ODDAR MEANCHEY — In a major boost to regional safety, the Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC) officially launched a high-priority demining operation in the border province of Oddar Meanchey on Friday. The mission is supported by a US$5 million grant from the United States Department of State, reflecting a renewed commitment to humanitarian cooperation between […]
PHNOM PENH: On the afternoon of February 5, 2026, H.E. Heng Ratana, Director-General of the Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC), and Mr. Hans Peter Risser, Country Director of Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA), signed a landmark partnership agreement. The project, titled “Protecting Lives and Moving Toward Eliminating the Impact of Explosive Remnants of War in Cambodia,”
Cambodia has expressed its disappointment at neighboring Thailand’s “serious violations” of the principles of the Ottawa Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention. Cambodia asserts that Thailand is using mine-related incidents near the border to justify “aggressive measures” against Cambodian civilians. Senior Minister Delivers Remarks at Geneva Side Event The remarks were delivered by Senior Minister H.E. Ly
The Director General of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has confirmed that the ongoing work to clear landmines is essential. This work creates a strong foundation for lasting peace, helps reduce poverty, and ultimately improves the lives of the Cambodian people. Understanding the Mission Mr. HIDEHARU Tachibana, JICA’s Director General, made this statement on
PHNOM PENH – The Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC) and the Thailand Mine Action Centre (TMAC) held a virtual meeting this morning to continue detailed discussions. The focus was on the pilot area within the priority border zone designated for humanitarian demining operations. The specific pilot area under joint review is located in O’Beichoan commune,