Asia Cambodia A landfill operator in Koh Kong province has been fined after authorities found evidence of illegal trash burning, violating environmental regulations; The practice caused air pollution and posed health risks to nearby communities;
Asia Cambodia CN19 Club, one of Cambodia’s leading Kun Khmer boxing clubs, plans a multi-million-dollar investment to raise young fighters, funding training centres, scholarships and international exposure, aiming to elevate Cambodia’s global profile in the sport
Asia Cambodia Ahead of February 14, Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts urged parents, guardians and relevant authorities to educate young people on the true meaning of Valentine’s Day, and to promote dignified expressions of love in line with Cambodian cultural norms
Asia Cambodia A US Navy warship docked at Ream Naval Base, signalling renewed naval cooperation; The visit seeks to counter concerns over China’s role in upgrading the base, which Phnom Penh says remains under Cambodian control and open to multiple partners
Asia Cambodia 150 ancient Khmer bronze antiquities will be lent to a travelling exhibition in Henan, China, where they’ll be shown at multiple venues to showcase Khmer artistic heritage; The loans aim to deepen ties with China and highlight Cambodia’s civilisation
Asia Cambodia An airstrike carried out by Thailand hit Cambodia's logistics hub in Poipet, escalating the border conflict; Bangkok claims it targeted military assets, while Phnom Penh condemns the attack as unjustified aggression that endangers civilians and stability
Asia Cambodia 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
Asia Cambodia 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
Asia Cambodia 5th National Orchid Forum will promote orchid conservation, sustainable cultivation, and awareness of biodiversity, uniting researchers, farmers, and officials to protect native species
Asia Cambodia 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
Asia 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
Asia Cambodia 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
Asia Cambodia 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