Cambodia’s generational shift: The fear of loyalty and the fear of age

Cambodia’s generational shift at the top level, prime minister level, has been hailed as one of the most peaceful and stable transition that Cambodia has ever experienced. Nonetheless, below that level, the public is still puzzled with the general …

What options can Cambodia explore to find a way out of Trumpism?

Minutes after President Trump read out the reciprocal tariffs on April 3, all hell broke loose in most economies across the globe. Cambodia was imposed a staggering 49 percent tariffs. Trumpism at its worst – was what some leading economists told Khmer …

‘Cambodia-China Tourism Year’ gets fillip with President Xi’s backing

Chinese President Xi Jinping, during his recent state visit to Cambodia, has pledged to promote increased Chinese tourism and encourage Chinese investors to come to Cambodia, as both countries designate 2025 as the ‘Cambodia-China Tourism Year’. Chinese …

Cambodia pushes for stronger trade cooperation with Japan

The Cambodian Private Commercial Center in Atsugi City, Japan, has emerged as a key platform for promoting Cambodia’s trade, investment, tourism, and culture to Japanese businesses and the public, said Seang Thay, Secretary of State at the Ministry of …

Cambodia, China seal $1.1B deal on Funan Techo Canal with 51-49% ownership

The Royal Government Friday unveiled details of the Public Private Partnership (PPP) contract worth $1.156 billion between Cambodian and Chinese companies for the development of the Funan Techo Canal (FTC) project, structured under a 51-49 percent …

Xi’s visit elevates Cambodia-China relations to new heights

The two-day state visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping to Cambodia has significantly strengthened strategic security cooperation and deepened the “ironclad” friendship between the two nations, further elevating the China-Cambodia community of shared …

Cambodia, China ink MoUs to boost innovation, AI, and energy cooperation

Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation Hem Vanndy (R) and Chair of the National Development and Reform Commission Zheng Shanjie (L) display the signed document as Prime Minister Hun Manet (Rear-R) and President Xi Jinping (Rear-L) …

Cambodia, Kazakhstan prioritize tourism, vow to strengthen cooperation in the new year

Minister of Tourism Huot Hak (L) with Yerkinbayev Yerzhan, Deputy Minister of Tourism and Sports of Kazakhstan. MoT During his official visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan on April 20, Minister of Tourism Huot Hak had lunch and working discussions with …

Over 800 international tourists visit Cambodia via cruise ship

Cathay United Bank Cambodia unveils payment portal for tourism boost

The launch aligns with a tourism boom that saw Cambodia welcome 6.7 million international visitors in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic numbers. With destinations like Siem Reap and Phnom Penh ranking among Asia’s top travel hotspots, the need for efficient …