Ms. Kasahara Tomoko Commended by Japan’s Foreign Minister for Enriching the Lives of Thousands of Underprivileged Children SIEM REAP, Cambodia – A long-serving Japanese volunteer, Ms. Kasahara Tomoko, has received a prestigious commendation from Japan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs for her unwavering dedication to Cambodian children. The award recognizes her nearly 20 years of humanitarian […]
New Digital Tool, Backed by Australia, Makes International Trade Easier for Cambodian Businesses PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – The Ministry of Commerce (MoC) officially launched the Cambodia Free Trade Agreement Portal (Cambodia FTA Portal) today. This new online tool is designed to boost Cambodia’s global trade networks and unlock fresh opportunities for the country’s exports. The
Cambodia’s Aviation Boom: What Travelers Need to Know in 2025 If you’ve been dreaming about visiting Cambodia — the land of ancient temples, vibrant cities, peaceful rice fields, and some of Southeast Asia’s warmest smiles — 2025 is one of the best years to make that trip happen. With major upgrades to the country’s airport
In 2025, Cambodia Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training reported a major milestone: the number of active garment/textile/footwear & travel-goods factories in Cambodia reached 1,810, marking a 15.5 % increase from end-2024. Simultaneously, export data shows Cambodia’s manufacturing exports—led by garments, footwear, and travel goods—are surging. As global supply chains continue to recalibrate from China,
New Istanbul Route Marks Major Milestone for Cambodia’s Global Aviation Network PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – Cambodia’s connection to the world just got a big boost! Turkish Airlines, Türkiye’s main national airline, launched a brand-new direct route between Istanbul and Phnom Penh on Thursday. The launch of this flight significantly enhances Cambodia’s presence on the global
Safety Concerns Lead to Suspension of Classes in Battambang; Over 163,000 Students Now Affected Nationwide PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – The Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MoEYS) announced this afternoon (December 10, 2025) the temporary suspension of all teaching and learning activities in schools across four districts in Battambang province: Samlot, Kamrieng, Sampov Loun, and
Cambodia’s economy is expected to grow by 4.8 percent in 2025, easing from 6 percent in 2024 as the country faces a mix of domestic and international challenges. According to the World Bank’s Cambodia Economic Update – December 2025, titled Coping with Shocks, the slowdown highlights the need for strong economic management, targeted reforms, and
French Development Agency (AFD) Calls Phnom Penh Water Sector a ‘Global Success Story’ PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – Cambodia continues its strong national push to expand clean water access, bolstered by renewed technical and financial support from the French Development Agency (AFD) and Team Europe (European Union). The long-term commitment was reaffirmed during a key meeting
Royal Generosity Supports Humanitarian Efforts of the Cambodian Red Cross Amidst Border Aggression PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni, the revered Monarch of the Kingdom of Cambodia, graciously provided a Royal Donation of US$100,000 (One Hundred Thousand US Dollars). This supreme contribution was granted to Samdech Kittiprittbandit Bun Rany Hun Sen, President
Urgent Need for Safety and Essentials; UNICEF Calls for Peace and Donations for Affected Children PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – UNICEF is actively responding to the escalating humanitarian crisis along the Cambodia-Thailand border, where recent conflict has forced an estimated 130,000 people—including tens of thousands of children—to flee their homes. As of December 10, 2025, UNICEF