The Khmer Rouge genocide was commemorated on 20 May with ceremonies at Choeung Ek, honoring 1,7 million victims; PM Hun Manet urged unity to prevent such regimes from returning, stressing remembrance as key to preserving peace and democracy

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

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

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