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On 2 February 2026, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Ministry of Environment, and Conservation International issued a press release on the recording of a fishing cat for the first time in Pursat, Tonle Sap,​ evidence that wetland reforestation is working.A fishing cat (Prionailurus ...

On 2 February 2026, the Ministry of Interior issued a press release on the situation following the ceasefire agreement from 6:00 AM on 1 February to 6:00 AM on 2 February 2026 and the position of the Ministry of Interior of the Royal Government of ...

On 1 February 2026, the Ministry of Interior issued a press release on the situation following the ceasefire agreement from 6:00 AM on 31 January to 6:00 AM on 1 February 2026 and the position of the Ministry of Interior of the Royal Government of ...

On 31 January 2026, the State Secretariat of Border Affairs issued a press release on the meeting of the Cambodia-Thai Joint Border Commission (JBC).While awaiting the upcoming special meeting of the JBC and to expedite the implementation of the field work as agreed upon in ...

On 31 January 2026, the Ministry of Interior issued a press release on the situation following the ceasefire agreement from 6:00 AM on 30 January to 6:00 AM on 31 January 2026 and the position of the Ministry of Interior of the Royal Government of ...

On 30 January 2026, the Ministry of Interior issued a press release on the situation following the ceasefire agreement from 6:00 AM on 29 January to 6:00 AM on 30 January 2026 and the position of the Ministry of Interior of the Royal Government of ...

Artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed the way information is created and shared, but it has also intensified the spread of mis- and disinformation. As Cambodia prepares its Draft National AI Strategy (2025-2030), information integrity is an element that cannot be neglected.  It is against this backdrop that the panel discussion on ...

On 30 January 2026, the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation issued a press release on the organization of the 4th National Day of Science, Technology and Innovation 2026.Organized under the theme “Innovation for National Advancement,” the National STI Day 2026 aims to enhance ...

On 30 January 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on the outcomes of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat.The meeting emphasised the importance of ensuring that such engagement remains aligned with ASEAN priorities, responsive to current and emerging challenges, ...

After 25 years of training and employing young people from low-income families, impact sourcing pioneer Digital Divide Data (DDD) says it is shifting toward artificial intelligence (AI)-driven services to ensure Cambodian youth remain competitive in a rapidly changing global digital economy. ...

Cambodian authorities have expressed serious concerns after a cluster munition explosion injured three civilian workers in Oddar Meanchey province, underscoring the enduring humanitarian threat posed by explosive remnants of war (ERWs) left from past Thai aggression in the area. ...

Philippines Department of Foreign Affairs Secretary Theresa P. Lazaro was surprised as she wrapped up a press conference at the ASEAN Foreign Minister’s Retreat. No reporters from the pool asked about the Cambodia-Thailand conflict, which claimed more than a hundred lives. ...

The Ministry of Environment has raised serious concerns over the widespread use of hazardous chemicals in plastic products, following a global study showing that more than one-quarter of the chemicals used in plastic production pose risks to human health and ecosystems. ...

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has lodged a formal protest against “hostile actions” by the secretary-general of Thailand’s National Security Council directed at the president of the Cambodian Senate and the prime minister of Cambodia. ...

Cambodia and Thailand were unable to come to terms and sign the documents required to plan the next Regional Border Committee (RBC) meeting, reportedly due to disagreements on several key points. The impasse arrives after three days of discussions between the two Kingdom’s respective secretariat ...

Online scams are rapidly increasing in Cambodia and the region, causing not only financial loss but also emotional distress. Common scams include “cheap and affordable” items that never arrive, fake high-paying job offers, phishing links disguised as banks or delivery services, and even deepfake videos and forged documents. These scams exploit trust and ...

The Health Ministry has urged the public to be vigilant of the Nipah virus, outlining preventive measures, as India reported an outbreak in West Bengal with five confirmed cases and more than 100 people placed under quarantine, raising regional health concerns. ...

Minister of Health Chheang Ra has urged authorities and all relevant stakeholders to maintain a high level of vigilance to prevent and curb the importation of the Nipah virus into Cambodia, after the infectious disease was reported in several countries across Asia. ...

The president of the Cambodia Chamber of Commerce (CCC) has called on representatives of provincial and municipal chambers of commerce, as well as overseas representative offices, to work together to fulfil their mission as a bridge between the business community and the Royal Government’s strategic ...

An increase in import–export activities between Cambodia and its international partners in 2025 helped the General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE) collect more than $3 billion in customs revenue, equivalent to nearly 125% of the 2025 Budget Law. ...

Economists believe that the new “Transit Transportation of Agricultural Products through Laos” agreement, signed between Cambodia and Laos, will play a significant role in boosting the Kingdom’s agricultural export potential to Chinese markets, therefore reducing the bilateral trade deficit with China. ...

On 29 January 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release regarding the outcomes of the extended informal consultation on the implementation of the five-point consensus.His Excellency PRAK Sokhonn,​ Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation ...

On 29 January 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release regarding Cambodia’s protest against the legal complaint by Thai senior official.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has lodged a formal protest against the reported hostile action by ...

On 29 January 2026, the Ministry of Commerce and British Embassy in Cambodia issued a joint press release regarding the organization of the third Cambodia-UK Joint Trade and Investment Forum (Third JTIF).By convening the Third JTIF under the theme “Progressive Partnerships in a Shifting Global ...