil-vessels
Office of Council of Ministers head lauds officials ‘patriotism, national solidarity, unity’
Vongsey Vissoth, Minister in charge of the Office of the Council of Ministers (OCM), has reiterated the vital role the OCM plays in the public sector, serving as the secretariat to the Royal Government in managing and leading the country, resolving major national issues, promoting ...
UN launches regional campaign in Phnom Penh targeting scam trafficking
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) on Thursday launched a regional campaign in Phnom Penh to raise awareness among young Cambodians and others about trafficking risks from recruitment into scam operations. ...
Seoung Nimol
https://cambojanews.com/un-launches-regional-campaign-in-phnom-penh-targeting-scam-trafficking/
Finance ministry clarify VAT relief on gasoline, diesel
The Ministry of Economy and Finance has issued updated guidelines to fuel importers and distributors to ensure the implementation of the government’s measure to reduce the Value Added Tax (VAT) burden on the supply of petroleum products, specifically regular gasoline and diesel. ...
Chhorn Norn
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/finance-ministry-clarify-vat-relief-on-gasoline-diesel
Bavet city landfill facility officially inaugurated under livable cities project
A new landfill facility in Bavet city, Svay Rieng province, developed under the Livable Cities Investment Project, was officially inaugurated on Monday to improve solid waste management and environmental sanitation. ...
Over 74,000 tourists attend three-day equinox event at Angkor
More than 74,000 national and international tourists visited the Angkor Archaeological Park over three days, from Mar. 21 to 23, to witness and photograph the Angkor Equinox, according to the APSARA National Authority. ...
Cambodia protests Thai army’s continued violation of territorial sovereignty
Thai armed forces have allegedly continued to encroach and unlawfully occupy Cambodia’s sovereign land along disputed border areas despite agreeing to a ceasefire last December, a move an analyst describes as “grave violation” of international law. ...
Khuon Narim
https://cambojanews.com/cambodia-protests-thai-armys-continued-violation-of-territorial-sovereignty/
APD Bank outage fuels transparency fears as government seeks calm
Fears over transparency in Cambodia’s banking sector have intensified after a Phnom Penh bank briefly suspended services and capped transfers, with experts warning that disruptions could trigger wider panic following recent license revocations and bank liquidations. ...
Seoung Nimol
https://cambojanews.com/apd-bank-outage-fuels-transparency-fears-as-government-seeks-calm/
Education minister: ‘International Francophonie Day demonstrates solidarity with French-speaking community’
Deputy Prime Minister Hang Chuon Naron has described the celebration of International Francophonie Day as “reflecting Cambodia’s commitment and deep solidarity with the French-speaking community, alongside diverse nations” — especially the younger generation, who he called a driving force in promoting development and the future ...
Tina: Agricultural sector demonstrates resilience, contributes over one-eighth of national economy
Despite numerous global and regional challenges, Cambodia’s agricultural sector has demonstrated resilience and notable progress, playing a vital role in ensuring food security, creating jobs and supporting national economic growth, according to Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Dith Tina. ...
Mobile, internet providers commit to preventing, combatting online crimes
The Kingdom’s mobile, internet and other telecommunications operators expressed their commitment to joining the fight against online scams during a meeting with the Minister of Post and Telecommunications. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/mobile-internet-providers-commit-to-preventing-combatting-online-crimes
Srepok hydropower dam needs more study after capacity increased, NGOs say
Civil society organizations and communities urged relevant parties, especially Royal Group of Companies, to conduct further environmental and social impact assessment studies relating to a planned hydropower dam project on the Srepok River in northeastern Cambodia. ...
Khuon Narim
https://cambojanews.com/srepok-hydropower-dam-needs-more-study-after-capacity-increased-ngos-say/
Why tariffs aren’t the biggest factor holding back US-Asean trade
Trump’s flashy tariffs get the attention, but non-tariff barriers are what truly kill competition and leave firms and consumers worse off. ...
Tourism ministry launches mobile video contest to promote Angkor equinox event
The Ministry of Tourism has announced a video competition using mobile phones to promote the Angkor Equinox event under the theme “Angkor Wonders.” ...
Foreign ministry reissues call for Thais to cease ‘illegal activities’ on Kingdom’s soil
Cambodia has repeated its protests against “numerous illegal activities” being conducted by the Thai government in at least 15 locations on Cambodian territory. The areas have been occupied since the December 27 ceasefire. ...
Government builds temporary housing for thousands of displaced families ahead of rainy season
Around 3,000 temporary houses would be constructed in three provinces to accommodate the remaining displaced families before the rainy season as existing displacement centers continue to endure extreme heat and requests for essential infrastructure at new sites. ...
Seoung Nimol
https://cambojanews.com/government-builds-temporary-housing-for-thousands-of-displaced-families-ahead-of-rainy-season/
Thailand to build fence along parts of Cambodian border for ‘peace of mind’
The military plans to add permanent walls and electronic fences equipped with sensors and CCTV cameras to the 1.3km barrier. ...
Cambodia, Denmark eye stronger cooperation ahead of 60th anniversary of ties
Cambodia’s Acting Head of State Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen on Monday highlighted the forthcoming 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Cambodia and Denmark, expressing hope for further expansion of bilateral cooperation, a Senate spokesperson said. ...
Heng Panha
https://www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/364976
Cambodia’s “Say No to Fake News” campaign hailed as success, gains regional recognition
Cambodia’s “Say No to Fake News” (#SayNotoFakeNews) campaign has been hailed as a success, attracting the participation of around nine million people and reaching millions more across the country and abroad. ...
Cambodia vows 'Uninterrupted' diplomacy to defend sovereignty after Thai incursions
The Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) is conducting “active and uninterrupted” diplomatic missions both domestically and internationally to defend its territorial integrity and protect citizens from the violations by Thai armed forces, a Royal Government spokesman confirmed on Sunday. ...
K. Rithy Reak
https://www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/364932
Korea Invites Cambodian delegation to promote Kingdom’s investment potential
Kim Chang Yong, South Korean ambassador to Cambodia, has invited a Cambodian delegation to visit Korea this coming June to promote the Kingdom’s investment landscape, potentially attracting Korean investors. ...
Nationwide health facility, immunisation tracking system launched
Two Cambodian ministries have announced the launch of a system that displays the locations of private medical facilities, specifying their service types and license validity, along with a tracking system that records the types of vaccines an individual has received. This comes as part of ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/nationwide-health-facility-immunisation-tracking-system-launched
Cambodia, South Korea ink tax information MoU
Tax cooperation between Cambodia and the Republic of Korea is expected to improve after Cambodia’s General Department of Taxation (GDT) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the National Tax Service of the Republic of Korea on the exchange of information for tax purposes. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/cambodia-south-korea-ink-tax-information-mou