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Trump sends out trade letters, EU not a recipient but reportedly offered 10% rate with caveats - Newsquawk Europe Market Open
Zero Hedge
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US President Trump sent tariff letters to 14 countries, including Japan, South Korea, South Africa, and Thailand, with tariff rates ranging between 25%-40%. Trump also warned against retaliation, although he also delayed the tariff deadline to...
Preah Vihear Temple Run Celebrates 17th Anniversary of UNESC...
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 07, 2025 -- Cambodia’s Preah Vihear province hosted a landmark running event on July 7 to commemorate the 17th anniversary of the inscription of Preah Vihear Temple on the UNESCO World Heritage List (July 7, 2008 – July 7,...
Phnom Penh Residents Push City Hall Again for Land Titles, Road Construction
CamboJA News
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June 20, 2025
Around 50 residents from two Phnom Penh communities affected by the railway development in Toul Kork, and construction of a 1,600-meter concrete road in Dangkor District, gathered at the City Hall on June 19 to demand for land titles, citing...
Cambodia ex-leader Hun Sen and Thailands prime minister make separate visits to tense border areas
Mint
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June 26, 2025
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — Cambodia's powerful former leader Hun Sen and Thailand’s prime minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, on Thursday made separate visits to border areas as the two countries remain locked in an ongoing dispute that has...
Cambodia ex-leader Hun Sen and Thailand's PM make separate visits to tense border
ABC News - New York
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June 26, 2025
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia -- Cambodia's powerful former leader Hun Sen and Thailand’s prime minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, on Thursday made separate visits to border areas as the two countries remain locked in an ongoing dispute that has resulted in...
India, ASEAN to develop cruise tourism circuits in Bay of Bengal, Indian Ocean
The Economic Times
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June 30, 2025
India will work with ASEAN to develop cruise tourism circuits in the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean, Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal said on Monday. Sonowal inaugurated first ever ASEAN-India Cruise Dialogue here on Monday, according to a...
India eyes boosting cruise tourism with ASEAN nations: Sarbananda Sonowal
The Economic Times
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June 30, 2025
India is promoting cruise tourism with ASEAN member nations, Union Ports Shipping and Waterways Minister, Sarbananda Sonowal said Monday. Speaking at the first ASEAN-India Cruise Dialogue, the minister said India is committed to work closely with...
Gurgaon police arrest Gujarat woman linked to Cambodia-based cyber fraud syndicate
The Indian Express
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June 30, 2025
The Gurgaon police Sunday arrested a 24-year-old resident of Surat in Gujarat at the Delhi airport for her alleged involvement in a cyber fraud racket operating from a call centre in Cambodia.Khushboo was arrested in connection with a “digital...
French Energy Interests Drive Macron's Mediation Offer in Thailand-Cambodia Border Row
The Nation Thailand
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June 30, 2025
Recent high-level meetings between TotalEnergies executives and Cambodia's energy minister have focused on additional investment opportunities beyond the company's existing retail network. The discussions coincide with Cambodia's growing energy...
CDC Approves US$5.8 Billion in Investment Projects in H1, up 81%
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 07, 2025 -- Cambodia approved a total of 373 investment projects in the first half of 2025, representing a 96 percent increase compared to 190 projects during the same period last year, according to a report released today by...
Indonesian Govt Calls for Thorough Response to Job Scams in Cambodia
Tempo.co
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June 30, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Minister of Foreign Affairs Sugiono stated that the issue resolution concerning Indonesian citizens in Cambodia who have fallen victim to job scams must be handled comprehensively. Sugiono said these cases must be addressed...
Middle East tensions fuel travellers' anxiety, resulting in trip changes
TTG Asia
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June 30, 2025
Festering unrest in the Middle East and a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran are keeping travel agents in Asia-Pacific on their toes, as customers seek regular updates and assistance with flight adjustments and trip changes. Travellers are...
Indians’ Vacation Compass Points to Short-haul Locales
ETBrandEquity.com
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June 30, 2025
Representative imageShort-haul destinations such as Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Nepal continue to see steady demand from Indian travellers even as long-haul travel has slowed amid geopolitical tensions, travel...
Malaysia Opens Food and Culture Fest 2025 at Phnom Penh’s Walk Street
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, June 22, 2025 -- The Embassy of Malaysia in Cambodia officially launched the Malaysia Food and Culture Fest 2025 at Walk Street in front of the Royal Palace, Phnom Penh. The event was inaugurated on the afternoon of June 21 under...
Pakistanis now eligible for travel visa-free to 32 countries, here's a list
Dunya News
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Pakistan Pakistan Pakistanis now eligible for travel visa-free to 32 countries, here's a list Close Pakistan’s passport now ranks 100th, it marks an improvement from its 113th position in 2021 Updated On: Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:37:34 PKT ISLAMABAD...
Ministry’s New Directive Mandates Space for Telecommunications Infrastructure in Cambodia
Construction & Property News
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June 30, 2025
In a pivotal step to bolster the nation’s telecommunications capabilities, Cambodia’s Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction has announced a new directive mandating the incorporation of space for telecommunications equipment...
Greater Mekong Subregion Tourism Strategy 2030 paves the way for regional development
TTG Asia
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June 30, 2025
The final draft of the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) Tourism Strategy 2030 has officially launched, outlining key actions for each of the six countries to individually and collectively strive for a brighter tourism future, focusing on...
Pakistan passport rises to 100th; visa-free travel now possible to 32 countries
Daily Times
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June 30, 2025
ISLAMABAD – Pakistani passport holders can now travel visa-free or get visa on arrival in 32 countries, following a rise in Pakistan’s passport ranking in the 2025 Henley Passport Index. This marks a notable improvement from the 113th position...
Cambodia ex-leader Hun Sen and Thailand's prime minister make separate visits to tense border areas
The Independent
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June 26, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Cambodia skips regional talks as Thai PM opens ASEAN coast guard forum in Pattaya
Pattaya Mail
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June 26, 2025
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra opens the ASEAN Coast Guard Forum 2025 in Pattaya and launches joint maritime drills, with Cambodia’s absence highlighting growing regional tensions. PATTAYA, Thailand — Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra...