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Press release on citizens who have been affected by the Thai military's encirclement of land along the Cambodian-Thai border
On 8 April 2026, Banteay Meanchey Provincial Administration issued a press release on citizens who have been affected by the Thai military’s encirclement of land along the Cambodian-Thai border.The Banteay Meanchey provincial administration would like to inform the public, citizens who have been affected by ...
Banteay Meanchey Provincial Administration
Press release on photo exhibition celebrating 65 years of Cambodia-Cuba diplomatic relations
On 21 April 2026, Ministry of Information issued a press release on photo exhibition celebrating 65 years of Cambodia-Cuba diplomatic relations.April 21, 2026-The General Department of Agence Kampuchea Presse (AKP) of the Ministry of Information, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Cuba ...
Ministry of Information
Cambodia and China to hold first “2+2” dialogue in Phnom Penh
On April 21, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MFAIC) announced in a statement that Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn and Defence Minister Tea Seiha will meet with their Chinese counterparts, Wang Yi and Dong Jun, to co-chair the inaugural “2+2” Strategic Dialogue. ...
Mon Sokeo
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodia-and-china-to-hold-first-22-dialogue-in-phnom-penh
CHRC pushes back against ‘Scambodia’ label, citing human rights, national dignity concerns
The Cambodian Human Rights Committee (CHRC) has formally called on The Wall Street Journal to review and correct what it described as a derogatory and harmful headline that labelled the country “Scambodia”, warning that such language risks undermining the dignity and rights of the Cambodian ...
Raksmey Hong
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/chrc-pushes-back-against-scambodia-label-citing-human-rights-national-dignity-concerns/
51 years on: From Khmer Rouge atrocities to justice, and reflections of commemorations
April 17 marks the 51st anniversary of the rise to power of the Khmer Rouge regime, a date widely regarded as one of the darkest turning points in Cambodia’s modern history. ...
Raksmey Hong
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/51-years-on-from-khmer-rouge-atrocities-to-justice-and-reflections-of-commemorations/
KOICA, labour ministry announce new workforce development agreement
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and Cambodia’s Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training have signed a Record of Discussions on the “Skilled Workforce Development to Meet Industry Demands in Cambodia”. ...
Chhorn Norn
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/koica-labour-ministry-announce-new-workforce-development-agreement/
Press release on the first meeting of the "2+2" strategic dialogue between foreign ministers and national defence ministers of Cambodia and China
On 21 April 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on on the first meeting of the “2+2” strategic dialogue between foreign ministers and national defence ministers of Cambodia and China.At the invitation of His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister PRAK ...
Ministry demands WSJ correction over cybercrime report, calls label ‘damaging’ to national dignity
Cambodia’s Ministry of Information has strongly criticised a recent report by The Wall Street Journal, accusing the publication of using “insulting” and “unprofessional” language that undermines the country’s dignity and misrepresents its efforts to combat cybercrime. ...
Sihanoukville stalled projects persist as scam crackdown reshapes economy
Sihanoukville is struggling to regain momentum. Once driven by Chinese investment, Cambodia’s coastal hub now faces a stalled construction sector, hit by weak capital inflows and uncertainty linked in part to an ongoing crackdown on online scam operations. ...
Seoung Nimol
https://cambojanews.com/sihanoukville-stalled-projects-persist-as-scam-crackdown-reshapes-economy/
Khmer New Year road falls by nine; still 17 too many
At least 17 people died in traffic accidents during the three days of the traditional Khmer New Year festival, from April 14 to 16. ...
Post Staff
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/khmer-new-year-road-falls-by-nine-still-17-too-many/
Formal protest against Thai border encroachments, Cambodia warns of sovereignty violations
Cambodia has formally protested continued activities by Thai armed forces that violate its sovereignty and territorial integrity along multiple sections of the shared border, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. ...
