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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, ...
ARDB injects over $500M into nationwide agricultural sector
The state-backed Agricultural and Rural Development Bank (ARDB) has disbursed more than $500 million in loans to farmers, agricultural cooperatives and agribusinesses nationwide to support the agricultural sector, its CEO Kao Thach said. ...
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502015620/ardb-injects-over-500m-into-nationwide-agricultural-sector/
Kingdom seeks global partners for mineral boom
The Minister of Mines and Energy (MME) Keo Rottanak Friday highlighted the need for international partnerships to unlock Cambodia’s mineral resources, saying the sector requires foreign investment, technology, processing capacity and access to international markets. ...
Nhean Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502015606/kingdom-seeks-global-partners-for-mineral-boom/
Siem Reap fair opens new markets for local products
To help local farmers, SMEs, and innovative entrepreneurs scale their businesses, Siem Reap province launched an exciting three-day trade and product exhibition from August 28-30. ...
Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502015604/siem-reap-fair-opens-new-markets-for-local-products/
Kep, Takeo promote investment opportunities at Lancang-Mekong forum
Two provincial leaders took the stage at the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) River-Source Dialogue forum in China to showcase the massive economic potential of Kep and Takeo provinces. Focusing on tourism, agriculture, and industry, they underscored the game-changing role the Funan Techo Canal will play in ...
Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502015610/kep-takeo-promote-investment-opportunities-at-lancang-mekong-forum/
Angkor ticket sales down one-third; official says slow Covid recovery exasperated by border conflict
Approximately 470,000 foreigners purchased tickets to visit the Angkor Archaeological Park during the first eight months of 2026, a decline of nearly one-third compared with the same period in 2025. Nonetheless, ticket sales generated $22.54 million in revenue. ...
Over 700 Cambodian retailers drive domestic push as Thai imports plunge
A sharp 37.5 percent decline in imports from Thailand has spurred over 700 supermarkets and marts to stock domestic goods, creating an opportunity for local SMEs to scale production and capture market share. ...
Yatt Malai
https://kiripost.com/stories/over-700-cambodian-retailers-drive-domestic-push-as-thai-imports-plunge
Cambodia's new mine action policy targets war remnants; Singapore backs initiative
Cambodian Senior Minister and First Vice President of the Cambodian Mine Action and Victim Assistance Authority (CMAA), H.E. Dr. Ly Thuch, announced that the Royal Government of Cambodia has officially adopted and implemented the National Mine Action Policy for 2026-2035. ...
Rithy Reak
https://akp.gov.kh/post/detail/380018
New Kampong Speu logistics complex tipped to attract investors
Economists and business insiders have described the presence of the upcoming Phnom Penh Logistics & Industrial Complex (PPLC) as a “magnet” that will help encourage greater foreign direct investment in the country in the future. Cambodia currently has nearly 40 special economic zones (SEZs) in ...
Hin Pisei
https://phnompenhpost.com/business/new-kampong-speu-logistics-complex-tipped-to-attract-investors/
AHF: Cambodian debt not alarming, but global reforms needed to protect health spending
Cambodia is not yet facing the severe debt pressures affecting some developing countries, particularly in Africa, but reforms to the global debt system are needed to prevent debt repayments from squeezing investment in healthcare, education and social protection, according to AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Cambodia. ...
Raksmey Hong
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/ahf-cambodian-debt-not-alarming-but-global-reforms-needed-to-protect-health-spending/
US market absorbs nearly half of total Cambodian exports
The US remains the largest market for Cambodian goods, with exports to the US exceeding $9 billion in the first seven months of 2026, accounting for nearly half of Cambodia’s total export earnings from shipments to markets around the world. ...
Hin Pisei
https://phnompenhpost.com/business/us-market-absorbs-nearly-half-of-total-cambodian-exports/
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
