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The 45th annual conference of the international association for impact assessment: Misinformation, disinformation, communication, & impact assessment
Impact assessment is the systematic process of identifying, predicting, and evaluating the potential environmental, social, and economic effects of a proposed initiative before it is implemented. An effective assessment requires stakeholder engagement through an approach based on trust, clear communication, and transparency. Understanding misinformation, disinformation, effective communication, and impact assessment is crucial for maintaining public trust, preserving democratic institutions, and making informed decisions. It needs to ensure that communities receive accurate, reliable, and evidence-based data to support institutions in building trust while minimizing panic during crises like natural disasters. This is the systematic process of evaluating the potential effects of policies, projects, or environmental changes, which requires fact-based dialogue and measuring impacts to ensure that public fears, misconceptions, or “fake news” do not derail necessary community developments or legal processes. From 19-22 May 2026, a board member of Open Development Cambodia Organization (ODC) attended the 45th Annual Conference of the International Association for Impact Assessment (IAIA26) under the theme of “Misinformation, Disinformation, ...
Culture minister thanks US for artefact repatriation support
Minister of Culture and Fine Arts Phoeurng Sackona has expressed her gratitude to the US for its cooperation in the cultural sector and for the repatriation of looted Cambodian antiquities, with more than 900 items returned to date. ...
Niem Chheng
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/culture-minister-thanks-us-for-artefact-repatriation-support/
Press release on the situation of displaced persons and impact on civilian areas as of the morning of 30 August 2026
On 30 August 2026, Ministry of Interior issued a press release on the situation of displaced persons and impact on civilian areas as of the morning of 30 August 2026.The Ministry of Interior wishes to provide the following preliminary updates as of the morning of ...
Ministry of Interior
A new perspective of Beng Mealea Temple, thanks to ANA landscaping efforts
Visitors to Siem Reap province will soon enjoy better views and photo opportunities at the Beng Mealea Temple, after the APSARA National Authority (ANA) cleared the overgrown path to a scenic point known as “Preah Ang Phti”. ...
Niem Chheng
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/a-new-perspective-of-beng-mealea-temple-thanks-to-ana-landscaping-efforts/
US congressional delegation pledges support for broader cooperation with Cambodia
A US congressional delegation has pledged stronger support for efforts to expand cooperation between Cambodia and the US, while reaffirming Washington’s support for mine and unexploded ordnance clearance operations in Cambodia. ...
Chhorn Norn
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/us-congressional-delegation-pledges-support-for-broader-cooperation-with-cambodia/
Cambodia protests Thai ‘violations’ after heavy machinery deployed at border
Cambodia has filed a formal protest against what it described as Thailand’s ongoing violations of its sovereignty and territorial integrity, following the recent deployment of heavy construction equipment in Oddar Meanchey province. ...
Niem Chheng
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/cambodia-protests-thai-violations-after-heavy-machinery-deployed-at-border/
Phnom Penh declaration on solidarity for peace and shared prosperity: Strengthening international law and resolving conflicts peacefully
On 28 August 2026, Speakers and Representatives of Parliaments issued a Phnom Penh Declaration of the 2nd Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (ISC-2) under the theme: “Solidarity for Peace and Shared Prosperity: Strengthening International Law and Resolving Conflicts Peacefully”, held from 26–28 August 2026 in Phnom Penh, ...
Speakers and Representatives of Parliaments
Press release on diplomatic briefing on the progress of combating online scams in Cambodia
On 28 August 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on a diplomatic briefing on the progress of combating online scams in Cambodia.As an overall assessment, the Senior Minister acknowledged that while large-scale scam compounds have all been dismantled, criminal ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Press release on the outcomes of the second inter-parliamentary speakers' conference (ISC-2)
On 28 August 2026, Second Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (ISC-2) issued a press release on the outcome of the conference, hosted by the Kingdom of Cambodia and organized by the Senate of the Kingdom of Cambodia from 26 to 28 August 2026.The ISC-2 adopted the Phnom ...
Second Inter-Parliamentary Speakers' Conference
Press release on Cambodia protests against Thailand's persistent violations of Cambodian sovereignty and territorial integrity
On 27 August 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on the protest of Cambodia against Thailand’s persistent violations of Cambodian sovereignty and territorial integrity.The Royal Government of Cambodia strongly protests against the afore-mentioned activities, which constitute a clear violation ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Next month’s digital trade forum and online expo looks to advance e-commerce
The Ministry of Commerce is hoping to expand digital commerce in Cambodia through the 3rd Digital Trade Forum and Online Expo (3rd DTF), which will take place next month. ...
