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China-funded Mekong River bridge in Cambodia temporarily open during traditional festival
PHNOM PENH, Sept. 8 (Xinhua) -- A China-funded bridge across the Mekong River in northeast Cambodia's Kratie province was temporarily open to the public for 21 days to facilitate travel during the traditional Kan Ben and Pchum Ben festival, or...
Acting Head of State Hopes for Stronger Cambodia–Philippines...
AKP Phnom Penh, September 08, 2025 -- Acting Head of State of Cambodia, Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, has expressed hope that Cambodia and the Philippines will further strengthen cooperation in the areas of trade and tourism. The...

World : Philippines’ Marcos Lays Groundwork In Cambodia Ahead of Assuming ASEAN Chair Next YearÂ
By Vijian Paramasivam PHNOM PENH, Sept 8 (Bernama) -- The Philippines' President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s visit to Cambodia reinforces Manila’s foreign policy in embracing ASEAN member states in tackling regional security, disaster management and...

US sanctions companies behind cyber scam centers in Cambodia, Myanmar
The U.S. Treasury Department on Monday sanctioned multiple people and businesses associated with cyber scam compounds across Myanmar and Cambodia. The sanctions take aim at the Burmese, Cambodian and Chinese nationals running entities controlling...

Analysts Say Cambodia’s Outreach to Anutin Masks Deeper Political Realities
Cambodia is seeking to restore ties with Thailand under new Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, after the June leak that toppled Paetongtarn Shinawatra, followed by a five-day border conflict in July, however, experts believe the attempt to...

12 Southeast Asian Islands to See Before They’re Ruined by Tourism
Southeast Asia is home to some of the most breathtaking islands in the world, with turquoise waters, soft white sands, and lush jungles. While some islands have become overrun with tourists, there are still hidden gems that remain largely...
Cambodia Emphasizes Media’s Role in Regional Cooperation at...
AKP Kunming , September 05, 2025 -- Cambodia highlighted the crucial role of media in promoting regional cooperation, mutual understanding, and sustainable development at the 2025 South and Southeast Asian Media Network (SSAMN) Annual Meeting,...
Temporary Opening of Cambodia-China Mekong Friendship Bridge...
AKP Phnom Penh, September 08, 2025 — The Cambodia-China Mekong Friendship Bridge in Kratie province has been temporarily opened to the public for the Kan Ben and Pchum Ben festivals, a move aimed at easing travel for celebrants. The temporary...

Maker’s Market provides holiday season shopping bonanza
A popular community market known for providing an affordable, memorable holiday season shopping experience returns to Monument next month. The 29th annual Front Range Maker’s Market will be held Oct. 11-12 at Lewis Palmer High School. More than...
Cambodian PM says new airport "gateway" for international travelers
PHNOM PENH, Sept. 4 (Xinhua) -- Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said on Thursday that the Techo International Airport (TIA), scheduled to begin operations on Sept. 9, will serve as a new gateway for international travelers to the Southeast...

More Filipinos in Cambodia seek rescue from scam hubs – PH envoy
Philippines and Cambodia flags. INQUIRER STOCK PHOTO PHNOM PENH, Cambodia — The number of Filipinos in Cambodia seeking government rescue after being trapped in scam hubs has increased, according to Philippine Ambassador to Cambodia Flerida Ann...

Myanmar delegation attends 19th Ho Chi Minh International Travel Expo
September 08, 2025 Myanmar News Agency 0 Attendees of Tourism Promotion Organization (TPO) General Assembly High-Level Tourism Forum pose for documentary group photo in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The 19th Ho Chi Minh International Travel Expo was...
Cambodia approves investment projects worth 7.2 bln USD in 8 months
PHNOM PENH, Sept. 4 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia attracted a fixed-asset investment of 7.2 billion U.S. dollars in the first eight months of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 50 percent, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) said in a report on...

ENN Group China Aims to Boost Cambodia’s Tourism Through AI Collaboration
In a significant move to enhance Cambodia’s tourism sector, ENN Group, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company based in Hebei, Guangxi Province, has expressed its intention to collaborate with the Cambodian Tourism Association. The...

'I don't dare go back': BBC visits Cambodian villages caught in Thai border conflict
Jonathan HeadSouth East Asia correspondent in Bangkok ShareSave The BBC visited the Cambodian border where a conflict with Thailand has killed dozens and displaced thousands Rolls of razor wire now run through the middle of the village Cambodia...

Cambodia’s GFT industrial potential highlighted at World Textile Exhibition in Shanghai
Cambodia’s GFT industrial potential highlighted at World Textile Exhibition in Shanghai The Textile, Apparel, Footwear & Travel Goods Association in Cambodia (TAFTAC), represented by Deputy Secretary General Kaing Monika, joined the ASEAN...
Philippine President and First Lady Begin State Visit to Cambodia
AKP Phnom Penh, September 07, 2025— H.E. Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr., President of the Republic of the Philippines, accompanied by First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos, commenced their three-day State Visit to the Kingdom of Cambodia this...
Cambodia’s GFT Industrial Potential Highlighted at World Tex...
AKP Phnom Penh, September 03, 2025 -- The Textile, Apparel, Footwear & Travel Goods Association in Cambodia (TAFTAC), represented by Deputy Secretary General Mr. Kaing Monika, joined the ASEAN Federation of Textile Industries (AFTEX) Roundtable...

Celebrating Cambodian culture
Local restaurant Bopha Devi raised more than $2800 for Cambodian Living Arts earlier this year. The NewQuay Cambodian restaurant celebrated its 10th anniversary in October by holding a masquerade fundraiser, which raised funds for an arts...
Cambodia Postpones Water Festival to Focus on Border Situation
AKP Phnom Penh, September 03, 2025 -- The Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) has decided to postpone the celebration of the annual Water Festival, originally scheduled for Nov. 4–6, 2025, along the Tonle Sap River in front of the Royal Palace in...