The Royal Government of Cambodia will develop a national policy to promote the agro-industrial sector in the western region of the country as part of its efforts to diversify the national economy, Prime Minister Hun Manet said on Tuesday. “I have assigned our policy-making committee to draft an investment policy focused on agro-industrial and industrial […]
Synopsis: Air Cambodia to launch flight service to Osaka and Tokyo with one stop in China. The State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA) and Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism signed a memorandum of understanding on the flight service operation between Cambodia and Japan. The MoU was signed by Mao Havannall, Minister in […]
Synopsis: Reconnecting flights and opening new air routes have contributed significantly to the growth of air passengers and foreign tourists to Cambodia. Foreign tourist arrivals in Cambodia’s three international airports soared to 1.21 million in the first five months, a 23 percent increase over the 986,435 visitors recorded during the same period in 2024, a […]
Cambodia’s famed Angkor Archaeological Park earned $26.3 million from ticket sales during the first half of 2025, up 8 percent compared to the same period last year, said an official report released on Tuesday. The UNESCO-listed Angkor attracted 567,673 international tourists during the January-June period this year, up 8.7 percent compared to the same period […]
ABA Bank, the largest commercial bank in Cambodia, announced a strategic partnership with Pethyoeung, a leading local health-tech company, to streamline digital payments across Cambodia’s healthcare sector. Under this partnership, ABA KHQR will be integrated as the default payment method within Pethyoeung’s billing platform, serving its affiliated healthcare providers, including clinics, hospitals, and pharmacies nationwide. […]
The Ministry of Interior, General Department of Immigration has announced the official launch of the new Cambodia v-Pass (Visitor Pass) system, replacing traditional immigration stamps or QR code slips for foreign travelers entering and exiting Cambodia via international airports and seaports, effective July 1, 2025. Following a trial period which began January 1, 2024, the […]
The 2025 Hi View platform and the first Cambodian AI short drama were launched on Sunday, aiming to promote the innovative application of AI-Generated Content (AIGC) technology in Cambodia’s digital cultural industry. The event was co-organised by China’s Guangxi Yaoxiang Cultural Communication Co., Ltd. and Cambodia’s BKL Media Production Company. Pok Borak, Director of the […]
Synopsis: The lucky draw will identify 2,500 families from provincial capitals for eligibility screening to receive three hectares of residential and agricultural land in Stung Treng province. The government has launched the first round of a lucky draw for applicants under the Forest Protection Land Grant Programme for Sustainable Development, which was established last year. […]
PHNOM PENH – Cambodia is to welcome a Saudi Arabian delegation, led by Parliament Speaker Abdullah Bin Mohammed Bin Ibrahim Al-Sheikh, from June 30 to July 4. Khuon Sudary, President of the National Assembly, will first hold a meeting with the delegation, aiming to strengthen and deepen cooperation between the two parliaments in bilateral […]
Synopsis: The impressive surge reflects a significant rebound for a sector crucial to the Kingdom’s economy, demonstrating renewed global confidence in Cambodia as a safe and attractive destination. Cambodia has welcomed almost three million foreign tourists in the first five months of this year, up 11.7 percent compared to the same period last year, according […]
Prince Bank is proud to announce the “718 Clever Merchant Village”, a flagship event commemorating its 10th anniversary, scheduled for July 19 and 20, 2025 at Connexion Mall, Koh Pich. This milestone event not only serves as a celebration of Prince Bank’s decade-long commitment to excellence, innovation and community engagement but also highlights the bank’s […]
Cambodia Investment Review Australia has officially launched its Development Partnership Plan (DPP) 2025–2029 with Cambodia, laying out a renewed five-year strategy that aims to boost institutional strength, expand public service inclusivity, and support sustainable economic growth. The move marks the latest phase in a 70-year bilateral relationship and comes as Cambodia targets upper-middle-income status by 2030. […]
Synopsis: To celebrate 60 years of diplomatic ties, Cambodia and Singapore team up to produce a culinary experience entitled ‘Flavours of Friendship’. In a celebration rich in heritage, flavours, and friendship, the embassies of Cambodia and Singapore marked 60 years of diplomatic relations not only through words but also through a shared table. Held on […]
PHNOM PENH – Cambodia kicked off their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifying campaign with a spirited 1–1 draw against Hong Kong on June 29, 2025, in front of 1,268 fans at Phnom Penh’s Olympic Stadium. Hong Kong struck first in the 31st minute when midfielder Leung Hong Kiu Anke calmly slotted home a penalty. But […]
This week, EuroCham’s Communications team sat down with Daniel Sela, Marketing and Sales Manager at Sela Pepper Cambodia, to explore what makes Cambodian pepper unique, how the company is transforming the spice sector through sustainability and traceability, and what lies ahead for this ambitious local enterprise. Stew: To start, could you talk a bit about […]
Synopsis: Mr Hun Manet asks the stakeholders to diversify export items such as travel products, electronics, solar panels, bicycles among others. Prime Minister Hun Manet Friday emphasised the government’s commitment to making access to a broader market for products through implementing existing free trade agreements (FTAs) and seeking new trade deals to open more markets […]