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Cambodia urged to join fossil fuel treaty and ramp up green energy production

As the continued use of fossil fuels continues to drive climate risks worldwide, a workshop of industry experts pushed Cambodia to join the global Fossil Fuel Treaty and switch further to renewable energy to meet the global 1.5°C target. ...

Meas Molika
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodia-urged-to-join-fossil-fuel-treaty-and-ramp-up-green-energy-production

Public buses to serve Techo airport as metro project still under study

With the opening of Techo International Airport looming, Phnom Penh authorities have pledged to plug the public transport gap by providing a bus service as plans to develop a more advanced light rail and subway system to connect the city and the airport remain under ...

Yatt Malai
https://kiripost.com/stories/public-buses-to-serve-techo-airport-as-metro-project-still-under-study

Sihanoukville port’s net profit falls by half in Q2’25

The state-owned deep sea port recorded unrealised foreign exchange losses which lowered net profit while revenue rose 30 percent on increased container and cargo throughput. ...

Sangeetha Amarthalingam
https://kiripost.com/stories/sihanoukville-ports-net-profit-falls-by-half-in-q225

Indonesia eyes more Cambodian imports to boost trade ties

Indonesia is seeking to boost bilateral trade with Cambodia – particularly by increasing imports of Cambodian goods – while stressing the need to improve connectivity, logistics and cooperation in energy and defense to unlock greater economic potential. ...

Mao Sreypich
https://kiripost.com/stories/indonesia-eyes-more-cambodian-imports-to-boost-trade-ties

Thai army admits using white phosphorus in border clash

The Thai army has confirmed its use of white phosphorus shells during July’s five-day border conflict with Cambodia, but says the action was in full compliance with international law and humanitarian principles because it was not used as a chemical weapon. ...

Yatt Malai
https://kiripost.com/stories/thai-army-admits-using-white-phosphorus-in-border-clash

Chinese tourists increase by 48.2% in first seven months

Chinese tourist arrivals have surged by 48.2 percent in the first seven months of 2025, with nearly 690,000 visitors recorded. This dramatic growth is a key driver in the Kingdom’s tourism sector, which saw a total of 3.71 million international visitors during the same period. ...

Yatt Malai
https://kiripost.com/stories/chinese-tourists-increase-by-482-in-first-seven-months

Pagodas provide shelter, hope for displaced Cambodians amid border conflict

With hundreds of thousands displaced due to the border conflict, pagodas have become not just relief centres but also brought relief to scores who suffer from fear and anguish as they seek shelter there amid lingering border tensions. ...

James Tostevin
https://kiripost.com/stories/pagodas-provide-shelter-hope-for-displaced-cambodians-amid-border-conflict

People return home but fear persists as Thailand violates ceasefire agreement

Residents near the Cambodia-Thailand border continue to feel fear due to the ongoing incursions by the Thai military into Cambodian territory. The military has installed barbed wire within Cambodia and occupied homes—actions which violate the ceasefire agreement signed on July 28, 2025. ...

Mon Sokeo
https://kiripost.com/stories/people-return-home-but-fear-persists-as-thailand-violates-ceasefire-agreement

Acleda’s net profit up 67% in Q2’25, NPL inches up

Cambodia’s second largest commercial bank’s net profit rose 67.4 percent to $48 million in the second quarter this year, while net interest income rose by 21 percent to $139 million. ...

Sangeetha Amarthalingam
https://kiripost.com/stories/acledas-net-profit-up-67-in-q225-npl-inches-up

Border conflict's deep scars: A child's trauma, economic losses and shifting geopolitics

The recent Cambodia-Thailand border conflict has left deep scars: traumatising civilians, disrupting economies and eroding trust. Cambodian reactions are rooted in survival and historical pride, not just nationalism. ...

Prak Chan Thul & Iea Sonita
https://kiripost.com/stories/border-conflicts-deep-scars-a-childs-trauma-economic-losses-and-shifting-geopolitics

Tensions flare as Thai troops lay barbed wire, seize homes in Banteay Meanchey

A recent move by Thai paramilitary forces to set up barbed wire and occupy the area around civilian homes in Banteay Meanchey province has been condemned by Cambodia as a violation of a ceasefire agreement. The Ministry of National Defense confirmed the action, stating that ...

