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Official statement from the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Cambodia following the verdict on Kem Sokha’s appeal hearing
On 30 April 2026, the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Cambodia issued an official statement following the verdict on Kem Sokha’s appeal hearing.The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Cambodia notes with concern the outcome of Kem Sokha’s appeal trial. ...
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Cambodia
Official statement from the European Union Delegation in Cambodia following the verdict on Kem Sokha’s appeal hearing
On 30 April 2026, the European Union Delegation in Cambodia issued an official statement on following the verdict on Kem Sokha’s appeal hearing.The European Union Delegation and its Resident Member States note the outcome of Kem Sokha’s appeal trial with concern. Political pluralism is essential ...
European Union Delegation
Official statement from the British Embassy in Cambodia following the verdict on Kem Sokha’s appeal hearing
On 30 April 2026, the British Embassy in Cambodia issued an official statement following the verdict on Kem Sokha’s appeal hearing.The British Embassy would like to see Kem Sokha released and his political freedoms restored. The British Embassy believe this would help strengthen democracy in ...
British Embassy in Cambodia
Years on, Virachey park expansion squeezes indigenous farmers
Three years after Cambodia redrew its conservation map, Indigenous communities around Virachey National Park in the northeast are still adjusting to the changes. ...
Sovann Sreypich
https://cambojanews.com/years-on-virachey-park-expansion-squeezes-indigenous-farmers/
Journalists flag stricter media rules at press freedom event
Regulatory hurdles remain major challenges for Cambodia’s media, local journalists said on Thursday at an event ahead of World Press Freedom Day. ...
Seoung Nimol
https://cambojanews.com/journalists-flag-stricter-media-rules-at-press-freedom-event/
Ministry warns against use of burning acid to extract precious metals
The Ministry of Environment has warned about the public health impacts of the improper use of acid for gold or platinum extraction. Acid is used to extract precious metals like gold or platinum from e-waste, jewellery and other materials. ...
Post Staff
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/ministry-warns-against-use-of-burning-acid-to-extract-precious-metals/
Concerns of ‘unethical journalism, media extortion’ raised on World Press Freedom Day
Concerns over unethical practices and alleged extortion in the Kingdom’s media industry took centre stage ahead of today’s World Press Freedom Day, as speakers from the private sector, government and media warned that such behaviour risks eroding public trust and undermining economic growth. ...
Hong Raksmey
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/concerns-of-unethical-journalism-media-extortion-raised-on-world-press-freedom-day/
NBC says Huione pay‑related dispute falls outside its authority after protest
The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) has said that addressing disputes raised by individuals who identify themselves as customers of Huione Pay Payment Service Institution falls beyond the bank’s legal mandate, following a protest on April 27 that escalated into confrontations near its premises. ...
Prak Chan Thul
https://kiripost.com/stories/nbc-says-huione-payrelated-dispute-falls-outside-its-authority-after-protest
‘Good’ but ongoing challenges: Press freedom in Cambodia ahead of World Press Freedom Day
Cambodia’s media landscape is under renewed focus ahead of World Press Freedom Day 2026, with a contrast emerging between official data highlighting progress and independent reports documenting continued risks faced by journalists. ...
Shots fired as foreign attachés tour Oddar Meanchey border
The Ministry of National Defence has warned that gunfire was heard in the O’Smach area this morning, April 29, during an inspection visit by the Military Attaché Corps to Phnom Penh (MACPP), noting that the display appeared to be contrary to the spirit of the ...
Niem Chheng
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/shots-fired-as-foreign-attaches-tour-oddar-meanchey-border/
Announcement on the "Cambodia-China mixed martial arts performance" on 30 April 2026 at the north of Bayon Temple, Siem Reap province
On 28 April 2026, Ministry of Tourism issued an announcement on the “Cambodia-China mixed martial arts performance” on 30 April 2026 at the north of Bayon Temple, Siem Reap province.The Ministry of Tourism of the Kingdom of Cambodia has the honor to inform tourism associations, ...
Ministry of Tourism
Press release on Cambodia-Korea national police agree to further strengthen cooperation against transnational crimes
On 29 April 2026, National Police of Cambodia issued a Press release on Cambodia-Korea national police agree to further strengthen cooperation against transnational crimes.The Korean National Police Agency (KNPA), led by Acting Commissioner General YOO Jae Seong, held a Korea-Cambodia National Police Summit with the ...
