Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has concluded a two-day visit to Phnom Penh, securing six bilateral agreements covering manufacturing, border security and supply chain cooperation. The deals aim to deepen economic ties between Cambodia and Vietnam while strengthening coordination across their shared border.
Singapore Joins ASEAN Observer Mission Monitoring Cambodia-Thailand Border
Singapore has deployed two military officers to an ASEAN observer mission overseeing the Cambodia-Thailand border following recent peace agreements. Cambodia's Defence Ministry welcomed the deployment, which supports regional efforts to maintain security and protect important cross-border trade and tourism routes.
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet Begins Diplomatic Tour of Azerbaijan, Turkey and Kazakhstan
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and First Lady Pich Chanmony have arrived in Azerbaijan at the start of a diplomatic tour that also includes Turkey and Kazakhstan. The visits aim to expand Cambodia's economic partnerships, attract foreign investment and strengthen commercial ties beyond Southeast Asia.
Cambodia and US Treasury Discuss Financial Oversight and Digital Asset Regulation
Officials from the National Bank of Cambodia and the US Treasury Department have held talks on financial stability, energy prices and the regulation of digital assets. The discussions focused on strengthening financial supervision and technical cooperation as Cambodia develops its approach to cryptocurrency and other digital financial services.
Cambodia Introduces Visa-Free Entry for Chinese Tourists Through October
Cambodia has launched a temporary visa-free entry programme for Chinese nationals, running until the end of October. The initiative is intended to encourage more visitors from China, support hotel bookings and strengthen the tourism recovery in Siem Reap ahead of the peak winter travel season.
Siem Reap-Angkor Airport Offers Airlines Up to 100% Fee Discounts to Attract New Routes
Cambodia's Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport has introduced incentives offering airlines discounts of up to 100% on selected operating fees for new scheduled routes. The programme aims to attract more direct international flights and increase visitor arrivals to the country's main cultural tourism destination.
Cambodia Securities Exchange Gives Preliminary Approval for First Finance Social Bond
Cambodia's securities regulator has granted in-principle approval for microfinance institution First Finance to list a social bond on the Cambodia Securities Exchange. The company is the third to receive preliminary bond-listing approval this year, with the proposed financing intended to support affordable housing and small business development.
Cambodia Secures Compensation for More Than 200 Garment Workers After Factory Closure
Cambodia's Labour Ministry has negotiated a settlement covering unpaid wages and statutory benefits for more than 200 employees affected by the closure of Sahakreas Create Bridge in Kandal province. The agreement provides financial relief to workers and addresses labour obligations in the country's important garment manufacturing sector.
Cambodia's Angkor Tourism Outlook Improves Amid Crackdown on Online Scam Networks
Tourism analysts expect visitor arrivals at Cambodia's Angkor Archaeological Park to recover as authorities intensify action against online scam operations. The government campaign aims to improve international confidence in Cambodia's safety and strengthen the country's reputation as a cultural tourism destination.
Siem Reap Expands Community Tourism Beyond Angkor Temples to Tonle Sap and Rural Villages
Tourism operators in Cambodia's Siem Reap province are developing more experiences around Tonle Sap's floating villages, traditional silk workshops and rural communities. The initiatives aim to encourage visitors to stay longer and spread tourism spending beyond the Angkor temple complex to local businesses and households.