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In a further test of the resilience of civilians displaced by the border fighting in Preah Vihear province, heavy rainfall caused severe flooding at a temporary shelter in Kulen district. Authorities responded immediately, with heavy machinery opening new drainage channels and relieving the sodden civilians ...

Cambodia’s power sector has transitioned from near-total dependence on fossil fuels more than three decades ago to a system where more than 63 per cent of electricity is now generated from clean energy sources, according to Minister of Mines and Energy Keo Rottanak. ...

Cambodia has reaffirmed its readiness to host the 20th Francophonie Summit in November, using an extraordinary ministerial conference in Paris to assure member states that preparations are on track for what the government describes as a historic diplomatic milestone. ...

Pursat province’s Me Teuk Bridge, also known as Victory Bridge, was destroyed on December 13, 2025, when it was struck by seven 230-kilogramme bombs dropped by Thai fighter jets, during the second round of last year’s border clashes.   ...

China is expected to supply fuel and chemical fertilizers to Cambodia as Middle East tensions rise again following the US-Iran conflict which caused energy prices to skyrocket over the last few months. ...

The Cambodian Ministry of Information has strongly protested what it described as “repeated violations” after Thai personnel allegedly escorted foreign journalists, including Australia’s ABC News, into the O’Smach area without prior notification or permission from Cambodian authorities. ...

A bright-eyed pileated gibbon, an endangered species, has been born in Siem Reap province’s Angkor Forest, bringing the total population to 15 individuals. The pileated gibbons, along with nearly 100 other native animals that were previously released into the archaeological park, play an important role ...

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF), under the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training, together with their partners, is conducting a population projection for Cambodia covering the period 2024–2100. The goal is to obtain reliable demographic data to support the design of social security benefit ...

Cambodia’s ruling party has called for stronger ethical governance of artificial intelligence (AI), greater investment in human capital and closer regional cooperation, as Asian political parties grapple with the opportunities and risks posed by rapidly advancing AI technologies. ...

On 28 June 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn to lead the 47th extraordinary ministerial conference of the Francophonie in Paris.His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn, Minister of Foreign Affairs ...

On 25 June 2026, Morisonkak MKA Audit-Accounting CO, LTD issued a press release on the progress of the liquidation of Prince Bank and Panda Commercial BankAs the liquidator appointed by the National Bank of Cambodia, Morisonkak MKA Audit-Accounting CO, LTD would like to inform the ...

On 23 June 2026, Ministry of Commerce issued an announcement on the retail prices of fuel at stations for implementation from 30 June 2026.The notice stated that the retail price of regular gasoline (Gasoline 92) is 4,050 riel/liter and diesel (Gasoil 10ppm) is 4,000 riel/liter, ...

Hun Sen, president of the Cambodian People’s Party, has declared that the link between his party and the people is rooted in the essence of the nation, which nothing can destroy, and which is an essential factor in all national victories. ...

Cambodia has lodged another formal diplomatic protest against Thailand, accusing Thai armed forces of carrying out fresh incursions into Cambodian territory in Oddar Meanchey province. Phnom Penh urged Bangkok to halt the activities and resume peaceful border demarcation efforts.​   ...

Authorities have reclaimed 14 of an estimated 18 hectares of illegally cleared state forest land in Kampong Thom province’s O’Chamlorng Tai area of Mean Rith commune, Sandan district. Legal proceedings are ongoing for the remining four hectares, with investigations ongoing to identify those behind the ...

On 25 June 2026, NGO Forum on Cambodia (NGOF) issued a press release on Cambodia unites civil society, government and international partners to shape the ASEAN enabling masterplan post-2025.The Disability Youth Network Organization (DYNO), Cambodian Disabled People’s Organisation (CDPO) ADF Steering Committee Cambodia, and NGO ...

The Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the treason convictions and 14-year prison sentences of journalists Phorn Sopheap and Pheap Pheara, rejecting their final appeal in a case condemned by rights groups and press organizations. ...

Marine scientists warn that an approaching El Niño, combined with rising global temperatures, could trigger marine heatwaves, harmful algae blooms and oxygen loss in Cambodia’s coastal waters, threatening biodiversity, fisheries and the livelihoods of coastal communities. ...

On 24 June 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on Cambodia strongly protests Thailand’s continued violations of Cambodia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.The Royal Government of Cambodia would like to formally protest Thailand’s continued violations of Cambodia’s sovereignty and territorial ...

On 23 June 2026, Ministry of Commerce issued an announcement on the retail prices of fuel at stations for implementation from 23 June 2026.The notice stated that the retail price of regular gasoline (Gasoline 92) is 4,350 riel/liter and diesel (Gasoil 10ppm) is 4,250 riel/liter, ...

On 22 June 2026, Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications (MPT) issued a notice on the official launch of the “Developer Portal -Phase I”.The Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications (MPT) would like to inform you that in order to contribute to improving the quality and interoperability ...

On 22 June 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on Cambodia and Japan signing an exchange of letters on the provision of a concessionary yen loan for the project to rehabilitate the irrigation system and water relief system in ...

On 16 June 2026, Ministry of Commerce issued an announcement on the retail prices of fuel at stations for implementation from 16 June 2026.The notice stated that the retail price of regular gasoline (Gasoline 92) is 4,600 riel/liter and diesel (Gasoil 10ppm) is 4,700 riel/liter, ...

On 16 May 2026, State Secretariat of Border Affairs issued a press release on sending several diplomatic requests to the Thai JBC committee, but the Thai side frequently requests delays.The State Secretariat of Border Affairs would like to inform all Cambodian and international public that ...