National Police of Cambodia
Press release on outcomes of the 25th ASEAN-EU Ministerial Meeting
On 28 April 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on outcomes of the 25th ASEAN-EU Ministerial Meeting.At the invitation of His Excellency Dato Erywan Pehin Yusof, Minister of Foreign Affairs II of Brunei Darussalam, as Country Coordinator for the ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Announcement on the press conference to release the report “The state of press freedom in Cambodia 2026”
On 27 April 2026, Ministry of Information issued an announcement on the press conference to release the report “The state of press freedom in Cambodia 2026.”The Ministry of Information has the honor to inform all national and international journalists that the Ministry of Information will ...
Ministry of Information
Press release on Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn to attend the 25th ASEAN-European Union Ministerial Meeting and to pay an official visit to Brunei Darussalam
On 25 April 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn to attend the 25th ASEAN-European Union Ministerial Meeting and to pay an official visit to Brunei Darussalam.His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn, Minister ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Statement on decision of Thailand's National Security Council to withdraw from the memorandum of understanding regarding the area of their overlapping maritime claims
On 24 April 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a statement on decision of Thailand’s National Security Council to withdraw from the memorandum of understanding regarding the area of their overlapping maritime claimsThis statemen responds to media inquiries regarding the recent decision ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
World Bank’s $300M fund to enhance Cambodia’s transport transformation
A $300 million fund package has been approved by World Bank’s executive directors for Cambodia to improve transport links and logistics capacity which would benefit over 1.6 million road users and communities along the Asian Highway 21 (AH21) corridor. ...
Sangeetha Amarthalingam
https://kiripost.com/stories/world-banks-300m-fund-to-enhance-cambodias-transport-transformation
Non-performing loan ratio peaks in 2025; may rise above 10% on energy shock in 2026
The overall banking sector’s gross non-performing loan (NPL) ratio hit a 10-year high of 8.6 percent in 2025, with expectations of hitting above 10 percent in 2026, as the war in the Middle East risks pushing fuel-induced inflation to a high, lower domestic consumption, and ...
Sangeetha Amarthalingam
https://kiripost.com/stories/non-performing-loan-ratio-peaks-in-2025-may-rise-above-10-on-energy-shock-in-2026
Sour highlights workplace learning best practices, urges labour mobility
Minister of Labour and Vocational Training Heng Sour has highlighted Cambodia’s strong implementation model of Work-Based Learning (WBL) in developing workforce skills within the context of modern technology. ...
Post Staff
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/sour-highlights-workplace-learning-best-practices-urges-labour-mobility/
Cambodia, China planning to promote traditional martial arts with new doco
An upcoming Cambodia–China Martial Arts Performance will take place at the northern courtyard of Bayon Temple on the morning of April 30, showcasing a spectacular collaboration between the traditional martial arts of both nations. ...
Chhorn Norn
https://phnompenhpost.com/sport/cambodia-china-planning-to-promote-traditional-martial-arts-with-new-doco/
Tuk-Tuk drivers stage protest at Grab Phnom Penh over unmet fare agreement
Approximately 200 tuk‑tuk drivers gathered at Grab’s Phnom Penh office in Sangkat Boeung Reang, Khan Daun Penh, to raise concerns over fare issues, citing discrepancies in the implementation of a previously discussed pricing adjustment following a protest on April 3. ...
Thang Sinorn
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodia-tuk-tuk-drivers-stage-protest-at-grab-phnom-penh
Latest Kratie dolphin calf sighting brings population to 118
A newborn Irrawaddy dolphin calf has been spotted at the Kampi dolphin pool in Kratie province, bringing the total number of Mekong dolphins in Cambodia to 118. ...
Chhorn Norn
https://phnompenhpost.com/national/latest-kratie-dolphin-calf-sighting-brings-population-to-118/
Fatal crash case raises concerns over accountability and poor road conditions
Public anger has erupted online following a fatal road accident in Preah Vihear province, with social analysts and rights advocates calling for a deeper investigation and improved road safety measures. ...
Meas Molika
https://kiripost.com/stories/fatal-crash-case-raises-concerns-over-accountability-and-poor-road-conditions
Foreign ministry warns Thai withdrawal from 2001 MoU a ‘step away from cooperation’
Cambodia has warned that if Thailand decides to withdraw from the 2001 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), it would be deeply regrettable and represent a major departure from the spirit of cooperation between the two nations. ...
