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Thursday, Oct 08, 2026

Cambodia's Hun Manet Calls for Renewed Border Surveys With Thailand Under ASEAN Observation

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has called for joint border surveys with Thailand to resume promptly, proposing ASEAN observers to ensure transparency as Phnom Penh seeks to ease tensions, protect cross-border trade and maintain stable bilateral relations.
Cambodia's Trade Turnover Jumps 22% to $58.49 Billion in First Nine Months of 2026
Cambodia's combined imports and exports reached $58.49 billion between January and September, according to the Ministry of Commerce, supported by manufacturing exports and regional demand despite continued weakness in tourism and real estate.
Cambodia's 2026 Growth Forecast Cut to 3% as Property Sector Weakness Persists
International financial monitors have lowered Cambodia's economic growth outlook to 3% for 2026, citing prolonged construction weakness, property-related banking risks and higher energy costs, while urging measures to protect financial stability.
Cambodia Seeks Long-Term International Financing Ahead of 2029 Development Status Graduation
Cambodia is urging international lenders to maintain predictable development support as the country prepares to leave the United Nations' Least Developed Country category in 2029, a transition that could reduce access to preferential trade arrangements and development assistance.
Angkor International Visitor Numbers Fall Nearly 28% as Cambodia Offers Airlines Major Incentives
International arrivals at Cambodia's Angkor Archaeological Park fell almost 28% year on year in the first nine months of 2026, prompting authorities to offer airlines fee discounts of up to 100% on new Siem Reap routes and pursue visa-free travel initiatives.
World Bank and Cambodia Expand Cooperation on Climate Resilience and Green Tourism
Cambodia's Environment Ministry and the World Bank have agreed to deepen cooperation on natural resource management, climate adaptation and sustainable tourism, with initiatives aimed at protecting agricultural communities and supporting greener urban development.
Cambodia Securities Exchange Reports Record Daily Trading Values of Nearly $1.5 Million
Cambodia's stock exchange recorded average daily trading values approaching $1.5 million in September, marking a milestone in efforts to develop domestic capital markets and give businesses more financing options beyond conventional bank loans.
Phnom Penh Ranks Third Among World's Best Big Cities in Condé Nast Traveler Awards
Cambodia's capital has placed third in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards for the world's best big cities, bringing international attention to Phnom Penh's growing cultural, dining and urban tourism offerings.
India's IndiGo to Resume Direct Kolkata–Siem Reap Flights in October
Indian budget airline IndiGo is restoring direct services between Kolkata and Cambodia's Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport after a suspension linked to operating costs, supporting efforts to attract more Indian tourists as arrivals from traditional markets remain under pressure.
Japan's Kitakyushu Explores Clean Water and Wastewater Projects in Cambodia
Cambodian officials are holding talks with representatives from Japan's Kitakyushu city on transferring wastewater treatment technology and improving urban water infrastructure, with a focus on sanitation and reliable clean water supplies in industrial areas.
Angkor Golf Resort Appoints Troon International Ahead of November Reopening
Siem Reap's Angkor Golf Resort, designed by Sir Nick Faldo, has appointed hospitality management company Troon International as a strategic adviser ahead of a planned November reopening, as Cambodia seeks to attract more high-spending international visitors.
Cambodia's APSARA Authority Expands Heritage Protection Training Around Angkor
The APSARA National Authority has introduced additional conservation training for tourism operators and local officials in Siem Reap, aiming to strengthen protection of the Angkor heritage complex while supporting more sustainable cultural tourism.
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