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The State Secretariat of Border Affairs (SSBA) has firmly rejected each of the reasons and recommendations to revoke the MOU 2000 that have been offered by a Thai Senate ad hoc Committee, noting that they are unfounded and contravene international law. The secretariat suggested that ...

Five newly constructed school buildings in some of Cambodia’s most remote and conflict-affected areas were officially inaugurated on March 26, marking a major step in restoring access to education for hundreds of children whose learning was disrupted by the recent border clashes. ...

Cambodia has rejected what it described as misleading portrayals in Thai media regarding recent diplomatic engagement over Preah Vihear Temple, as international experts confirmed extensive and worsening damage to the UNESCO-listed site following armed incidents in 2025. ...

On 19 March 2026, Preah Vihear National Authority issued a press release on the results of the 11th plenary session of the international coordinating committee for the conservation and enhancement of the temple of Preah Vihear (ICC-Preah Vihear).The meeting discussed conservation and research activities at ...

Led by Mong Lamy and Teng Chankaruratha, a delegation of 10 Cambodian youths representing several political parties registered with the National Election Committee (NEC), including the ruling Cambodian People’s Party (CPP), and one civil society organisation, participated in the JENESYS Cambodia-Japan Young Politics-Oriented Exchange Programme. ...

The Cambodian government is stepping up reforms in the justice sector to improve court efficiency and restore public confidence, while acknowledging that case delays and irregularities within the courts remain key challenges.​ ...

On the morning of 04 March 2026, in the coastal district of Prey Nop, Preah Sihanouk province, a diverse group of stakeholders gathered with a shared purpose: to ensure that the stories, realities, and challenges of Cambodia’s coastal fishing communities are accurately reflected in data​ ...

On 26 March 2026, State Secretariat of Border Affairs issued a press release on the rejection of the cancellation of the 2000 MoU.The statement affirms that the MOU 2000 is a valid international agreement and serves as a framework for resolving border issues through the ...

On 25 March 2026, Ministry of Commerce issued a notice on retail fuel prices at stations for implementation from March 26, 2026.The notice sets retail fuel prices at KHR 5,450 per liter for regular gasoline (Gasoline 92) and KHR 7,100 per liter for diesel (Gasoil ...

Pich Piseth, leader of the Coalition-AI union at a garment factory in Preah Sihanouk province, was sentenced to two years in prison for incitement to commit a felony, the Phnom Penh Municipal Court said on Wednesday. ...

Vietnam’s Ambassador to Cambodia met the Commander-In-Chief of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces (RCAF) on Wednesday, reaffirming the neighboring countries’ commitment to deepening bilateral ties ahead of the traditional Khmer New Year. ...

Myanmar’s new military attaché to Cambodia has affirmed his commitment to further advancing relations and cooperation between the two countries’ armed forces, according to a Cambodian military statement released on Wednesday. ...

Cambodian Senior Minister H.E. Dr. Ly Thuch has requested the European Union (EU) to continue supporting the Kingdom’s vision toward becoming a nation free from the impact of landmines and explosive remnants of war (ERW), with a particular focus on clearing munitions left behind by ...

The​​ video of the reporter aiming to interview women standing along the Veng Sreng Boulevard has drawn criticism. ...

On 25 March 2026, Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training issued a notice on the recognition of the previous skills of former Cambodian workers from Thailand.Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training will organize the Recognition of Previous Skills (RPL) test for former Cambodian workers from ...

On 24 March 2026, Royal Government of Cambodia issued a notice by Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, on the celebration of the 4th National Day of Science, Technology and Innovation from 26 to 28 March 2026.The notice ...

Provincial authorities have clarified that the houses currently being built and allocated to Cambodians who have been displaced by the border fighting of last year are intended as temporary shelters only, not permanent replacements for their homes. ...

The Sihanoukville Autonomous Port (PAS) will be able accommodate larger vessels and significantly expand its container storage and transshipment capacity starting from the end of the first quarter of 2027, as construction of the Phase 1 New Container Terminal has now surpassed 60% completion. ...

A joint task force under the Phnom Penh Unified Command raided four separate locations in the capital’s Chroy Changvar district this March 24. Authorities took 15 Chinese nationals into custody. ...

Minister of Environment Eang Sophalleth has ordered stricter enforcement against natural resource crimes, as details emerged of a formal warning issued to the deputy director of the Mondulkiri Provincial Department of Environment for lack of responsibility. ...

Prime Minister Hun Manet has called for increased investment in research and development (R&D) and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), as Cambodia accelerates its shift toward an innovation-driven economy aimed at achieving high-income status by 2050.​ ...

In an effort to promote open data and strengthen the management of coastal resources, the Open Development Cambodia (ODC) team recently organized a consultation workshop in Kampot province to present and gather feedback on data and information related to community fisheries in Kep and Kampot ...

On 23 March 2026, Electricité du Cambodge issued an announcement on the energy-saving use of electrical equipment.In response to rising global fuel prices and hot weather conditions during the dry season. The announcement encourages customers and the public to reduce electricity consumption by limiting the ...

Cambodia and India have reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation across a wide range of sectors during a meeting in Phnom Penh. ...