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Japanese support sought for capital water treatment plants

Cambodia has requested that the Government of Japan continue supporting the construction of wastewater treatment plants in Phnom Penh to help improve the quality of wastewater before it is discharged into natural water sources, especially rivers. ...

Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/japanese-support-sought-for-capital-water-treatment-plants-

Information, tourism ministries team up to share ‘positive stories, fight disinformation’

The Ministry of Tourism and the Ministry of Information have joined forces to promote Cambodia’s tourism industry by showcasing authentic information about Cambodia and eliminating fake news that discourages tourists from visiting the “Kingdom of Wonder”. ...

Thenh Rithy
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/information-tourism-ministries-team-up-to-share-positive-stories-fight-disinformation-

Cambodia, CICA commit to Asia-wide tourism cooperation

The leader of an inter-governmental forum which encompasses almost all of Asia has pledged to promote the Kingdom’s tourism potential. Minister of Tourism Hout Hak met with Kairat Sarybay, secretary-general of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA), in Phnom Penh on ...

Chhorn Norn
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/cambodia-cica-commit-to-asia-wide-tourism-cooperation-

‘No signs’ of jet fuel shortage as airlines raise prices

The State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA) maintains that despite half of the airlines operating in the Kingdom raising their prices, Cambodia is showing no signs of experiencing jet fuel shortages. ...

Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/-no-signs-of-jet-fuel-shortage-as-airlines-raise-prices

Koh Kong customs official accused of million-dollar corruption, online scam connections

The Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) has arrested the deputy chief of the Koh Kong Provincial Branch of Customs and Excise, alleging widespread corruption, ranging from extorting money from trucks on the road and taking bribes from online scam operations, to bribing journalists to suppress stories. ...

Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/koh-kong-customs-official-accused-of-million-dollar-corruption-online-scam-connections

Ministry defends legal process in journalists’ treason case, pledges support for ethical reporters

The Ministry of Information has defended the judicial handling of a high-profile case involving two journalists who were sentenced to lengthy prison terms on treason charges, while reiterating its readiness to provide legal support to reporters who adhere to professional standards and ethics. ...

Hong Raksmey
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/ministry-defends-legal-process-in-journalists-treason-case-pledges-support-for-ethical-reporters

Ministry calls for stricter waste management, improved education to protect public health

The Ministry of Environment has encouraging citizens in towns, and communities within protected areas — as well as all other stakeholders — to enhance waste management cooperation. The ministry noted that establishing purpose-built waste disposal sites not only protects the environment and human health but ...

Post Staff
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/ministry-calls-for-stricter-waste-management-improved-education-to-protect-public-health

Guidelines for the school information management system in general education institutions

On 27 March 2026, Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport issued guidelines on the school information management system for general education institutions.The Ministry pays great attention to improving the effectiveness of students’ learning by encouraging the active participation of three key actors: schools, communities and ...

Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport

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Celebrating Open Data Day 2026: Expanding impact beyond Phnom Penh

Open Data Day is a global celebration that brings together communities, organizations, and governments to highlight the importance of open data in addressing real-world challenges. Around the world, events range from workshops and panel discussions to hackathons and community forums, all aimed at demonstrating how ...

Cambodian returnees rebut NGO claims of job scarcity, citing surging domestic employment

Former Cambodian migrant workers returning from Thailand have dismissed reports by certain non-governmental organisations regarding a lack of domestic employment, stating that the local labour market offers robust opportunities and competitive benefits. ...

K. Rithy Reak
https://akp.gov.kh/post/detail/366045

Cambodian forces deny Thai claims of border provocations in Pursat

Cambodian authorities have rejected recent claims made by Thai media alleging provocations by Cambodian troops along the Trat border, calling the reports inaccurate and misleading. ...

Khmer Times
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501869047/cambodian-forces-deny-thai-claims-of-border-provocations-in-pursat/

NBC issues public warning over illegal Paipay scam app

The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) has called on the public to remain vigilant against online scams involving the PAI or Paipay application, stressing that the app is not licensed to operate in Cambodia.   ...

