Several provinces are hosting or planning boat races to attract domestic and international tourists to enjoy the festivities. Povinces of Kampong Cham, Battambang, Banteay Meanchey, Kandal, Prey Veng, and Kampong Thom have confirmed that they have either held or will hold the festival. Top Sopheak, Spokesman for the Ministry of Tourism, said yesterday that the […]
Siem Reap is set to host its vibrant Water Festival celebration on Nov. 14-15, featuring a variety of activities. In addition to the traditional boat racing, full moon salutations, pounded rice eating, and lantern floating, the city will also hold food and local product exhibitions, concerts, traditional performances, and other entertainment along the Siem Reap […]
Hidden Gems: Siem Reap – With its ancient temples, floating villages, and bustling markets, Siem Reap is a welcome addition to our Hidden Gems destination list. All at once sleepy and vibrant, Siem Reap is a Cambodian provincial capital that boasts a huge array of sightseeing opportunities from colonial and ancient ruins to traditional markets, bustling bars, and lush rice […]
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The nation of Cambodia marked the 12th anniversary of the passing of late King-Father this morning. High-ranking delegations of the Senate, National Assembly and government as well as ministries and institutions took turns to lay wreaths at the late King-Father Samdech Preah Norodom Sihanouk (Preah Borom Ratanak Kaudh)’s Memorial Statue. The statue is located in […]
A version of this article originally appeared in Condé Nast Traveller India. Siem Reap’s biggest draw is its proximity to Angkor Wat—meaning “City of Temples” in the Khmer language, officially the Angkor Archaeological Park—but the second largest city in Cambodia is more than just a gateway to its historical treasures. Move away from its crowded core and Siem Reap […]
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet shared that during a recent ASEAN Summit in Laos, he met with other world leaders to promote the kingdom’s rice exports, speaking on Oct. 14 during the 20th-anniversary celebration of Cambodia’s accession to WTO at Sokha Phnom Penh Hotel. “At the ASEAN meeting, we are negotiating to export rice to […]
Condé Nast Traveler recently announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort being picked as the #3 Top 20 Resorts in Asia. More than 575,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers across the United States submitted responses rating their experiences across the globe to offer a comprehensive look […]
Cambodia earned nearly $9 billion from the export of textile products to international markets during the first three quarters of 2024, marking an increase of nearly 25% compared to the same period in 2023 and representing almost half of the country’s total export revenue. From January to September, the country exported textile products categorised under […]
The 7th annual ‘Young Entrepreneurship Awards’, organised by Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) with support from the Ministry of Energy, Commerce, and Industry and Hellenic Bank, celebrated young Cypriot entrepreneurs for their impact on the country’s economic progress. Keve noted that the awards, now an “annual institution,” seek to inspire and recognise young […]
The 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is holding its annual summit in Laos. The bloc’s members view these summits as a key platform to engage with foreign partners on major issues regarding politics, economy and security. The EU will be represented in Laos by President of the European Council Charles Michel. He has […]
Vietnam and Thailand agreed to coordinate with relevant nations to pilot the “Six Countries, One Destination” initiative to drive regional tourism. Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with his Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra on the sidelines of the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits and Related Summits in Vientiane, Laos, on Wednesday where the two […]
PHNOM PENH: Prince Bank, a leading financial institution in Cambodia, has been honored with the prestigious International Banker Award for the fifth consecutive year, solidifying its position as a trailblazer in the nation’s banking industry. The bank first received this esteemed award in 2020. This accolade highlights Prince Bank’s unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and […]
Cambodia and Thailand Wednesday held talks on establishing special economic zones, enhancing people-to-people connections, promoting tourism, besides strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries. Discussions on the key areas were held during a bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on the sidelines of the 44th and 45th ASEAN […]
Cambodia exported goods worth approximately $19.8 billion during the first three quarters of 2024, up 17 percent from $16.9 billion recorded in the same period last year, a report from the General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia showed on Thursday. From January to September, the Kingdom imported $21 billion worth of goods to […]
Cambodia and Germany have discussed and exchanged views on bilateral development cooperation, and ways to further promote it to the next level, according to the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC). The Cambodian side was headed by Chhieng Yanara, Senior Minister in charge of Special Missions and Second Vice-Chairman of the CDC, while the […]