Cambodia denounces Thai army attacks near Preah Vihear Temple, reigniting long-standing border tensions; the UN’s International Court of Justice granted the temple to Cambodia, but the surrounding border remains disputed, causing recurring clashes

Chef Mariya Un Noun of the Smiling Gecko Farmhouse in Phnom Penh has worked in top Michelin-star kitchens in Europe, placing Khmer dishes on international menus, training Cambodian talents, an ambassador of khmer culinary heritage on the global stage

5th National Orchid Forum will promote orchid conservation, sustainable cultivation, and awareness of biodiversity, uniting researchers, farmers, and officials to protect native species

Prime Minister Hun Manet and Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn attended a signing ceremony in Kuala Lumpur of a peace agreement with Thailand; The event was witnessed by US President Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim

During the Sept 21–23 Pchum Ben Festival, a Buddhist holiday honoring ancestors, Cambodia saw over 2.1 million tourists, up 20% from 2024; Most were domestic, with top spots like Siem Reap and Battambang