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The overall banking sector’s gross non-performing loan (NPL) ratio hit a 10-year high of 8.6 percent in 2025, with expectations of hitting above 10 percent in 2026, as the war in the Middle East risks pushing fuel-induced inflation to a high, lower domestic consumption, and ...

Minister of Labour and Vocational Training Heng Sour has highlighted Cambodia’s strong implementation model of Work-Based Learning (WBL) in developing workforce skills within the context of modern technology. ...

An upcoming Cambodia–China Martial Arts Performance will take place at the northern courtyard of Bayon Temple on the morning of April 30, showcasing a spectacular collaboration between the traditional martial arts of both nations.   ...

Approximately 200 tuk‑tuk drivers gathered at Grab’s Phnom Penh office in Sangkat Boeung Reang, Khan Daun Penh, to raise concerns over fare issues, citing discrepancies in the implementation of a previously discussed pricing adjustment following a protest on April 3. ...

A newborn Irrawaddy dolphin calf has been spotted at the Kampi dolphin pool in Kratie province, bringing the total number of Mekong dolphins in Cambodia to 118. ...

Public anger has erupted online following a fatal road accident in Preah Vihear province, with social analysts and rights advocates calling for a deeper investigation and improved road safety measures. ...

Cambodia has warned that if Thailand decides to withdraw from the 2001 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), it would be deeply regrettable and represent a major departure from the spirit of cooperation between the two nations. ...

The Government of Japan has donated ten garbage trucks to the Ministry of Environment, as part of the two nation’s ongoing cooperation in environmental protection. Japanese ambassador Ueno Atsushi presented the trucks to environment minister Eang Sophalleth this morning, April 27. ...

Cambodia has welcomed two Indonesian military officers who are joining the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT). The team is tasked with monitoring the implementation of border measures between Cambodia and Thailand, explained the Ministry of National Defence. ...

H-PAY creditors have been asked by National Bank of Cambodia-appointed liquidator, Reachs & Partners Co., Ltd., to submit information about their debt or claims within 30 days, warning that those who fail to file within the set period would be excluded from benefiting from any ...

Monthly assessments were conducted at 11 monitoring stations in collaboration with provincial and municipal environment departments along the Mekong, covering Stung Treng, Kratie, Kampong Cham, Kandal, Phnom Penh and Prey Veng. ...

Cambodia and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening cooperation and partnership in support of sustainable and inclusive development, with Cambodia also requesting continued support in two priority sectors. ...

On 22 April 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on outcomes of the first meeting of the 2+2 strategic dialogue between the ministers of foreign affairs and ministers of national defense of the Kingdom of Cambodia and the People’s ...

On 23 April 2026, Council of Ministers issued a press release on the results of the plenary meeting of the Council of Ministers.Under the leadership of the Prime Minister, the Council of Ministers held a plenary meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office, discussing, passing and ...

On 23 April 2026, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on Cambodia, Japan sign exchange of notes and related documents on extension of Japanese yen loan for flood protection and drainage improvement project.His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn, Minister ...

A new draft law on military service that mandates conscription for all male citizens aged 18 to 25 has been drafted, comprising eight chapters and 20 articles, replacing the outdated 2006 framework to better address modern security needs and strengthen national defence. ...

On 23 April 2026, U.S Department of State issued a press statement on imposing sanctions on online scam centers in Southeast Asia.In response, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today imposed sanctions on Cambodian Senator Kok An and 28 ...

Authorities have imposed almost half a million dollars on property owners who failed to register tenants or let property to individuals without valid residency documents. Violations of Sub-Decree 03 on security and safety management in shared residential areas are being strictly enforced, explained Touch Sokhak, ...

The Ministry of Environment has suspended the operations of Baising Seng mango processing factory in Battambang province. Officials discovered that the plant was discharging untreated liquid waste, causing water pollution, fish deaths and other environmental damage in O’Treng stream. ...

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun yesterday, April 22. During the meeting, he described the situation on the Cambodia-Thailand border and reaffirmed Cambodia’s position to adhere to the principles of peace. ...

Hundreds of families in Preah Vihear province are demanding Global Green (Cambodia) Energy Development Co Ltd to return their land. ...

The Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) said it will send two senior officials to court on Wednesday over alleged bribery tied to online scam networks and money laundering. ...

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Defense Minister Dong Jun are set to hold further meetings with Cambodian leaders on Thursday, following a “2+2” strategic dialogue that brings together foreign and defense chiefs to deepen political and security ties. ...

On 20 April 2026, Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training issued an announcement on earthquake and tsunami warning in Japan.The Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training would like to inform the public, especially all interns and skilled workers currently residing and working in Japan, that ...