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Laos, Cambodia strengthen defence relations to support peaceful border
The Deputy Minister of National Defence of Laos has shared how his nations military will strive to cultivate closer relations with their Cambodian counterparts, noting that both neighbouring nations will continue to cooperate to maintain a peaceful and secure border. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/laos-cambodia-strengthen-defence-relations-to-support-peaceful-border
Displaced Cambodians in Thma Da await return home, remain distrustful of Thais
Residents from O’ Suo Sdei and Sangkum Thmey villages in Thma Da commune, Veal Veng district, Pursat province, continue to live in uncertainty, despair and fear, fearful of returning to their homes, which are now surrounded by Thai barricades of shipping containers and razor wire. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/displaced-cambodians-in-thma-da-await-return-home-remain-distrustful-of-thais
Damage to energy infrastructure from Thai attacks estimated at $10M
The cost of repairing the Cambodian energy infrastructure that was damaged by incursions by Thai forces into the Kingdom’s border provinces is estimated at approximately $10 million. These costs will be fully borne by Electricité du Cambodge (EDC), according to Keo Rottanak, Minister of Mines ...
Press release: The situation of displaced persons and impact on civilian areas from 6:00 AM on 14 February to 6:00 AM on 15 February 2026
On 15 February 2026, the Ministry of Interior issued a press release on the situation of displaced persons and the impact on civilian areas from 6:00 AM on 14 February to 6:00 AM on 15 February 2026.As of the morning of 15 February 2026, there ...
Ministry of Interior
Cambodia signals progress on LGBTQ+ rights and economic benefits of marriage equality
A senior Cambodian official has reported a significant decline in social discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community, framing legal marriage equality as both a human rights milestone and a strategic economic advantage for the Kingdom. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501845578/cambodia-signals-progress-on-lgbtq-rights-and-economic-benefits-of-marriage-equality/
Hun Manet welcomes South Korea’s cooperation in fight against online scams
Prime Minister Hun Manet has welcomed remarks by South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, highlighting what he described as close and effective cooperation between the two governments in combating transnational crimes, particularly online scams. ...
Prak Chan Thul
https://kiripost.com/stories/hun-manet-welcomes-south-koreas-cooperation-in-fight-against-online-scams
Press release: The outcome of the second session of bilateral consultations between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Kingdom of Cambodia and Global Affairs Canada
On 14 February 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release regarding the outcome of the second session of bilateral consultations between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Kingdom of Cambodia and Global Affairs Canada.On the ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Press release: Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn is on a working visit to the United States and Europe
On 14 February 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on the working visit of the Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn to the United States and Europe.His Excellency PRAK Sokhonn will address the 61st session of the Human Rights ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Press release: The situation of displaced persons and impact on civilian areas from 6:00 AM on 13 February to 6:00 AM on 14 February 2026
On 14 February 2026, the Ministry of Interior issued a press release on the situation of displaced persons and the impact on civilian areas from 6:00 AM on 13 February to 6:00 AM on 14 February 2026.As of the morning of 14 February 2026, there ...
Ministry of Interior
Press release: Samdech Thipadei Prime Minister to attend the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace in United States and visit Europe
On 14 February 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release regarding Samdech Thipadei Prime Minister to attend the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace in United States and visit Europe.During his stay in Washington, D.C., the Prime Minister ...
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Press release: Preventive and healthcare measures during the Chinese and Vietnamese New Year celebrations
On 13 February 2026, the Ministry of Health issued a press release on preventive and healthcare measures during the Chinese and Vietnamese New Year celebrations.In order to protect the health of individuals and family members, especially young children and the elderly, the Ministry of Health ...
Ministry of Health
Press release: The situation of displaced persons and impact on civilian areas from 6:00 AM on 12 February to 6:00 AM on 13 February 2026
On 13 February 2026, the Ministry of Interior issued a press release on the situation of displaced persons and the impact on civilian areas from 6:00 AM on 12 February to 6:00 AM on 13 February 2026.As of the morning of 13 February 2026, there ...
