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Domestic workers seek equal rights, social protection
A forum by Independent Democratic Association of the Informal Economy (IDEA) and Oxfam, in conjunction with International Domestic Workers Day on Sunday, saw workers call for measures and solutions from policymakers. ...
Sangeetha Amarthalingam
https://kiripost.com/stories/domestic-workers-seek-equal-rights-social-protection
Five admit involvement in $36.9M scam and laundering ring in Cambodia
Despite five men pleading guilty in the US to being involved in a multi-million dollar scam and money laundering operation in Cambodia, according to the US Department of Justice, the Kingdom’s Ministry of Interior refutes claims that scam centres exist in the country, arguing that ...
Mao Sreypich
https://kiripost.com/stories/five-admit-involvement-in-369m-scam-and-laundering-ring-in-cambodia
World Bank slashes Cambodia’s GDP growth to 4% in 2025
The bank sees setbacks from falling demand and high levels of uncertainty in exports, trade policy, and macro financial instability from high NPL ratios — all of which compelled its decision to cut economic growth to four percent for 2025 in its June report, from ...
Sangeetha Amarthalingam
https://kiripost.com/stories/world-bank-slashes-cambodias-gdp-growth-to-4-in-2025
UNICEF calls for stronger safeguards for migrant children facing exploitation risks
On World Day Against Child Labour, UNICEF is calling for stronger cross-border protections for migrant children, as a new report highlights the heightened risks of trafficking, exploitation and child labour they face – especially those migrating between Cambodia and Thailand – amid ongoing climate and ...
Kiripost staff
https://kiripost.com/stories/unicef-calls-for-stronger-safeguards-for-migrant-children-facing-exploitation-risks
Journalist harassment in Cambodia rises sharply in 2024, legal threat dominate
Cambodia witnessed a sharp rise in cases of harassment against journalists in 2024, according to the latest report by the Cambodian Journalists Alliance Association (CamboJA), with a notable 28 percent increase in total incidents compared to the previous year. ...
Thang Sinorn
https://kiripost.com/stories/journalist-harassment-in-cambodia-rises-sharply-in-2024-legal-threat-dominate
Leather processing company repeatedly pollutes waterways in Preah Sihanouk
Kubon (Cambodia) Biotechnology Co., Ltd., a leather processing company in Preah Sihanouk province, has been found to be illegally discharging liquid waste into the natural waterways, causing significant environmental damage and endangering local livelihoods, despite repeated previous warnings from authorities. ...
Thang Sinorn
https://kiripost.com/stories/leather-processing-company-repeatedly-pollutes-waterways-in-preah-sihanouk
Cambodian army confirms border clash with Thailand, situation eases after talks
Maj Gen Mao Phalla confirmed a brief exchange of gunfire between Cambodian and Thai troops near the disputed Preah Vihear-Ubon Ratchathani border, citing improved conditions following high-level negotiations, though the cause and outcome remain unclear. ...
Kuch Sikol
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodian-army-confirms-border-clash-with-thailand-situation-eases-after-talks
Acleda sees 61% net profit growth in Q1’25 on high credit demand
The public-listed commercial bank has shown continued growth since the fourth quarter of last year after a few dismal quarters. It registered a net profit of $43 million in the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, on the back of rising credit demand. ...
Sangeetha Amarthalingam
https://kiripost.com/stories/acleda-sees-61-net-profit-growth-in-q125-on-high-credit-demand
NSSF offers free Gynecology treatment at almost 1,600 health centres
Women can access vital gynecological treatment, including breast and cervical cancer, free through the NSSF, with more than 1,590 public and private health centres registered countrywide, with health experts encouraging women to take advantage of the services. ...
Meas Molika and Chhorn Raksmey
https://kiripost.com/stories/nssf-offers-free-gynecology-treatment-at-almost-1600-health-centres
Call for more Chinese investors to boost Cambodia’s tourism
The government has confirmed that Cambodia is ripe for Chinese investment in the tourism industry, with relevant organisations from both nations’ tourism associations committing to attract investors from China. ...
Yatt Malai
https://kiripost.com/stories/call-for-more-chinese-investors-to-boost-cambodias-tourism
Thai PM Paetongtarn makes maiden visit to Cambodia next week
During her two-day visit on April 23, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will meet Cambodian leaders with the aim of strengthening their 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations and is expected to sign key bilateral agreements, amid calls for stronger cooperation on cross-border crimes. ...