Mao Sreypich
https://kiripost.com/stories/nbc-issues-public-warning-over-illegal-paipay-scam-app

Returning migrant workers battle debt and limited opportunities, says report that officials deny

Surveys show mounting hardship among returning migrant workers, with only about 7,000 hired by factories while some have been forced to accept low-skill jobs returnees, despite official claims that 650,000 migrants have secured jobs. ...

Thang Sinorn
https://kiripost.com/stories/returning-migrant-workers-battle-debt-and-limited-opportunities-says-report-that-officials-deny

Cambodia green lights 467 projects to reboot Sihanoukville

In the last two years, the government has approved special incentives for 467 projects worth more than $8.18 billion in Sihanoukville to revive the city’s unfinished buildings, according to the Chairman of the Investment Promotion Working Group, with 18 additional projects currently underway.   ...

Mao Sreypich
https://kiripost.com/stories/cambodia-greenlights-467-projects-to-reboot-sihanoukville

Notice on digital capacity building and promotion of Cambodian products to international markets through CambodiaTrade.com

On 23 March 2026, Ministry of Commerce issued a notice on Digital capacity building and promotion of Cambodian products to international markets through CambodiaTrade.com.The notice informs about the implementation of the project “Digital capacity building and promotion of Cambodian products to international markets through CambodiaTrade.com,” ...

Ministry of Commerce

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Notice on weather conditions in Phnom Penh capital

On 25 March 2026, Phnom Penh Department of Water Resources and Meteorology issued a notice on weather conditions in Phnom Penh capital.The notice stated that from March 26 to April 7, 2026, Phnom Penh will experience a heatwave with maximum temperatures ranging from 37°C to ...

Phnom Penh Department of Water Resources and Meteorology

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Press release on the illegal status of PAI or PaiPay application

On 24 March 2026, National Bank of Cambodia issued a press release on the illegal status of PAI or PaiPay application.The release clarified that PAI or PaiPay is not a licensed mobile payment service under the National Bank of Cambodia and warned the public about ...

National Bank of Cambodia

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Statement on responding to media enquiries regarding recent developments on the Cambodia–Thailand border

On 25 March 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a statement on responding to media enquiries regarding recent developments on the Cambodia–Thailand border.The statement reaffirmed Cambodia’s commitment to international law and peaceful dispute resolution, highlighted the role of the Joint Boundary Commission ...

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation

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Cambodian royal embassy, South Korean disability association forge partnership to aid ivisually, hearing impaired

The Royal Embassy of the Kingdom of Cambodia in the Republic of Korea is collaborating with the Korea Disabled Welfare Association (KDWA) to enhance accessibility and communication for people with visual and hearing impairments. ...

K. Rithy Reak
https://www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/365964

Cambodia, EU reaffirm commitment to strengthen comprehensive partnership

Cambodia and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation and strengthening their comprehensive partnership during a meeting in Phnom Penh. ...

C. Nika
https://www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/365985

Chinese state-owned company looks to lift cassava purchases to one million tonnes

A leading Chinese state-owned enterprise — Guangxi State Farms Mingyang Starch Development Co., Ltd. — has expressed its intention to increase cassava purchases from Cambodia to one million tonnes per annum. The company is also studying the feasibility of establishing a value-added processing factory directly ...

Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/chinese-state-owned-company-looks-to-lift-cassava-purchases-to-one-million-tonnes

Cambodia rejects Thai proposal to revoke border pact, analysts warn of stability risks

Cambodia’s State Secretariat of Border Affairs on Thursday rejected a Thai Senate committee recommendation, reported by Thai media, to revoke a decades-old border survey agreement that regained relevance after deadly clashes between the neighbors last year. ...

Khuon Narim
https://cambojanews.com/cambodia-rejects-thai-proposal-to-revoke-border-pact-analysts-warn-of-stability-risks/

Koh Kong island will be region’s first ‘carbon neutral community’

Minister of Environment Eang Sophalleth announced the official launch of the Kingdom’s first “carbon neutral community”, yesterday, March 26. The Koh Sralao natural protected community area — in Kohn Kong province — will be the first of its kind not just in Cambodia, but the ...

Post Staff
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/koh-kong-island-will-be-region-s-first-carbon-neutral-community-

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