Commerce chamber president urges Cambodia to diversify exports
Amid growing global uncertainty, one of the Kingdom’s leading business leaders has declared that Cambodia needs to further broaden and diversify its markets to enhance competitiveness and create more export opportunities. ...
Hin Pisei
https://phnompenhpost.com/business/commerce-chamber-president-urges-cambodia-to-diversify-exports/
World parliamentary leaders gather in PP for peace summit
Parliamentary leaders and delegations from around the globe are in Phnom Penh for the 2nd Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (ISC-2), with Senate leaders describing the gathering as a platform to strengthen parliamentary diplomacy and promote peaceful solutions to conflicts. ...
Taing Rinith
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502012831/world-parliamentary-leaders-gather-in-pp-for-peace-summit/
Press release on Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn's meeting with His Excellency Crispin MBADU PHANZU, Minister Delegate in charge of Francophonie and Special Envoy of the President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
On 27 August 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn’s meeting with His Excellency Crispin MBADU PHANZU, Minister Delegate in charge of Francophonie and Special Envoy of the President of the Democratic Republic of ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Cambodia and Malaysia’s Selangor explore investment and business opportunities
Cambodia and Malaysia’s Selangor state have discussed investment opportunities, regulatory frameworks, and potential business cooperation to deepen economic ties and encourage cross-border investment. ...
Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502010500/cambodia-and-malaysias-selangor-explore-investment-and-business-opportunities/
ASEAN dialogue puts forward nine priorities to strengthen food security
The two-day Parliamentary Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue concluded yesterday with nine key recommendations aimed at promoting responsible investment in agriculture, including stronger legal frameworks, sustainable finance, technology adoption, support for smallholder farmers and a proposed ASEAN Food Bank. ...
Nhean Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502012716/asean-dialogue-puts-forward-nine-priorities-to-strengthen-food-security/
Air Cambodia launches new control centre to support fleet expansion
Air Cambodia on Monday inaugurated its new Airline Operations Control Center (AOC) at its headquarters in Phnom Penh, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s broader operational modernisation and growth strategy. ...
Nhean Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502012740/air-cambodia-launches-new-control-centre-to-support-fleet-expansion/
Cambodian garment exports up almost 10% Jan-July
Cambodia’s exports of garments and clothing accessories continue to show positive signs, with total export earnings reaching nearly $7 billion in the first seven months of 2026, up nearly 8% compared with the same period in 2025. The total accounted for one-third of Cambodia’s total ...
Hin Pisei
https://phnompenhpost.com/business/cambodian-garment-exports-up-almost-10-jan-july/
Hun Manet’s foreign policy tested by war, geopolitics
As wars, major-power rivalry and tensions with Thailand reshape Cambodia’s security environment, the government is expanding diplomacy by strengthening old alliances, cultivating new partners and defending sovereignty through international law. ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502011448/hun-manets-foreign-policy-tested-by-war-geopolitics/
Cambodia’s mid-year industrial output hits record $9.8B
Cambodia’s industrial sector recorded strong growth in the first six months of 2026, with total production exceeding $9.8 billion, according to a report released yesterday by the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation (MISTI). ...
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502011421/cambodias-mid-year-industrial-output-hits-record-9-8b/
MoC, Rachna Eco Energy discuss EV investment plans
Commerce Minister Cham Nimul met with Director General of Rachna Eco Energy EV Automotive (Cambodia) Co Ltd Oun Rachna, on Monday, and discussed the company’s business progress and its upcoming plans to expand electric vehicles (EVs) and clean energy development across Cambodia. ...
Pov Sothak
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502011998/moc-rachna-eco-energy-discuss-ev-investment-plans/
CSX market capitalisation rises to $3.1B as index rebounds
The securities market rebounded in June, with the Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX) Index climbing to 455.8 and total market capitalisation rising to 12,505 billion riels, equivalent to $3.1 billion, according to the Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) latest data. ...
Nhean Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502011415/csx-market-capitalisation-rises-to-3-1b-as-index-rebounds/
Manet lauds Northeastern investment initiative; more than 70 applications to date
Prime Minister Hun Manet has shared the success of the government’s “Special Programme to Promote Investment in the Four Northeastern Provinces of the Kingdom of Cambodia 2025–2028”. ...
Press release on Cambodia strongly protests against Thai Prime Minister's unauthorised visit to Cambodia's sovereign territory in Preah Vihear province
On 25 August 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on Cambodia’s strong protest against Thai Prime Minister’s unauthorised visit to Cambodia’s sovereign territory in Preah Vihear province.The Royal Government of Cambodia emphasizes that no legal right can arise from ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