Thang Sinorn
https://kiripost.com/stories/thai-pm-paetongtarn-makes-maiden-visit-to-cambodia-next-week
Cambodia's lack of earthquake regulations puts high-rise buildings at risk
Although there are over 1,000 high-rise buildings with five or more floors in Cambodia as of 2023, the country does not have technical regulations in place to ensure they can withstand earthquakes, with experts facing challenges, such as weak law enforcement linked to limited transparency ...
Thang Sinorn & Kuch Sikol
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodias-lack-of-earthquake-regulations-puts-high-rise-buildings-at-risk
PM sets aside $70M worth of land for green space in Phnom Penh
Hun Manet has announced the allocation of 70 hectares in the capital’s Kob Srov area for a new public park, emphasising the importance of green spaces and encouraging all provinces to dedicate similar areas for public use. ...
Chhorn Raksmey
https://kiripost.com/stories/pm-sets-aside-70m-worth-of-land-for-green-space-in-phnom-penh
Women entrepreneurs thrive through SHE’s programmes
SHE’s programme has supported over 2,600 women-led MSMEs in Cambodia through gender-focused training, mentoring and financial support, helping 93 percent of participants formalise and scale their businesses, create over 1,000 jobs, and increase incomes. ...
Chhorn Raksmey
https://kiripost.com/stories/women-entrepreneurs-thrive-through-shes-programmes
PM allocates $1 billion to develop Sihanoukville
Prime Minister Hun Manet has pledged to invest more than $1 billion by 2029 into Preah Sihankouk to develop the province, with a particular focus on strengthening its international port. ...
Chhorn Raksmey
https://kiripost.com/stories/pm-allocates-1-billion-to-develop-sihanoukville
Cambodia put on US travel ban draft list but hopes for positive evaluation
In a sweeping raft of graded travel bans abruptly issued by the US, Cambodia is confident it can work to be removed from the “yellow” list, with 60 days given to address concerns. ...
Mao Sreypich
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodia-put-on-us-travel-ban-draft-list
‘Not Possible’ to ban frozen meat imports, ministry says
The Ministry of Commerce has dismissed calls by farmers to ban frozen meat imports because they are bound by free trade agreement contracts. ...
Meas Molika
https://kiripost.com/stories/not-possible-to-ban-frozen-meat-imports-ministry-says
Costly internet limits AI-driven learning for students
Despite Cambodia’s shift to digital learning, many university students struggle with internet costs due to the lack of free Wi-Fi, highlighting the need for investment in connectivity and AI literacy to ensure equitable access and responsible AI use. ...
Meas Molika
https://kiripost.com/stories/costly-internet-limits-ai-driven-learning-for-students
Kampong Speu deputy governor and two others arrested in $400K mining license fraud
Kampong Speu Provincial Court has issued a detention order for the Deputy Governor of Kampong Speu province and two other individuals in connection with defrauding Chinese investors out of $400,000 in the fraudulent sale of mining licenses. ...
PM urges police to prioritise emergency vehicles during VIP convoys following viral post
Hun Manet is urging police to prioritise emergency vehicles during VIP convoys after a viral Facebook post highlighted an ambulance stuck in traffic. ...
Prak Chan Thul
https://kiripost.com/stories/pm-urges-police-to-prioritise-emergency-vehicles-during-vip-convoys-following-viral-post
BKD Academy and Manulife Cambodia partner to boost digital and financial skills
The two organisations have signed an MoU to equip customers with digital skills, financial literacy and leadership training, fostering economic resilience and business growth in the nation’s digital economy. ...
Kiripost staff writers
https://kiripost.com/stories/bkd-academy-and-manulife-cambodia-partner-to-boost-digital-and-financial-skills
Banteay Meanchey farmers sow seeds of change
What started as an initiative in 2009 has turned a group of farmers into a community that has seen its rice harvest, profit and confidence grow in leaps and bounds, thanks to support by FAO’s Promoting Climate-resilient Livelihoods in Rice-based Communities in the Tonle Sap ...
Sangeetha Amarthalingam
https://kiripost.com/stories/banteay-meanchey-farmers-sow-seeds-of-change
Cashew nut exports surge to 850,000 tonnes in 2024
Despite strong export growth and a $1.15 billion revenue increase, Vietnam remains the largest market for exporting raw cashew nuts; this is due to challenges in domestic processing and infrastructure, particularly drying fields, that can hinder Cambodia’s potential to become a global leader in the ...
Life expectancy among Cambodians continues to grow
Cambodia’s life expectancy has risen to an average of 76.6 years, up from 76 in 2019, reflecting improved health and well-being amid steady population growth, according to the Ministry of Planning’s latest data. ...
Chhim PichBormey
https://kiripost.com/stories/life-expectancy-among-cambodians-continues-to-grow