Cambodia's Ministry of Interior has announced the detention and dismissal of 77 police officers implicated in illegal online scam operations. The crackdown is part of Prime Minister Hun Manet's campaign against cybercrime syndicates, as the government seeks to tackle corruption and rebuild international confidence in the country.
Cambodia's Hun Manet Signs Three Cooperation Agreements in Azerbaijan to Expand Trade Ties
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and a business delegation have signed three agreements in Baku covering economic cooperation, education and double taxation. The visit, part of a wider diplomatic tour including Kazakhstan and Turkey, aims to attract foreign investment and diversify Cambodia's international trading relationships.
Cambodia Proposes ASEAN Observers for Future Border Negotiations With Thailand
Prime Minister Hun Manet has proposed involving observers from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations in future border demarcation talks between Cambodia and Thailand. The initiative seeks to improve transparency and build mutual confidence as both countries work toward a peaceful resolution of their border disputes.
UNICEF Warns 1.3 Million Cambodian Children Face Water Shortages and Climate Risks
UNICEF has warned that severe El Niño conditions and changing weather patterns are putting more than 1.3 million children in Cambodia at risk from water shortages and agricultural disruption. Cambodian authorities are urging water conservation and accelerating infrastructure projects to protect supplies ahead of the dry season.
Cambodia's Siem Reap Airport Expects 1.5 Million Passengers by End of 2026
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport has handled more than 14,700 flights and expects passenger traffic to exceed 1.5 million by the end of 2026. The $1.1 billion airport is supporting the recovery of tourism and international air connectivity to Cambodia's main cultural destination.
Cambodia Records 2.16 Million Visitor Trips During Pchum Ben Holiday
Cambodia's Ministry of Tourism reported more than 2.16 million visitor trips during the three-day Pchum Ben holiday, with Siem Reap and Kampot among the most popular destinations. The figures highlight strong domestic travel activity and the importance of improved transport connections to regional tourism.
Cambodia Expands Use of Artificial Intelligence for Climate and Disaster Preparedness
Cambodian environmental policymakers are promoting greater use of artificial intelligence to forecast extreme weather and improve disaster response ahead of the COP31 climate summit. The initiative focuses on protecting agricultural communities in the Mekong basin from increasingly severe droughts and flooding.
Cambodia Launches Plastic Reboot Project to Reduce Waste in Major Tourism Cities
Cambodia has introduced the Plastic Reboot Cambodia initiative to reduce plastic pollution across the food, beverage and hospitality industries. Initially targeting Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Preah Sihanouk, the program promotes waste reduction and circular economy practices in major urban and tourism centers.
German-Backed Demining Operations Clear More Than 58 Square Kilometers in Cambodia
Humanitarian mine clearance efforts supported by Germany have cleared more than 58 square kilometers of Cambodian land since 1993, benefiting approximately 500,000 people. The continuing program is helping make rural areas safer for farming, community development and tourism.
Siem Reap Advances Smart City Plan to Attract Technology and Tourism Investment
Siem Reap's provincial government is accelerating the second phase of its Smart City development program, aiming to improve digital infrastructure and urban services. The plan seeks to attract technology businesses, remote workers, property investors and eco-tourism operators while reducing the city's dependence on seasonal tourism.