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New strategic roadmap expected to reduce plastic waste by up to 74%, says environment ministry
The Ministry of Environment officially launched the “Cambodia Plastic Action Roadmap” on January 20. The ministry expressed the expectations that it will help reduce to plastic pollution by up to 74%, cut greenhouse gas emissions by 40% and achieve an estimated 37% cost savings for ...
Safe factory worker transport programme expands to Kampong Chhnang
Two ministries have announced the expansion of a pilot programme to improve the comfort and safety of vehicles transporting factory workers, as well as to improve the inspections of transport vehicles, in Kampong Chhnang province. It is the second province selected for the initiative, which ...
Post Staff
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/safe-factory-worker-transport-programme-expands-to-kampong-chhnang
Press release: Cambodia protests against activities of Thai Armed Forces in occupied areas
On 21 January 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on Cambodia’s protests against activities of the Thai Armed Forces in the occupied areas.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has sent another formal protest against activities undertaken ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Readout on courtesy call by His Excellency Flavio Bonetti, newly appointed UNESCO Representative to Cambodia, on His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn
On 21 January 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a readout on the readout on courtesy call by His Excellency Flavio Bonetti, newly appointed UNESCO Representative to Cambodia, on His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn.The Deputy Prime Minister highlighted UNESCO’s ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Press release: The situation following the ceasefire agreement from 6:00 AM on 20 January to 6:00 AM on 21 January 2026
On 21 January 2026, the Ministry of Interior issued a press release on the situation following the ceasefire agreement from 6:00 AM on 20 January to 6:00 AM on 21 January 2026.Approximately 520,000 people, equivalent to about 80 percent of the total of more than ...
Ministry of Interior
Press release: Ambassador of Cambodia discusses cooperation with President of the Japan-Cambodia Association
On 21 January 2026, the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Japan issued a press release on His Excellency Mr. CHUM Sounry, Ambassador-Designate of the Kingdom of Cambodia to Japan, holding a meeting with His Excellency Mr. Takahashi Fumiaki, President of the Japan-Cambodia Association (JCA) and ...
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Japan
Announcement: Market interest rate for loans in 2025
On 20 January 2026, the General Department of Taxation issued an announcement on the market interest rate for loans in 2025.The General Department of Taxation would like to determine the market interest rate for loans in 2025 based on the average calculation of the average ...
General Department of Taxation
Announcement: Senate Standing Committee meeting
On 20 January 2026, the Secretariat General of the Senate issued an announcement on the Senate Standing Committee meeting.The Senate Standing Committee will hold a meeting at the Senate Palace, with the agenda as stated in the announcement. ...
Secretariat General of the Senate
Press release: Ambassador of Cambodia meets Secretary-General of the ASEAN-Japan Centre
On 20 January 2026, the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Japan issued a press release on the meeting of the Ambassador of Cambodia with the Secretary-General of the ASEAN-Japan Centre.Both sides exchanged views on strengthening future cooperation, including Cambodia’s support for the preparation of the ...
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Japan
Announcement: The progress of approving the signing of an agreement for the use and provision of health services between the National Social Security Fund and private health facilities
On 20 January 2026, the Social Security Regulator issued an announcement on the progress of approving the signing of an agreement for the use and provision of health services between the National Social Security Fund and private health facilities.As of the end of 2025, the ...
Social Security Regulator
Readout on the farewell courtesy call of His Excellency Buakeo Phumvongsay, Ambassador of the Lao People's Democratic Republic to Cambodia, to His Excellency PRAK Sokhonn, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Kingdom of Cambodia
On 20 January 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a readout on the farewell courtesy call of His Excellency Buakeo Phumvongsay, Ambassador of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to Cambodia, to His Excellency PRAK Sokhonn, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Readout on the farewell courtesy call of His Excellency Darmosumarto, Ambassador of Indonesia to Cambodia, to His Excellency PRAK Sokhonn, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Kingdom of Cambodia
On 20 January 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a readout on the farewell courtesy call of His Excellency Darmosumarto, Ambassador of Indonesia to Cambodia, to His Excellency PRAK Sokhonn, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Press release: The situation following the ceasefire agreement from 6:00 AM on 19 January to 6:00 AM on 20 January 2026
On 20 January 2026, the Ministry of Interior issued a press release on the situation following the ceasefire agreement from 6:00 AM on 19 January to 6:00 AM on 20 January 2026.As of the morning of 20 January 2026, there are 127,519 displaced persons, including ...
