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Cambodian minister calls for collaborative efforts to protect the endangered Mekong River dolphins
On Sunday, Cambodian Minister of Information Neth Pheaktra called for concerted efforts to protect and preserve the critically endangered Mekong River Irrawaddy dolphins. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501651419/cambodian-minister-calls-for-collaborative-efforts-to-protect-the-endangered-mekong-river-dolphins/
Commisssion for Combatting Online Scams nets 258 foreigners in first crackdown
The first-ever crackdown by the newly-formed Commission for Combatting Online Scams, headed by Prime Minister Hun Manet, netted 258 foreigners in Mondulkiri province on Saturday. ...
PM highlights key priorities of Cambodia’s foreign policy
Dr. Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, highlighted six key priorities of Cambodia’s foreign policy at the recent closing ceremony of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MFAIC)’s Annual Review Conference. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501651548/pm-highlights-key-priorities-of-cambodias-foreign-policy/
ASEAN unveils 12 initiatives to drive economic integration
As part of a broader push to strengthen economic integration within Southeast Asia, the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) has unveiled a series of ambitious initiatives aimed at fostering private sector growth, regional collaboration, and sustainable development. ...
Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501651203/asean-unveils-12-initiatives-to-drive-economic-integration/
CDC to decentralize investment registration process
The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) is working on the decentralization of the investment project registration process to the sub-national level to enhance a smoother and more efficient investment environment. ...
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501651209/cdc-to-decentralize-investment-registration-process/
Cambodian Ambassadors pledge to enhance promotion of the tourism sector
Ambassadors and Consuls General of Cambodia abroad have reaffirmed their commitment to further promote the country’s tourism potential to the world during their missions. This commitment was made during a meeting on March 9 between Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism, and a delegation of 19 ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501651426/cambodian-ambassadors-pledge-to-enhance-promotion-of-the-tourism-sector/
MRC and Japan sign agreement to boost flood and drought management in lower mekong basin
The Mekong River Commission (MRC) and the Government of Japan signed an agreement on Friday to support the implementation of the Project for Strengthening Flood and Drought Risk Management in the Lower Mekong Basin. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501650751/mrc-and-japan-sign-agreement-to-boost-flood-and-drought-management-in-lower-mekong-basin/
Prek Takong villagers reiterate call for village chief’s removal, investigation amid allegations of neglect
Some 50 villagers from Prek Takong 1 gathered again at the Ministry of Interior on Monday to follow up their petition filed last month to demand the removal of their village chief who has ignored drug and online gambling issues in the village. The residents ...
Sovann Sreypich
https://cambojanews.com/prek-takong-villagers-reiterate-call-for-village-chiefs-removal-investigation-amid-allegations-of-neglect/
Public consulted on personalised ‘moto’ plate pricing
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport is conducting consultations on the public’s preferred pricing structure for personalised license plates for motorcycles and scooters. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/public-consulted-on-personalised-moto-plate-pricing
Cambodia, Germany discuss closer transport connectivity
Cambodia and Germany have discussed the establishment of direct flight connections, with the plan being to launch operations once the Techo International Airport opens later this year. In 2024, about 75,000 German nationals travelled to the Kingdom. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/cambodia-germany-discuss-closer-transport-connectivity
Tina calls for more chilli farmers to form ‘modern agricultural communities’
Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Dith Tina has encouraged chilli farmers to join modern agricultural communities, explaining that their participation will bring numerous benefits, especially ensuring market access and pricing. ...
Customs ‘tyred’ of Cambodia being used as dumping ground; 78 tonnes sent back
More than 78 tonnes of used tyres, which entered the Kingdom through the Sihanoukville Autonomous Port, have been returned to their point of origin. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/customs-tyred-of-cambodia-being-used-as-dumping-ground-78-tonnes-sent-back
Proactive water shortage measures laid out ahead of dry season
Proactive new measures have been announced to address water shortages during the upcoming dry season. They include widespread public education campaigns and the earmarking of funds for emergency responses to those affected. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/proactive-water-shortage-measures-laid-out-ahead-of-dry-season
New $500 million SEZ on way in Preah Sihanouk
A new special economic zone (SEZ) in Preah Sihanouk province – with total investment of approximately $500 million – is reportedly close to final approval. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/new-500-million-sez-on-way-in-preah-sihanouk-
Japanese delegation seek investment opportunities in Cambodia
A Japanese business delegation representing around 40 companies has expressed appreciation for the efforts of the Cambodian government, which continually is working to build confidence in investors from all over the world. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/japanese-delegation-seek-investment-opportunities-in-cambodia
Prey Veng police announce crackdown on reckless Vietnam-Cambodia bus drivers
Prey Veng Provincial Police Chief Chhoeun Bunchhorn has vowed to end traffic violations by Vietnamese bus drivers within the next one or two months, ensuring they will not continue to disregard the Kingdom’s regulations. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/prey-veng-police-announce-crackdown-on-reckless-vietnam-cambodia-bus-drivers
Cambodia extends mine clearance deadline to 2030
The Cambodian Mine Action Authority (CMAA) is preparing a proposal which will extend the Kingdom’s mine clearance deadline for a third time, to 2030. Under the framework of the Ottawa Convention, plans are being laid out for the period covering 2026 to 2030. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/cambodia-extends-mine-clearance-deadline-to-2030
Labour ministry lists approved foreign employment agencies
Nearly 200 companies have been authorised to recruit, train, and send Cambodian workers abroad to work in four nations. Any recruitment agencies operating outside this framework should be considered illegal and will be subject to legal action. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/labour-ministry-lists-approved-foreign-employment-agencies
Public hospitals delivered most of nearly 300,000 births in 2024
In a striking report on maternal health, the Ministry of Health (MoH) revealed that nearly 300,000 women gave birth last year, with the majority of cases delivered using public hospitals. ...
Nop Sreymao
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501648853/public-hospitals-delivered-most-of-nearly-300000-births-in-2024/
Sokhonn highlights challenges posed by global uncertainties
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Prak Sokhonn, underscored the growing pressures from geopolitical, political, economic, and strategic competition among major powers, which will shape regional and global dynamics in the years ahead. He warned that these shifts could impact ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501648873/sokhonn-highlights-challenges-posed-by-global-uncertainties/
China, UNICEF to help strengthen education, health for Cambodia’s most vulnerable children
According to a joint press release, Cambodia, China, and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) launched a partnership on Wednesday to improve quality inclusive education, health, nutrition, and hygiene for Cambodia’s most vulnerable children. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501649798/china-unicef-to-help-strengthen-education-health-for-cambodias-most-vulnerable-children/
New initiative to boost education, health for underprivileged children
A significant project has been launched for the sake of the well-being of Cambodian children, particularly the underprivileged ones, ensuring access to education, health, and hygiene. ...
Nop Sreymao
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501649481/new-initiative-to-boost-education-health-for-underprivileged-children/
MOEYS plans to create an AI research centre
The Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS) is planning to create an artificial intelligence (AI) research centre to assist both educators and students in using the modern technology in teaching and learning and to improve the country’s overall education quality. ...
Hang Punreay
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501648851/moeys-plans-to-create-an-ai-research-centre/
Govt officials inspect P Sihanouk projects to boost investment climate
Hean Sahib, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Economy and Finance and Chairman of the Investment Promotion Working Group for Preah Sihanouk, Monday led an inspection team to the Peninsula Bay project and Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone (SSEZ) to strengthen investment promotion under the ...