Yatt Malai
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodia-tensions-flare-as-thai-troops-lay-barbed-wire-seize-homes-in-banteay-meanchey

Authorities urged to target masterminds after 352 Vietnamese deported for online scams

Cambodia has deported 352 Vietnamese nationals, including 110 women, for illegally residing and working in online scams, with a labour rights observer urging systematic investigations to target masterminds and complicit property owners. ...

Meas Molika
https://kiripost.com/stories/authorities-urged-to-target-masterminds-after-352-vietnamese-deported-for-online-scams

Cambodia’s July imports from Thailand fall 44% amid border conflict

Following the Cambodia-Thailand border dispute, imports by Cambodia from Thailand declined 44 percent in July 2025, with analysts urging increased economic “self‑reliance” as a long-term strategy to mitigate market risks. ...

Mao Sreypich
https://kiripost.com/author-profile/12

Cambodia Condemns Thai General's Temple Attack Threats

Cambodia has condemned a Thai general for a “premeditated” and “provocative” plan to attack Ta Krobei Temple and close Tamoan Thom Temple, amid continued reported calm at the border. ...

Yatt Malai
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodia-condemns-thai-generals-temple-attack-threats

Cambodia’s UK exports up 20% in March, but cuts luxury car imports on sluggish economy

Cambodia’s import of British luxury cars declined nearly 50 percent due to the sluggish economy and real estate sector the last few years. However, exports to the UK climbed to $1.12 billion, led by clothing in the four quarters ended March 31, 2025. ...

Meas Molika
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodias-uk-exports-up-20-in-march-but-cuts-luxury-car-imports-on-sluggish-economy

Eyes in the sky - satellite monitoring checks Cambodia-Thailand border areas

ASEAN Chair Anwar Ibrahim says that satellite monitoring is in place to keep surveillance on the battle grounds, which are being remotely tracked by Malaysia’s Defence Attaché and ASEAN counterparts. ...

Sangeetha Amarthalingam
https://kiripost.com/stories/eyes-in-the-sky-satellite-monitoring-checks-cambodia-thailand-border-areas

Border calm, but military on high alert as meeting nears

Following reports of a planned Thai military offensive, National Defence Spokesperson Maly Socheata confirmed today that the Cambodia-Thailand border has remained free of fighting. ...

Yatt Malai
https://kiripost.com/stories/border-calm-but-military-on-high-alert-as-meeting-nears

Two workers die at Cambodia’s largest granite quarry, but details remain hidden

Two male workers have died after a rock face collapsed at Cambodia’s largest granite quarry, with no public announcement made by the company or its chairman, tycoon Tang Kuonghow. ...

Chhim PichBormey
https://kiripost.com/stories/two-workers-die-at-cambodia-largest-granite-quarry

Many Cambodian garment factories face short-term closure amid US tariff uncertainty - survey

Nearly half of 203 garment, footwear and travel goods (GFT) factories surveyed in Cambodia are uncertain whether they can sustain operations beyond the next three months due to unclear US tariff policies and waning buyer confidence. ...

Mao Sreypich
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodian-garment-factories-face-short-term-closure-amid-us-tariff-uncertainty-survey

Senate president Hun Sen appointed senior logistics officer during visit to border zone

Former Prime Minister and current Senate President Hun Sen has announced he has been appointed Senior Logistics Officer for the armed forces at the request of commanders. ...

Yatt Malai
https://kiripost.com/stories/senate-president-hun-sen-appointed-senior-logistics-officer-during-visit-to-border-zone

Can Cambodian migrant workers in Thailand return to good jobs?

The question whether Cambodian migrant workers in Thailand will return home to better jobs and livelihood remains uncertain amid escalating tensions. ...

Meas Molika
https://kiripost.com/stories/can-cambodian-migrant-workers-in-thailand-return-to-good-jobs

Thailand clocks tourists from entering Cambodia as their border tensions soar

Thailand began imposing land border restrictions Monday including blocking tourists heading into Cambodia as the two countries engage in retaliation in their border dispute. ...

Kiripost staff
https://kiripost.com/stories/thailand-blocks-tourists-from-entering-cambodia-as-their-border-tensions-soar

Cambodia moves cautiously towards AI regulation amid rising concerns

Cambodia is finalising its first National AI Strategy to promote ethical and transparent use of artificial intelligence amid growing concerns over unregulated systems, limited data protection laws and a lack of clear legal frameworks to support responsible innovation. ...

Seng Mengheng
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodia-moves-cautiously-towards-ai-regulation-amid-rising-concerns

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