Ministry of Interior
Notice of response to Cambodia travel advisory issued by certain foreign missions in the Kingdom of Cambodia
On 19 January 2026, the Ministry of Tourism issued a notice of response to Cambodia travel advisory issued by certain foreign missions in the Kingdom of Cambodia.The Ministry of Tourism would like to reaffirm that the Kingdom of Cambodia remains a safe, secure, and stable ...
Ministry of Tourism
75 South Asians detained in Phnom Penh scam centre raids
A Joint force from the Phnom Penh Municipal Administration has detained a total of 75 foreigners suspected of involvement in prohibited activities, including conducting technology-related scam and immigration violations. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/75-south-asians-detained-in-phnom-penh-scam-centre-raids
Phnom Penh raid on ‘Secret House’ on 172 nets 300,000 vaping devices, accessories
The Phnom Penh Municipal Military Police raided a location referred to as the “Secret House” on the night of January 15, seizing over 300,000 vapes and accessories. The goods were estimated to be worth millions of dollars. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/phnom-penh-raid-on-secret-house-on-172-nets-300-000-vaping-devices-accessories
Cambodia urges Thailand to end culture of blame-shifting on air-quality issues
The Ministry of Environment has rejected a report by Thai media outlet The Nation which claimed that air pollution in Bangkok originates from fires in Cambodia, describing it as an attempt to “shift the blame onto Cambodia”. ...
Svay Rieng authorities announce fresh scam crackdown, seek cooperation of landlords, casino owners
The Svay Rieng Provincial Administration has announced strict measures which aim to eradicate technology-based crimes from the province. ...
Thailand violates ceasefire by creating ‘new facts on the ground’ as civilians and businesses disrupted, says foreign ministry
Cambodia has accused Thailand of breaching agreed ceasefire and de-escalation measures by deploying razor wire and military forces inside Cambodian territory, actions the government says amount to creating “new facts on the ground” that undermine peace efforts and obstruct civilians from returning to their homes. ...
Press release: The situation following the ceasefire agreement from 6:00 AM on 18 January to 6:00 AM on 19 January 2026
On 19 January 2026, the Ministry of Interior issued a press release on the situation following the ceasefire agreement from 6:00 AM on 18 January to 6:00 AM on 19 January 2026.An additional 1,661 displaced persons returned to their homes. Therefore, out of a total ...
Ministry of Interior
Press release: The situation following the ceasefire agreement from 6:00 AM on 17 January to 6:00 AM on 18 January 2026
On 18 January 2026, the Ministry of Interior issued a press release on the situation following the ceasefire agreement from 6:00 AM on 17 January to 6:00 AM on 18 January 2026.An additional 3,041 displaced persons returned to their homes. Therefore, out of a total ...
Ministry of Interior
Press release: Digital Social Protection Platform wins gold medal at the ASEAN Digital Awards 2026
On 17 January 2026, the National Social Protection Council issued a press release on the winning of gold medal by the Digital Social Protection Platform at the ASEAN Digital Awards 2026.ASEAN Digital Ministers have decided and recognized that the Digital Social Protection Platform is the ...
National Social Protection Council
Statement: The situation in Venezuela
On 17 January 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a statement of spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on the situation in Venezuela.Cambodia follows the developments in Venezuela with serious concerns. Cambodia strongly advocates for peace and ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Press release: Cambodia protests against Thai Armed Forces' actions
On 17 January 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on the protest of Cambodia against the actions of the Thai armed forces.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation registers Cambodia’s strong protest against the actions undertaken by ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
















