PHNOM PENH, Cambodia—Authorities in Cambodia’s capital have conducted a significant, coordinated operation against international online fraud, resulting in the arrest of 111 suspects, including 106 Indonesian nationals. The primary crackdown took place on October 31 in Phnom Penh’s Khan Tuol Kork. A joint task force, working alongside the Deputy Prosecutor, raided a rental building suspected […]
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia—The Ministry of Commerce (MoC) is set to host the 18th Cambodia Trade Expo (CTExpo) from December 4–7, 2025, at the PH Grand Hall Convention Center, Borey Peng Huoth Boeung Snor, Phnom Penh. This flagship event is a central part of Cambodia’s strategy to bolster its economy, aiming to promote trade, attract investment,
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia—The Cambodian government is intensifying its campaign to boost the market for locally made goods. Today, H.E. Mrs. Cham Nimul, Minister of Commerce, successfully presided over a significant business matching event designed to create direct commercial links between local producers and the national retail and hospitality sectors. The forum, held at the Ministry
1. Introduction: The Green Shift Cambodia, known globally for its ancient temples and growing tourism, is emerging as a quiet leader in Southeast Asia’s clean energy transition. In the last decade, the Kingdom has achieved remarkable success by rapidly integrating renewable sources—primarily solar and hydropower—into its national grid. This green shift is not accidental; it
I. Introduction: A Moderating Economic Trajectory Cambodia’s remarkable economic resilience is once again being tested as the Kingdom navigates a complex global landscape marked by trade policy uncertainties and regional geopolitical risks. Following years of robust growth, the consensus among multilateral institutions points toward a moderation in the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expansion for 2025,
Phnom Penh, October 31, 2025 —President of the Senate of Cambodia, Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, received a courtesy visit from Tan Sri Michael Yeoh, Chairman of the KSI Strategic Institute for Asia-Pacific, and his delegation this afternoon, according to Senate Spokesperson Chea Thirith. At the start of the meeting, Samdech Techo
Phnom Penh, Cambodia — Cambodia and the United States have reaffirmed their strong partnership in addressing transnational crime, with both sides commending the tangible outcomes of cooperation between their respective law enforcement and security agencies. In a statement posted on social media this evening, Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet shared that he
Cambodian Military Region 4 and Thailand’s 2nd Army Area convened a Special Regional Border Committee (RBC) Joint Secretariat Meeting this morning at the O’Smach border checkpoint in Oddar Meanchey province, strengthening ongoing efforts to maintain peace and stability along the shared frontier. The meeting served as a preparatory session ahead of the Special Cambodia–Thailand RBC
Introduction Electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer a futuristic concept—they’re already transforming roads across Asia. In Cambodia, a country where motorcycles and fuel-based cars have long dominated, electric mobility is finally gaining traction. The shift is visible in Phnom Penh’s growing fleet of sleek, silent electric cars and the expansion of charging stations across major
Siem Reap, Cambodia — Angkor Wat, long celebrated for its breathtaking architecture and deep spiritual symbolism, has become one of the world’s most coveted destinations for pre-wedding photoshoots. Couples from across Cambodia and beyond are choosing the UNESCO World Heritage Site to capture their love stories against the timeless grandeur of Khmer civilization. Rising Popularity