An international watchdog group has added Cambodia to its watch list of countries that have seen a “rapid decline in civic freedoms,” citing the country’s sustained crackdown on unions, human…
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Laos launches 500-kilovolt power transmission line reaching Cambodia
by Long Nisayby Long NisayLaos has launched a 500-kilovolt power transmission line linking a power substation at a village in its southern Champasak province to the border area of Cambodia. Lao National Radio on…
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Walmart, the world’s largest retailer intends to learn more about Cambodia’s trade and investment potential, potentially expanding its business in a future collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce. In an…
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Phnom Penh (VNA) – Cambodia held a grand meeting on January 7 to mark the 44th anniversary of the Victory over Genocide Day (January 7, 1979-2023). Speaking at the event, Prime Minister…
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Households in Cambodia’s Sihanoukville city face water shortage after dam burst
Households in Sihanoukville city in southwest Cambodia’s Preah Sihanouk province are facing a shortage of water after a dam burst, officials said on Sunday. A dam at the Kbal Chhay…
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Prime Minister Hun Sen issued a January 6 circular on strengthening mine action management to achieve the Kingdom’s 2025 mine-free strategic plan. The circular read that mine clearance was prioritised…
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Cambodia casino fire: At least 19 dead in blaze on Thai border
by Xun Tianby Xun TianHundreds of people were in the Grand Diamond City building in the border town of Poipet when the fire broke out after 23:30 (16:30 GMT) on Wednesday. Video circulating on…
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How Has the Russia-Ukraine War Impacted Cambodia’s Foreign Policy?
by Long Nisayby Long NisayThe country and its prime minister, Hun Sen, have been unexpectedly outspoken about Ukraine’s plight. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February of this year undermined the basic principles of the…
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The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology on November 29, 2022 issued a notification on the weather conditions from November 30 to December 6, 2022. From November 30 to December…
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Cambodia, uncrowded: Why the best time to visit is right now
by Long Nisayby Long NisayVast temples, sprawling jungles…and huge crowds. Cambodia has long been one of south east Asia’s most popular destinations, with Angkor Wat alone drawing millions of tourists. Yet with travel still…