Governor Vy Samnang of Takeo province on Tuesday endorsed a proposal to establish a special economic zone (SEZ) on a 32-hectare area in Bati district by the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Chaoshan. During a meeting with Taing Lak Hao, President of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Chaoshan at Takeo Provincial Hall, the Governor […]
Larnaca’s hotels are enjoying robust occupancy rates this summer, ranging from 80 to 85 per cent, according to Marios Polyviou, president of the Larnaca Hoteliers Association (Pasyxe). Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA), Polyviou said that “that most visitors are coming from Britain and Israel“, noting that “both July and August performing particularly well”. “We are very […]
The green and digital transitions are creating significant challenges for the labor market, making it imperative to continuously upgrade the knowledge and skills of individuals through lifelong learning activities. This was emphasised, among other things, by the Director General of the Human Resources Development Authority (HRDA), Yiannis Mourouzides, in statements to InBusinessNews, as he highlighted […]
There will be a new issue of Cypriot government bills on Monday, August 26, with the bills having a three-month duration, set to mature on November 29, 2024. Sophic, an online platform that allows clients to invest in government bills, announced this week that it intends to secure a portion of this new issue, continuing […]
Chea Serey, Governor of the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC), and Eli M Remolona Jr, Governor of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), presided over a high-level bilateral meeting and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster closer cooperation between the two central banks on Monday in Siem Reap. The signing ceremony was followed […]
Cham Nimul, Minister of Commerce, presided over the first meeting for the Inter-Ministerial Committee for Monitoring and Evaluating the Implementation of the National Cashew Policy 2022-2027. Nimul, who is also the chair of the Inter-Ministerial Committee for monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the National Cashew Policy 2022-2027, addressed the first committee meeting attended by […]
The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) on Monday launched the ‘Bakong Tourists App’ helping foreign tourists in Cambodia to make payments using the country’s universal KHQR code at over 3.3 million retail merchant outlets. NBC Governor Chea Serey presided over the soft launch of the app at a ceremony in Siem Reap, known across the […]
The PwC Foundation on Tuesday detailed the various initiatives under its youth entrepreneurship pillar, aimed at bolstering young entrepreneurial talents and supporting community projects across Cyprus. These efforts include continuing their partnership with Junior Achievement Cyprus to deliver the “Our Community” programme to 3rd-grade students across Cyprus. Now in its fourth year, the programme, offered […]
The final discussion on the 2025 state budget is expected to take place in mid-September during a Cabinet meeting, according to Finance Minister Makis Keravnos. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA), Keravnos said that the Finance Ministry has completed the preliminary work, including the allocation of expenses for each ministry. He also said that the final touches […]
Under the leadership of Prime Minister Hun Manet, Cambodia’s foreign policy prioritises continuity with the previous administration while actively expanding its international relationships.This approach was emphasised during the 4th Media Forum on “National Policies and Achievements of the Royal Government of the 7th Legislature for Year 1”, hosted by the Royal Government Spokesperson Unit (RGSP) […]
The Miss Grand Cambodia 2024 contestants were out in Phnom Penh today to distribute gifts to Phnom Penh cyclo drivers.The beauties were led by Miss Grand 2024 winner, Sotheary Bee. x
Yes, you can grill halloumi, too, but the cheese’s texture also makes it ideal for fritters, traybakes and even ‘croutons’ Anna Berrill Tue 20 Aug 2024 14.00 BSTShare48 The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. One of halloumi’s greatest assets is that no […]
NICOSIA, Aug 19 (Reuters) – Cyprus on Monday named Costas Kadis, a scientist who held several cabinet posts in previous administrations, as its nominee for a post in the European Commission. If the EU’s parliament confirms the 57-year-old in the role, he will replace Cyprus’s Stella Kyriakidou, who holds the health portfolio. Kadis had not […]
60 years ago, a young girl was forced to leave her beloved island. Today, she’s one of Britain’s most celebrated Cypriots Under the warm sun of Avgorou, a young girl runs barefoot across the fields. Her feet are caked with red earth; her dress dusty; her hair flies loose. From this distance, she can smell […]
Filled with ancient bridges, little-known temples and plenty of off-road adventure, Cambodia’s East Royal Road reveals a unique side of the illustrious Khmer Empire. I set off in a minivan the morning of my birthday and ended up on the back of a dirt bike clutching a Cambodian man I’d never met before. At 07:00, […]
A total of 551,229 tourists visited Cyprus in July 2024, marking a rise of 5.3 per cent from the 523,718 visitors recorded in the same month last year, according to a report released on Monday by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). Over the period from January to July 2024, Cyprus welcomed 2,203,704 tourists, showing an upswing of 3.1 per cent when […]