Kiripost

The number of students pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) majors in higher education in Cambodia has increased in recent years, but the numbers still remain relatively low. ...

Access to finance remains a key barrier to small and medium enterprise (SME) growth in Cambodia, as many of them rely on personal finance rather than bank loans, which can affect long-term commercial and financial sustainability. ...

The current state and role of digital technology adaptation in tourism-related micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Cambodia in 2023 have been reported by the Cambodia Development Resource Institute (CDRI), under the support of the Asia Foundation. ...

The United States is scheduled to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts later this month in an effort to protect and restore Khmer culture, a move said to help the tourism sector’s rebound after being hit hard ...

Despite demining operations exceeding targets, landmines and unexploded ordnance (UXOs) continue to plague Cambodia, injuring and killing people in the provinces and along the nation’s borders. ...

The Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training (MLVT) and National Council of Minimum Wage launched a negotiation on Wednesday on the monthly minimum wage for workers in the garment, footwear, and travel goods (GFT) sector for 2024. ...

Noting a rise in obesity in their children due to sweets and snacks eaten at school, parents are now calling for a ban on unhealthy foods and drinks. ...

The General Department of Taxation (GDT) has announced new tax rates on locally-produced, non-alcoholic beverage products, according to the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF). ...

Investment-friendly tax and investment laws and incentives, as well as the industrial development policy, are geared towards making Cambodia an investment hub and centre for automotive and electronics manufacturing in Southeast Asia. ...

Despites the ongoing Covid-19 crisis and geopolitical tensions, foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to Cambodia remain stable, attracting $3.6 billion last year, a senior official said on Friday. ...

Hundreds of high school students, including those from indigenous backgrounds, in Mondulkiri province learned about digital literacy, including fact-checking and being secure online, at a workshop. ...

A new app, Doe leng Sruk Yoeng, has been launched by the Ministry of Environment (MoE) with the aim of promoting the Kingdom’s ecotourism hotspots, providing up-to-date transport information and tools to share holiday memories. ...

Cambodians young and old have spoken of their hopes that the country will prosper and continue to develop under the leadership of the next prime minister, Hun Manet, and his cabinet. ...

Three days after winning the elections, Hun Sen has officially stepped down as Cambodian Prime Minister and handed over the premiership to his son, Hun Manet, announcing he had to “sacrifice his power” for the sake of continued peace. ...

Electric vehicle (EV) owners will be charged 1,600 riel per kWh to recharge, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) said today, as figures reveal the number of EVs nationwide are on the rise. ...

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is a public administration institution in Cambodia that provides essential social security coverage and benefits to workers in the formal sector. ...

Consumers can now use the MPTC Speed Test app, developed by the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications, to lodge immediate reports on the poor quality of internet connections to seek resolutions from the Telecommunications Regulator of Cambodia. ...

The Textile, Apparel, Travel Goods Association of Cambodia (TAFTAC) has asked its members to avoid and reduce the effect resulting from the unsustainable use of wood and charcoal, acknowledging its impact on the environment. ...

The Ministry of Commerce (MoC) has made an announcement on the implementation of the Law on Consumer Protection and prakas on Unfair Contract Clauses to protect consumers in the real estate and housing sectors. ...

President of Cambodia Aquaculturist Association (CAA), Sok Raden, said the nation’s aquaculture sector faces challenges, including fish species and technical training. ...

Cambodia’s Investment Law heralds new opportunities for investors, offering generous incentives and a focus on diversified sectors. Agriculture takes center stage with attractive tax reliefs and a vision for climate-smart practices. ...

The agreement between the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) and UnionPay International is not to legalize the Chinese currency in the nation but rather to raise the prestige of the Khmer riel through cross-border QR payments, NBC’s deputy governor-general confirmed after concerns were raised over ...

Phnom Penh Autonomous Port (PPAP) saw a one percent year-on-year (YOY) uplift in revenue for the month of June, coming in at $3.6 million following a continued decline in the first five months of the year. ...

Phnom Penh’s business community gathered on Thursday for a forum hosted by EuroCham Cambodia on “Unpacking the Law on Taxation”, with the aim of breaking down the new regulations introduced in May. ...