Cambodia

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

Sides are trading blame over border violations under the current ceasefire; The Royal Thai Navy warned of action if Cambodia fails to remove structures along disputed areas; Cambodia counters that Thailand continues to intrude and escalate tensions

Parliament approved a law stripping citizenship from anyone convicted of treason or colluding with foreign powers; The move, backed by the ruling CPP, strengthens penalties on opposition figures amid an ongoing political crackdown

The restoration of a 27-meter-long enclosure at Ta Prohm Temple is complete: the six-month project, a collaboration between the Apsara National Authority and the Archaeological Survey of India, repaired damage caused by aging and plant roots

Cambodia and Thailand agreed to an immediate, unconditional ceasefire after five days of intense border fighting that killed at least 36 people and displaced around 300.000; Malaysian Prime Minister brokered the deal, with support from the US and China

Cambodia has formally asked the UN General Assembly to intervene in its border dispute with Thailand, after a Thai-triggered firefight in May killed a Cambodian soldier; Phnom Penh also seeks ICJ resolution over several contested temple areas

On the 76th anniversary of Kampuchea Krom’s transfer to Vietnam in 1949, 100 Khmer Krom in New England gathered to honor their roots; Leaders called for cultural rights and justice, highlighting ongoing repression in Vietnam and historical injustice

To tackle high accident rates, mainly due to speeding, strict speed limits have been enforced with radar tech and fines; Minister Sar Sokha promoted a data-driven strategy focused on structural reforms, legal enforcement, and public awareness

A deadly clash on the disputed border with Thailand triggered troop buildups, trench digs, and bunkers; both countries agreed to pull back as civilians are anxious, schools drilling, farmers delaying planting; Cambodia seeks ICJ, Thailand opts for talks

First Khmer-language AI model, enhancing digital access for farmers, students and public services was launched; developed by the Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology, it aims to promote language and digital inclusion

Cambodia finalized a $1,2 billion deal with China to build the 151 km Funan Techo Canal between Mekong River and Gulf of Thailand; A 51% Cambodian-49% Chinese joint venture, it will boost trade and jobs, but raises concerns over ecological impacts

Ream Naval Base was upgraded with new pier and Cambodia-China Joint Logistics&Training Center; PM Hun Manet announced an upcoming visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping, emphasizing commitment to sovereignty, denying any exclusive foreign military presence