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Prime Minister Hun Manet cited the five-point approach to good governance left by his predecesessor Hun Sen as the reason for the recent dismissal of Kep town governor Kheng Yon. ...

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries said the recent series of dead pigs could not definitively be attributed to African swine fever (ASF), noting that expert officials had taken samples for testing in Phnom Penh. ...

Minister of Education, Youth and Sport Hang Chuon Naron has introduced model primary school standards, unveiling a document on child development linked to primary education and an accelerated first-year Khmer language textbook. ...

Cambodia on Saturday reported a sharp rise in its export to Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) member countries last year despite a slowdown in global demand. ...

Cambodia will host the 6th Asian Youth Para Games, following the 5th Asian Youth Games in 2029, according to a press release of the National Paralympic Committee of Cambodia. ...

Thailand and Cambodia will form a joint task force to fight transboundaryhaze pollution at a planned meeting between Prime Minister SretthaThavisinand his Cambodian counterpart, Hun Manet in Thailand on Feb 7. ...

The Embassy of Japan in Cambodia (EoJ), the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) are examining possibilities of supporting various sectors including enhancing the development of the education system, technology, human resources development, navigation skills, modernisation curriculum and ...

Thirty-seven transport and bus companies had their licences revoked by the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) because they have failed to renew their business licences. ...

The National Assembly (NA) of Cambodia, through the Committee on Foreign Affairs, Cooperation, and Information in collaboration with the Asian Vision Institute (AVI), held a seminar on “Cambodia-Europe Relations in Regional Connection and Peace” at the National Assembly on Friday. ...

Cambodia’s imports of diesel fuel and petroleum oil declined by 7.6 percent in 2023, according to a report from the General Department of Customs and Excise on Sunday. ...

The government declared that it would carry out the drug war plan throughout the year to ensure social safety, public order, and security, as well as to support the growth of young resources and foster a more hospitable society. ...

Li Shulei, head of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, led a CPC delegation to Cambodia from Saturday to Sunday, saying China is ready to work with Cambodia to strengthen communication and cultural cooperation to build an exemplary model ...

South Korean investors have shown a strong interest in expanding their investment in the automotive sector, according to the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC). ...

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has issued a warning to relevant authorities and residents, urging vigilance to prevent wildfires during the current dry season. ...

The government has extended cash assistance programmes for vulnerable households in the ongoing fight against Covid-19 until March 2024, with some adjustments. ...

Cambodia’s 2023 election year was marked by attacks against government critics and independent media, according to a 2024 global Human Rights Watch (HRW) report published Thursday. ...

On 14 January 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press statement on Foreign Ministry spokesperson reaffirms adherence to One-China policy on their official website.According to the press,  the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation reiterated Cambodia’s ...

On 13 January 2024, the Ministry of Tourism issued a press release on the outcome of the official opening ceremony “2024 Cambodia-China People-to-People Exchange Year” on their official social media site. According to the press release, the event is designed to enhance tourism and cultural connectivity ...

On 11 January 2024, the Ministry of Interior of Cambodia released a public announcement on the obligations of associations and non-governmental organizations after notifying that some associations and non-governmental organizations haven’t complied correctly with regulations.The Ministry of Interior has reminded all registered domestic associations and ...

The Open Development Cambodia Organization (ODC) team conducted a seven-day field trip from December 06-12, 2023, focusing on mining activities around the Prey Lang area within four provinces: Kratie, Stung Treng, Preah Vihear, and Kampong Thom Province. During the trip, ODC held meetings with various ...

South Korean investors have shown a strong interest in expanding their investment in the automotive sector, according to the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC). ...

The Ministry of Mines and Energy is conducting a campaign to shut down illegal gold mining operations in Tbong Khmum province’s Memot district. ...

Cambodia’s national examination committee is set to crack down on applicants using fake high school certificates for health sector degree exams. ...

The Ministry of Information has introduced new restrictions on alcohol advertising, while the Ministry of Health warned people to limit their intake of alcohol, noting that excess drinking takes a serious toll on public health and the economy, as well as society as a whole. ...