Ministry of Interior
From data to action: strengthening environmental information for communities
On 10 February 2026, Open Development Cambodia (ODC) organized a half-day workshop titled Strengthening the Impact of Environmental, Land, and Natural Resource Data. The workshop was attended by 23 participants, including 12 female participants, representing CSOs members from Phnom Penh, Kampot, Ratanakiri, Koh Kong, and ...
Germany pledges support for skill, productivity enhancement
German and Cambodian officials have agreed to strengthen cooperation in the areas of labour, social security, and vocational training to help enhance productivity and skills development in Cambodia. ...
Post Staff
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/germany-pledges-support-for-skill-productivity-enhancement
ASEAN chair Philippines monitoring border issue, AOT will continue to facilitate resolution
General Romeo S. Brawner Jr., chief of staff of the armed forces of the Philippines, has noted that as current ASEAN chair, the Philippines is closely monitoring the Cambodia-Thailand border situation and will continue to lead the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT), with the goal of ...
Cambodia, Australia strengthen Mekong protection cooperation
Cambodia and Australia are strengthening cooperation on environmental protection and natural resource management under Cambodia’s Environmental Sector Strategy, through joint efforts to safeguard the Mekong River, including the development of a sub-decree on Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) procedures. ...
Chhorn Norn
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/cambodia-australia-strengthen-mekong-protection-cooperation
UK supports schooling for displaced children after border disruptions
The United Kingdom is partnering with World Vision International in Cambodia to help displaced children continue their education after border-related population movements disrupted schooling in several provinces. ...
Hong Raksmey
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/uk-supports-schooling-for-displaced-children-after-border-disruptions
Environment ministry order water contractor to clean up site after Battambang blaze
The Ministry of Environment has ordered the Kiridangrek Company to construct wastewater containment and treatment systems by February 17, after a fire destroyed thousands of plastic water pipes at a storage site. ...
Interior Ministry bolsters drive for a ‘safer internet’
The government will boost online safety campaigns nationwide this year as cyberfraud and artificial intelligence threats continue to pose risks to internet users, a senior Interior Ministry official announced on Wednesday. ...
Sen David
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501844701/interior-ministry-bolsters-drive-for-a-safer-internet/
Child advocates call for greater awareness after online debate
Local and international child rights advocates have called for greater awareness over children’s bodily autonomy and personal boundaries after a wave online debate about the issue. ...
Sok Sreymey
https://cambojanews.com/child-advocates-call-for-greater-awareness-after-online-debate/
Announcement: Progress of the construction and the provision of 5G mobile services in Cambodia
On 12 February 2026, the Telecommunication Regulator of Cambodia issued an announcement on the progress of the construction and the provision of 5G mobile services in Cambodia.Following the official launch of 5G mobile services on January 1, 2026, Smart Axiata Co., Ltd. has deployed 674 ...
Telecommunication Regulator of Cambodia
Announcement: The celebration of the 115th anniversary of International Women's Day, March 8, 2026, under the theme "Peace and Security for Women and Families"
On 12 February 2026, the Ministry of Women’s Affairs issued an announcement on the celebration of the 115th anniversary of International Women’s Day, March 8, 2026, under the theme “Peace and Security for Women and Families.”In 2026, the Ministry of Women’s Affairs chose the theme ...
Ministry of Women's Affairs
Announcement: Request for feedback on environmental and social management of the Cambodia Sustainable Energy Transition (CSET) project
The Royal Government of Cambodia, through the Ministry of Mines and Energy and Electricité du Cambodge, is implementing the Cambodia Sustainable Energy Transition (CSET) Project with financial support from the World Bank. MME invites feedback from the public on the draft documents under the CSET project, ...
Ministry of Mines and Energy
Press release: The situation of displaced persons and impact on civilian areas from 6:00 AM on 11 February to 6:00 AM on 12 February 2026
On 12 February 2026, the Ministry of Interior issued a press release on the situation of displaced persons and the impact on civilian areas from 6:00 AM on 11 February to 6:00 AM on 12 February 2026.Nearly 88% of the more than 640,000 displaced persons ...
Ministry of Interior
