PM Rejects Claims Social Sector Funds Will Be Diverted to the Military
Hun Manet has rejected claims that education and health budgets will be cut to fund higher defence spending, saying both sectors will continue to…
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Cambodia begins UN process to resolve maritime dispute with Thailand
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia initiated a United Nations-backed dispute resolution process on Tuesday (Jun 2) with neighbour Thailand over overlapping maritime…
Appeal Court Upholds Kem Sokha Treason Conviction and Impose Five-Year Travel Ban
Veteran opposition politician Kem Sokha has lost his appeal, with the court upholding his 27-year sentence for treason and imposing an additional…
WSJ Cambodia Headline Slur: What Can Be Done?
PHNOM PENH – The Wall Street Journal’s recent use of the derogatory term “Scambodia” in a headline has sparked a backlash and debate among Cambodians,…
Kandal Senior Police Arrested Over Alleged Extortion of Chinese National
Authorities arrested Brigadier General Ul Bunna for allegedly threatening a Chinese man, a former cook with the US- and UK-sanctioned Prince Holding…
Kun Lbokator Martial Art Helps Bridge Cultural Connection with Cambodian-Americans
KENT, Washington — Khmer New Year celebrations in the U.S. got an extra spark this year with a special guest: Mao Leakhena, fresh off her gold medal…
King elevates artist Princess Chenna to ‘Her Royal Highness’
King Norodom Sihamoni has elevated Princess Norodom Chenna to the title of “Her Royal Highness” in a royal decree issued yesterday.
The promotion…
Police Op to Arrest Suspected Stolen Car Dealer Turns Violent in Kampong Speu
A riot broke out in Kong Pisey district, Kampong Speu province as people surrounded and blocked police from Prey Veng province who were arresting a…
Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn presented a detailed map highlighting Thai military…
Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn presented a detailed map highlighting Thai military encroachments in Thma Da commune, Veal Veng district,…
Women Charged in Phnom Penh Crash That Left a 11-Year-Old Child Fighting for Life
The Phnom Penh court has charged a 23-year-old woman over a Russey Keo collision, with the passenger - identified as the son of a Kampong Cham…
China and India Step Up Restoration Support of Preah Vihear Temple
PHNOM PENH — March 19, 2026: China and India have stepped up support for the restoration of Preah Vihear Temple, as urgent repair efforts move forward…
Carvings Found at Angkor Thom’s Royal Palace
PHNOM PENH – Intricate carvings have been found during excavation outside the wall of the former royal palace in the ancient city of Angkor Thom in…
Culture ministry corrects Thai claims regarding origin of ‘Sbai’, part of Khmer heritage
The Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts has issued a statement on the “Protection of Khmer Cultural Heritage,” noting that Cambodia’s rich tangible and…
Cambodia Targets Import Market and Oil Refinery to Build Energy Independence
Cambodia is relying on Singapore and Malaysia as critical energy lifelines as domestic gas, oil and fuel prices continue to climb, with Energy…
ENNISCORTHY’S SELIN KIM IS MISS PLANET IRELAND 2025
Ireland was represented by Enniscorthy’s Selin Kim at the Miss Planet International 2025 pageant after having recently been crowned Miss Planet…
Cambodia Aims To Shut Down All Online Scam Centers Within Weeks
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — Cambodia hopes to shut down all of the country’s notorious online scam centers by the end of next month, the head of the…
Cambodia Vows to Eliminate Online Scams by April 2026
Authorities have set an ambitious deadline to “eliminate” online scams across the country by April, with an expert highlighting the need to catch the…
Girl Store Strengthens Its Position in Cambodia’s Online Fashion Market
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – 26 Jan 2026
Girl Store continues to strengthen its presence in Cambodia’s growing online retail industry. Since 2018, the…
Trump Backs Down on Greenland and Cancels Tariff Threat After NATO Agrees to Future Arctic Deal
DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday scrapped the tariffs that he threatened to impose on eight European nations to press for…
Border Conflict Damages 10 Cambodian Hotels and Apartments
The Ministry of Interior has reported that 10 hotels and apartments received damage during December’s border clashes with Thailand, with local…
