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Cambodian authorities have rejected recent claims made by Thai media alleging provocations by Cambodian troops along the Trat border, calling the reports inaccurate and misleading. ...

The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) has called on the public to remain vigilant against online scams involving the PAI or Paipay application, stressing that the app is not licensed to operate in Cambodia.   ...

Surveys show mounting hardship among returning migrant workers, with only about 7,000 hired by factories while some have been forced to accept low-skill jobs returnees, despite official claims that 650,000 migrants have secured jobs. ...

In the last two years, the government has approved special incentives for 467 projects worth more than $8.18 billion in Sihanoukville to revive the city’s unfinished buildings, according to the Chairman of the Investment Promotion Working Group, with 18 additional projects currently underway.   ...

On 23 March 2026, Ministry of Commerce issued a notice on Digital capacity building and promotion of Cambodian products to international markets through CambodiaTrade.com.The notice informs about the implementation of the project “Digital capacity building and promotion of Cambodian products to international markets through CambodiaTrade.com,” ...

On 25 March 2026, Phnom Penh Department of Water Resources and Meteorology issued a notice on weather conditions in Phnom Penh capital.The notice stated that from March 26 to April 7, 2026, Phnom Penh will experience a heatwave with maximum temperatures ranging from 37°C to ...

On 24 March 2026, National Bank of Cambodia issued a press release on the illegal status of PAI or PaiPay application.The release clarified that PAI or PaiPay is not a licensed mobile payment service under the National Bank of Cambodia and warned the public about ...

On 25 March 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a statement on responding to media enquiries regarding recent developments on the Cambodia–Thailand border.The statement reaffirmed Cambodia’s commitment to international law and peaceful dispute resolution, highlighted the role of the Joint Boundary Commission ...

The Royal Embassy of the Kingdom of Cambodia in the Republic of Korea is collaborating with the Korea Disabled Welfare Association (KDWA) to enhance accessibility and communication for people with visual and hearing impairments. ...

Cambodia and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation and strengthening their comprehensive partnership during a meeting in Phnom Penh. ...

A leading Chinese state-owned enterprise — Guangxi State Farms Mingyang Starch Development Co., Ltd. — has expressed its intention to increase cassava purchases from Cambodia to one million tonnes per annum. The company is also studying the feasibility of establishing a value-added processing factory directly ...

Cambodia’s State Secretariat of Border Affairs on Thursday rejected a Thai Senate committee recommendation, reported by Thai media, to revoke a decades-old border survey agreement that regained relevance after deadly clashes between the neighbors last year. ...

Cambodia’s clean water supply has increased by 80 per cent nationwide, rising from approximately 309 million cubic metres in 2018 to about 556 million cubic metres in 2025, according to Minister of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation Hem Vanndy. ...

Minister of Environment Eang Sophalleth announced the official launch of the Kingdom’s first “carbon neutral community”, yesterday, March 26. The Koh Sralao natural protected community area — in Kohn Kong province — will be the first of its kind not just in Cambodia, but the ...

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. ...