“Krama” Inscribed on UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

“Krama” Inscribed on UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

Krama Khmer (Cambodian scarf) was inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity during the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, being held in Asunción, Paraguay tonight (Cambodian time). This is another new pride for the 7th-mandate Royal Government for having attained […]

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Why the world is excited about Asean

Why the world is excited about Asean

The bloc is actively working as an organisation to remove barriers to intra-regional trade WHILE the world debates the next chapter of globalisation, it’s a case of full steam ahead in Asean markets. Investors are flocking to the region, drawn by its trade links, digital transformation and the demand for sustainable infrastructure. Less visible, but […]

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Cyprus tourism aims for growth with respect for environment, says Koumis

Cyprus tourism aims for growth with respect for environment, says Koumis

The Christodoulides administration has prioritised addressing climate change with targeted actions, a commitment echoed by Cyprus’ tourism industry, Deputy Minister Costas Koumis said on Thursday. Koumis’ comments were delivered during a speech at a conference titled ‘Tourism in the Era of Climate Change: Challenges and Innovations‘, held under the auspices of President Nikos Christodoulides. The Christodoulides administration has prioritised addressing climate change with […]

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Cyprus to fast-track construction permits to boost housing

Cyprus to fast-track construction permits to boost housing

Minister says housing permits will take just 40 working days Cyprus has revamped its planning and building permit system, cutting approval times to just 40 working days for small-scale developments, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou announced this week. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to eliminate delays and modernise housing construction processes. The reforms target low-risk “Category A” […]

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Corporate boards need more women, says CySEC officer

Corporate boards need more women, says CySEC officer

CySEC officer Elena Karkoti on Thursday highlighted the ongoing issue of underrepresentation of women on corporate boards and in leadership roles. She described this phenomenon as “a profound social and political contradiction” during a time where equality has been in the spotlight. Karkoti said that despite progress in gender equality, “women remain trapped on the margins of decision-making centres and are often a […]

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Government committed to attracting investments, president says

Government committed to attracting investments, president says

Cyprus is stepping up as a leading destination for international investment, president Nikos Christodoulides said on Wednesday. Speaking at the ‘EY Cyprus Attractiveness Forum 2024,’ the president outlined the government’s strategic plans to bolster economic growth and investor confidence. Addressing industry leaders, Christodoulides reaffirmed the government’s dedication to fostering economic stability and enhancing the business […]

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Hun Sen celebrates UNESCO inscription of Cambodian scarf ‘Krama’ as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

Hun Sen celebrates UNESCO inscription of Cambodian scarf ‘Krama’ as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

The Cambodian scarf, known as krama, was inscribed as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO during the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee of the 2003 UNESCO Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Asunción, Paraguay. In a congratulatory message, Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen expressed pride in this historic achievement, […]

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IN PICTURES: Miss Mera Cambodia 2024 crowned

IN PICTURES: Miss Mera Cambodia 2024 crowned

Beautiful Than Ratana was last night crowned as Miss Mera Cambodia 2024.The pageant, held at the T.Y Media E-Sports Center in Phnom Penh states that ‘This crown represents the perfect balance between elegance and power. It symbolizes not just physical beauty, but the inner strength, wisdom, and transformative potential that each individual carries. the crown of […]

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frican workers hold first labour conference in Cyprus

frican workers hold first labour conference in Cyprus

African migrant workers and labour organisers gathered in Nicosia’s Old Town on Sunday for Cyprus’s first African workers’ conference. The six-hour event, organised by the Industrial Workers of the World Cyprus Regional Organising Committee (IWW-CyROC) and African community members, combined labour activism with cultural exchange through music and food. Cameroonian community representatives discussed their homeland’s history and current […]

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Cambodia sets 10-year roadmap for PPP projects

Cambodia sets 10-year roadmap for PPP projects

The Royal Government has announced a comprehensive 10-year roadmap outlining potential investment projects to be undertaken through public-private partnerships (PPP) from 2025 to 2035. The PPP investment projects mainly focuses on infrastructure such as roads, bridges, ports, logistics, energy, clean water supply and waste management, according to a recent statement from Prime Minister Hun Manet. […]

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American tourists top the list at Angkor Archaeological Park, while Chinese tourists rank fourth

American tourists top the list at Angkor Archaeological Park, while Chinese tourists rank fourth

According to a report from Angkor Enterprise, on 4 December 2024, American tourists ranked first among nearly 400,000 international visitors to the Angkor Archaeological Park. In the first 11 months of 2024, 898,339 tourists purchased tickets to Angkor Archaeological Park, an increase of 28.33 percent compared to the same period in 2023. This generated nearly […]

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