Raksmey Hong
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/formal-protest-against-thai-border-encroachments-cambodia-warns-of-sovereignty-violations/
Press release on the outcome of the working visit of Samdech Thipadei Prime Minister to the French Republic
On 9 April 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on the outcome of the working visit of Samdech Thipadei, the Prime Minister to the Republic of France.At the invitation of His Excellency Emmanuel Macron, President of the Republic of ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Announcement on the status of typhoon 4, Sinlaku
On 10 April 2026, Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology issued a notice on the status of Typhoon 4, Sinlaku.After monitoring, analyzing, and forecasting the weather conditions, the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology would like to inform the public that the low pressure in ...
Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology
Two Prey Veng monks arrested for child pornography offences
Two monks in Prey Veng province have been arrested and charged over their alleged involvement in producing and distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) involving minors under the age of 15, with the number of survivors currently unknown. ...
Meas Molika
https://kiripost.com/stories/two-prey-veng-monks-arrested-for-child-pornography-offences
Border conflict continues to impact Preah Vihear businesses, with $1.6M tourism revenue lost annually
Families living near Preah Vihear temple are struggling to survive, with many residents still unable to return home since the border fighting started, with a reported 345 businesses forced to close due to being destroyed or a loss in income as the 109,000 tourists who ...
ADHOC report flags rising freedom restrictions in 2025, official says inaccurate
Fundamental freedoms in Cambodia faced increasing restrictions in 2025 compared to the previous year, according to a new report by the Cambodia Human Rights and Development Association (ADHOC). ...
Thang Sinorn
https://kiripost.com/stories/adhoc-report-flags-rising-freedom-restrictions-in-2025-official-says-inaccurate
Kem Sokha treason appeal verdict due at later unspecified date, lawyer says
After two days of hearings on opposition leader Kem Sokha’s appeal of his treason conviction, his lawyer said on Thursday that a Phnom Penh court would issue a verdict at a later date, without specifying when. The Phnom Penh Appeal Court resumed Sokha’s appeal on ...
Khuon Narim
https://cambojanews.com/kem-sokha-treason-appeal-verdict-due-at-later-unspecified-date-lawyer-says/
Phnom Penh continues online scam raids despite missed deadline
As Cambodia races towards the end of April deadline to “eliminate” online scam networks nationwide and passes the March 30 target for the capital, the Governor of Phnom Penh has said it will take between one and two months to clear the city of scam ...
Chhim PichBormey
https://kiripost.com/stories/-continues-online-scam-raids-despite-missed-deadline
Final 30-day deadline issued for Prince Bank withdrawals
Prince Bank customers have been given a final 30-day deadline by liquidator Morison Kak MKA to claim and withdraw their funds or risk having unclaimed deposits processed under legal procedures. ...
Mao Sreypich
https://kiripost.com/stories/final-30-day-deadline-issued-for-prince-bank-withdrawals
French president confirms visit to Cambodia in november
French President Emmanuel Macron has confirmed he will visit Cambodia in November when Phnom Penh hosts the Francophonie Summit from November 14 to 16, 2026. ...
Chhorn Raksmey
https://kiripost.com/stories/french-president-confirms-visit-to-cambodia-in-november
Court resumes opposition leader Kem Sokha appeal after long delay
The Phnom Penh Appeal Court resumed opposition leader Kem Sokha’s appeal on Wednesday, his lawyer said, more than 18 months after the last hearing for the politician convicted of treason. ...
Khuon Narim
https://cambojanews.com/court-resumes-opposition-leader-kem-sokha-appeal-after-long-delay/
Statement on memorandum of understanding on the overlapping maritime claims of the continental shelf
On 8 April 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a statement on memorandum of understanding on the overlapping maritime claims of the continental shelf.In response to inquiries from various media outlets regarding Thailand’s consideration of withdrawing from the Memorandum of Understanding on ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Press release on diplomatic briefing on the enactment of the Cambodian law on combatting online scams
On 8 April 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on diplomatic briefing on the enactment of the Cambodian law on combatting online scams.The ministry hosted a briefing for members of the diplomatic corps and international organizations on Cambodian Law ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Ideathon: Building confidence through ideas
I remember it clearly. Two years ago, fresh out of high school, I tried applying for exchange programs and scholarships abroad for the first time. I was excited, nervous, and hopeful. Spoiler alert, I didn’t even get to submit a single application. Not because I ...
