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Cambodia, China sign MoU on translating Khmer works

A Memorandum of Understanding to translate and publish history and culture books from Khmer into Chinese has been signed by the Royal Academy of Cambodia, the National Press and the Chinese Publishing Administration. ...

Torn Vibol
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501423485/cambodia-china-sign-mou-on-translating-khmer-works/

Cambodian government praised by French company VINCI for creating ideal business conditions

In a meeting between the President of VINCI Airports, Nicolas Notebaert, and Prime Minister Dr. Hun Manet, VINCI expressed its gratitude for the Cambodian government’s efforts in maintaining peace, stability, and security. ...

Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501423737/cambodian-government-praised-by-french-company-vinci-for-creating-ideal-business-conditions/

China and Cambodia sign ‘$1billion rubber & tire projects’ agreement

Cambodian and Chinese officials have signed an MoU concerning plans to invest $1 billion (€910 million) in joint rubber & tire projects, Cambodia Development Council (CDC) has announced. ...

Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501423710/china-and-cambodia-sign-1billion-rubber-tire-projects-agreement/

Feasibility study on Mondulkiri airport greenlighted: Gov’t

Cambodia has authorised the FOCUS Consortium to initiate a feasibility study on an investment project for constructing a new airport in Mondulkiri province, envisioning it as part of a satellite town development initiative. ...

Chea Sokny
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/feasibility-study-on-mondulkiri-airport-greenlighted-gov-t

Rising exports, global renown fuel rice sector

After experiencing positive growth in 2023, the Cambodian rice export market is expected to continue its upward trajectory in 2024. However, factors such as weather conditions and shipping costs may cause some disruptions. ...

Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/rising-exports-global-renown-fuel-rice-sector

Kep town gov removed for abuse of power, misconduct

Prime Minister Hun Manet cited the five-point approach to good governance left by his predecesessor Hun Sen as the reason for the recent dismissal of Kep town governor Kheng Yon. ...

Kim Yutharo
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/kep-town-gov-removed-for-abuse-of-power-misconduct

ASF outbreak unconfirmed

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries said the recent series of dead pigs could not definitively be attributed to African swine fever (ASF), noting that expert officials had taken samples for testing in Phnom Penh. ...

Kim Yutharo
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/asf-outbreak-unconfirmed

Model primary standards in effect

Minister of Education, Youth and Sport Hang Chuon Naron has introduced model primary school standards, unveiling a document on child development linked to primary education and an accelerated first-year Khmer language textbook. ...

Kim Yutharo
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/model-primary-standards-in-effect

Cambodia to host 6th Asian Youth Para Games in 2029

Cambodia will host the 6th Asian Youth Para Games, following the 5th Asian Youth Games in 2029, according to a press release of the National Paralympic Committee of Cambodia. ...

Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501422596/cambodia-to-host-6th-asian-youth-para-games-in-2029/

Thai and Cambodian Prime Ministers to discuss PM2.5

Thailand and Cambodia will form a joint task force to fight transboundaryhaze pollution at a planned meeting between Prime Minister SretthaThavisinand his Cambodian counterpart, Hun Manet in Thailand on Feb 7. ...

Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501422547/thai-and-cambodian-prime-ministers-to-discuss-pm2-5/

Japan to help Kingdom achieve sustainable development goals

The Embassy of Japan in Cambodia (EoJ), the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) are examining possibilities of supporting various sectors including enhancing the development of the education system, technology, human resources development, navigation skills, modernisation curriculum and ...

Nheng Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501421756/japan-to-help-kingdom-achieve-sustainable-development-goals/

Licences of 37 transport companies revoked

Thirty-seven transport and bus companies had their licences revoked by the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) because they have failed to renew their business licences. ...

Torn Vibol
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501423053/licences-of-37-transport-companies-revoked/

NA, AVI hold seminar on Cambodia-EU relations

The National Assembly (NA) of Cambodia, through the Committee on Foreign Affairs, Cooperation, and Information in collaboration with the Asian Vision Institute (AVI), held a seminar on “Cambodia-Europe Relations in Regional Connection and Peace” at the National Assembly on Friday. ...

Hang Punreay
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501423137/na-avi-hold-seminar-on-cambodia-eu-relations/

Cambodia imports oil products worth $2.17 bln in 2023

Cambodia’s imports of diesel fuel and petroleum oil declined by 7.6 percent in 2023, according to a report from the General Department of Customs and Excise on Sunday. ...

Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501423161/cambodia-imports-oil-products-worth-2-17-bln-in-2023/

Government to continue effort fighting drug abuse

The government declared that it would carry out the drug war plan throughout the year to ensure social safety, public order, and security, as well as to support the growth of young resources and foster a more hospitable society. ...

Hang Punreay
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501423065/government-to-continue-effort-fighting-drug-abuse/

China, Cambodia vow to enhance communication, cooperation for better bilateral ties

Li Shulei, head of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, led a CPC delegation to Cambodia from Saturday to Sunday, saying China is ready to work with Cambodia to strengthen communication and cultural cooperation to build an exemplary model ...

Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501423160/china-cambodia-vow-to-enhance-communication-cooperation-for-better-bilateral-ties/

South Korean investors eye automotive expansion

South Korean investors have shown a strong interest in expanding their investment in the automotive sector, according to the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC). ...

Van Socheata
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/south-korean-investors-eye-automotive-expansion

Agriculture ministry issues warning, urges vigilance to combat wildfires

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has issued a warning to relevant authorities and residents, urging vigilance to prevent wildfires during the current dry season. ...

Kim Sarom
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/post-in-depth/agriculture-ministry-issues-warning-urges-vigilance-to-combat-wildfires

Government extends Covid-19 aid for poor, vulnerable until Mar

The government has extended cash assistance programmes for vulnerable households in the ongoing fight against Covid-19 until March 2024, with some adjustments. ...

Sok Raksa
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/government-extends-covid-19-aid-for-poor-vulnerable-until-mar

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