Numbers continue to grow as the 4th week of Phnom Penh’s Walk Street took place at the weekend. Additional attractions included more traditional dances, a display of Chapi Dang Veng souvenirs, painting groups, and exhibitions in front of the Royal Palace. The Phnom Penh Municipal Administration has put the Walk Street into trial operation two […]
The tourism industry contributed 9.4 per cent to Cambodia’s gross domestic product (GDP) last year, making the sector one of the key drivers of the country’s economy, according to a report from the Ministry of Tourism released on February 24. Cambodia has seen a positive surge in foreign tourist arrivals in 2024, significantly aiding the […]
Yin Li, a senior member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Secretary of the CPC Beijing Municipal Committee, expressed confidence in Cambodia’s continued economic growth and development. Yin registered his appreciation during a meeting with Prime Minister Hun Manet at the Peace Palace yesterday. Both leaders also […]
The unique cultural heritage of Cambodia is not only attracting tourists from far and wide but also driving continuous national economic growth, said Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism on Saturday. Addressing the Cambodia-Korea Art Exhibition (February 20-25) in Siem Reap province, Hak said the exhibition is aimed at promoting Cambodia’s world heritage sites, highlighting the […]
Australian Ambassador to Cambodia Derek Yip and Philippine Ambassador Flerida Ann Camille P. Mayo visited the under-construction Techo International Airport (TIA), located south of Phnom Penh, on Friday as the first phase of the project reaches 94 percent completion. The visit provided the diplomats with an opportunity to witness the progress of the ambitious infrastructure […]
The 2025 Giant Doll Parade event in Siem Reap City, Siem Reap Province, held on February 22, 2025, received overwhelming support from the public and tourists. Mr. Un Sawan, general manager of the giant puppet project, said that for 2025, there were 9 giant puppets, which are characters from myths and legends. Among them are: […]
Rebecca Hunter, Marketing Director of SpaceX & Starlink met with the officials of the Ministry of Commerce (MoC) and the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPTC) and discussed the modernising of digital services in Cambodia. Chea Ratha, Secretary of State of MoC received a courtesy call from the SpaceX & Starlink delegation, examining the possibility […]
SpaceX and Starlink, the two major tech companies founded by Elon Musk, Friday evinced interest in modernising digital services in Cambodia. A delegation led by Rebecca Hunter, Marketing Director of SpaceX and Starlink, met Chea Ratha, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Commerce (MoC) and discussed the possibility of expanding investment in the Kingdom. […]
The National Assembly Wednesday reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable agricultural investment, a pledge made at the ASEAN RAI Guidelines Review held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on February 18-19. With $130 million allocated under the Pentagonal Strategy to boost production, support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and modernise the sector—plus $4 million for agricultural technical support—Cambodia […]
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet received the visiting Managing Director at SpaceX – Starlink Rebecca Hunter at the Peace Palace yesterday. During the meeting, Rebecca Hunter briefed the Premier on the operations of SpaceX – Starlink services and highlighted that Cambodia is a high-priority destination for the company’s investment in 2025. Hunter also informed the […]
The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) Wednesday extended its support to the ‘Cambodia-Japan Joint Economic Cooperation’ project for the sustainable expansion of Japanese businesses in Cambodia. The initiative was reinforced during a meeting between Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the CDC, and a Japanese delegation led by Watanabe […]
I am delighted to be able to celebrate the birthday, on February 23, of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan and thus Japan’s National Day, with the people of the Kingdom of Cambodia. Last year, we were able to maintain the momentum generated by the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan […]
The Cambodia Chamber of Commerce will host the Cambodia-ASEAN Business Summit 2025 from March 5-6 at Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra in the capital. Prime Minister Hun Manet will preside over the summit, and is expected to speak on how the Royal Government of Cambodia is committed to supporting ASEAN businesses and fostering shared prosperity, CCC […]
Phnom Penh, February 17, 2025 — Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, received here at the Peace Palace this afternoon Mr. Zhang Chaomin, Chairman and CEO of Infinite Capital Holdings (ICAP). On the occasion, Mr. Zhang Chaomin briefed the Cambodian Premier on ICAP’s business operations, saying that the […]
The listed-Phnom Penh Autonomous Port (PPAP) reported an increase in its business operations in January this year, reflecting the improving economic conditions of the Cambodian economy. In an unaudited revenue report for January 2025 filed to the Cambodia Securities Exchange last week showed that the volume of fuel cargo transited was 456,419 tons, an increase […]
The Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) and the United States Congress Monday discussed strengthening cooperation in key sectors, including the economy, trade, investment, education, health, and mine clearance. Nearly a month after Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, a US Congressional delegation led by Jimmy Panetta, Representative of […]