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Vietnam, Cambodia pledge deeper ties as envoy delivers new year greetings
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. ...
K. Rithy Reak
https://www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/365874
New Myanmar military attaché vows stronger ties with Cambodia
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. ...
K. Rithy Reak
https://www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/365873
Cambodia urges EU mine clearance support
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 ...
K. Rithy Reak
https://www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/365875
Unethical reporting shames women on streets
The video of the reporter aiming to interview women standing along the Veng Sreng Boulevard has drawn criticism. ...
Teng Yalirozy
https://cambodianess.com/article/unethical-reporting-shames-women-on-streets
Notice on the recognition of the previous skills of former Cambodian workers from Thailand
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 ...
Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training
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
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 ...
Royal Government of Cambodia
Banteay Meanchey shelters temporary, displaced villagers will return home, say authorities
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. ...
Sihanoukville port on track to hit 1.45 million TEUs by 2027
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. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/sihanoukville-port-on-track-to-hit-1-45-million-teus-by-2027
Chroy Changvar raids see 15 Chinese scammers detained
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. ...
Hong Raksmey
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/chroy-changvar-raids-see-15-chinese-scammers-detained
Environment official issued warning as minister calls for stricter enforcement of forestry crimes
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. ...
Government ramps up R&D, AI push to drive innovation-led growth
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. ...
Hong Raksmey
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/government-ramps-up-r-d-ai-push-to-drive-innovation-led-growth
Consultation workshop on community fisheries data held in Kampot province
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 ...
Announcement on energy-saving use of electrical equipment
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 ...
Electricité du Cambodge
Cambodia, India seek to deepen cooperation across key sectors
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. ...
Samdech Techo Hun Sen congratulates Lao President on Re-election
Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, Acting Head of State of the Kingdom of Cambodia, has extended his sincere congratulations to H.E. Thongloun SISOULITH on his re-election as the President of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. ...
Prince bank customers collect funds two months after liquidation
More than two months after the liquidation of Prince Bank, customers began receiving full refunds of their deposits on Monday, following the appointment of accounting firm Morisonkak MKA to oversee the winding-up process and convert the bank’s assets into cash. ...
Seoung Nimol
https://cambojanews.com/prince-bank-customers-collect-funds-two-months-after-liquidation/
Cambodia rejects Thai media claims of preparing for armed conflict
Cambodia has rejected recent Thai media reports alleging that the country is preparing for a third armed conflict, describing the claims as incorrect and baseless. ...
Garment worker jailed for comment on Cambodia-Thailand border clash
A garment worker on Monday was found guilty of incitement for criticizing the Cambodia –Thailand border conflict over social media and insulting a public official. ...
Khuon Narim
https://cambojanews.com/garment-worker-jailed-for-comment-on-cambodia-thailand-border-clash/
Trump sends peace plan as Iran opens to 'non-hostile' oil vessels
US President Donald Trump sent a peace plan to Iran as he voiced optimism Tuesday at ending nearly a month of warfare, with Tehran announcing that it will let “non-hostile” oil vessels go through the crucial Strait of Hormuz. ...
Agence France-Presse (AFP)
https://cambodianess.com/article/trump-sends-peace-plan-as-iran-opens-to-non-hostile-oil-vessels
Press release on the protest against the aggression and illegal occupation of the Thai side
On 20 March 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on the protest against the aggression and illegal occupation of the Thai side.Cambodia has lodged another formal protest against continued acts of encroachment and unlawful occupation of land, in violation ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Notice on measures to ease the value-added tax burden on the supply of petroleum products (regular gasoline and diesel)
On 20 March 2026, Ministry of Economy and Finance issued a notice on measures to ease the value-added tax burden on the supply of petroleum products, namely regular gasoline and diesel.The notice reduces the value-added tax rate from 10% to 4%, with the state bearing ...
Ministry of Economy and Finance
Press release on the situation of displaced persons and impact on civilian areas from 6:00 AM on 22 March to 6:00 AM on 23 March 2026
On 23 March 2026, Ministry of Interior of the Royal Government of Cambodia issued a press release on the situation of displaced persons and impacts on civilian areas from 6:00 AM on 22 March to 6:00 AM on 23 March 2026.The report indicates that an ...
Ministry of Interior
Announcement on energy-saving use of electrical equipment
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 ...
Electricité du Cambodge
Announcement on retail fuel prices at stations for implementation from 20 March 2026
On 20 March 2026, Ministry of Commerce issued an announcement on retail fuel prices at stations for implementation from 20 March 2026.According to the announcement, the government continues to implement price reduction measures and tax adjustments to support citizens’ living conditions. Retail prices are set ...
Ministry of Commerce







