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Participant With a Disability Joins Angkor Dictation to Promote Khmer Literature and Culture
A participant with a disability said joining Angkor Dictation was about promoting national literature and Khmer culture rather than winning; the Education Ministry stressed building Khmer reading and writing from early grades.
Read the original report or page ↗Tourism Operators See Opportunity to Strengthen Cambodia’s Tourism Amid Border Crisis
Siem Reap tourism operators said the border crisis had hurt business but saw opportunities in air-travel shifts and the Chinese visitor visa-exemption policy, while urging consideration of other source markets.
Read the original report or page ↗Prak Sokhonn Says Chen Zhi’s Arrest Reflects Cambodia’s Commitment Against Transnational Crime and Online Scams
In a January 14 Reuters interview, Prak Sokhonn said Chen Zhi’s arrest followed a long investigation and reaffirmed cooperation with the United States, China, South Korea and neighbouring countries against transnational crime.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia Responds With On-the-Ground Account as Thailand Denies Crossing Border
Thailand denied crossing the border, while Cambodia alleged Thai barriers and positions in disputed Pursat areas harmed civilians and urged existing boundary mechanisms, neutral verification and dialogue.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh Begins Clearing Roads Around Daeum Kor Market
Phnom Penh began infrastructure, pavement and drainage works around Daeum Kor Market on January 18, barring encroachment on public roads while properly located stalls inside the market remained unaffected.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk Concludes January 7 Cup Badminton Tournament
A January 18 closing ceremony in Preah Sihanouk marked the 47th January 7 Victory Day anniversary and 25th January 7 Cup, with 156 players from 12 clubs competing in 10 events across 98 matches.
Read the original report or page ↗Third Samner Angkor Dictation Announces Three Winners in the 18-and-Under Group
The third Samner Angkor dictation announced its 18-and-under winners on January 18, with gold, silver and bronze trophies and prizes of 5 million,3 million and 2 million riel respectively.
Read the original report or page ↗Chinese Embassy Again Urges Cambodia to Protect Citizens Amid Missing-Person Cases
Ambassador Wang Wenbin urged stronger protection and rescue of Chinese citizens during a meeting with Sar Sokha, highlighting unlawful detention, violence and online scams; Cambodia said it was taking firm enforcement measures.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone Reports 217 Resident Enterprises by 2025
SSEZ said 20 new enterprises brought its total to 217 in 2025, with about 3,000 new jobs and roughly 35,000 workers overall as it developed key manufacturing industries.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia’s First Lady Joins Produce Collection for Soldiers, Police and Displaced Civilians
First Lady Dr Pech Chanmony Hun Manet joined produce collection at Phnom Penh Thmey Primary School on January 18, preparing community-grown crops for soldiers, police and war-displaced people in camps and safe centres.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Foreign Ministry Protests Thai Military Actions at the Border
Cambodia’s foreign ministry protested on January 17 against Thai troops reinstalling barbed wire in Thmor Da, saying it affected civilians’ safe return and urging full implementation of the December 27 joint statement.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia’s First Lady Hands Over Four Homes to Fallen Soldiers’ Families in Tboung Khmum and Kampong Cham
Dr Pech Chanmony Hun Manet handed over one home in Tboung Khmum and three in Kampong Cham to fallen soldiers’ families on January 17, also bringing condolences, money, household supplies and food.
Read the original report or page ↗Woman Found on Sihanoukville Street Goes to Hospital After Police Intervention
A woman found lying on a Sihanoukville street regained consciousness and went to hospital by tuk-tuk with public assistance after police checked her belongings; the report described her nationality as likely Chinese.
Read the original report or page ↗Public Works Minister Inspects Damage to Victory and Me Tuek Bailey Bridges in Pursat
Peng Ponea led a January 17 inspection of damaged bridges on National Road 55 and its old route in Pursat; a temporary diversion had been arranged, and he ordered Bailey-bridge and approach-road repairs.
Read the original report or page ↗Chinese Cruise Ship “Zhao Shang Yi Dun” Calls at Sihanoukville With Tourists From 18 Countries
“Zhao Shang Yi Dun” docked in Sihanoukville on January 18 with 266 tourists, including 142 women and 174 Japanese nationals, plus 330 crew, before a planned 5 p.m. departure for Thailand.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh Seizes About 300,000 E-Cigarette Devices and Related Goods Worth Millions
Phnom Penh gendarmes raided an alleged illicit e-cigarette outlet on January 15, seizing 268,504 devices and 69,615 pods among other goods;58-year-old owner Tang Sok Heng was arrested for further proceedings.
Read the original report or page ↗Chinese Cruise Ship Zhao Shang Yi Dun Brings Tourists of 18 Nationalities to Sihanoukville
Zhao Shang Yi Dun arrived at Sihanoukville on January 18 with 266 tourists and 330 crew, with a one-day call and departure for Thailand scheduled for 5 p.m. the same day.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Chinese Businessman: Liang Qingliang Interview Clip 6
Young people must stay on the right path, stay away from gambling, drugs and negative people, keep the right circle, work steadily, and diligent people will always find a way out.
Read the original report or page ↗Svay Rieng Vows Sustained Action Against Online Scams and Seeks Accommodation Operators’ Cooperation
The provincial unified command asked casino, hotel, guesthouse and collective-accommodation owners to assist anti-scam operations, deny lodging to relevant suspects and report information promptly.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia Announces Summer Visa-Exemption Pilot for Chinese Visitors
Tourism Minister Huot Hak outlined a June 15–October 15, 2026 visa-exemption pilot for Chinese passport holders and asked CATA to align its annual planning with the Green Season Action Plan.
Read the original report or page ↗Daguang Food Group Plans Livestock and Food-Processing Investment in Preah Sihanouk
Daguang Food Group outlined plans for a livestock and food-processing base as part of its 2026–2030 international strategy; Governor Mang Sineth welcomed the proposal and offered necessary provincial support.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh Raids Two Suspected Online-Scam Sites, Detaining 75 Foreign Nationals
Inspections in Makara and Sen Sok on January 16 found 75 foreigners suspected of online-scam and unlawful-residence offences; the cases remain under investigation.
Read the original report or page ↗Sun Chanthol: China Remains Cambodia’s Largest Source of Investment Capital
In a January 16 China News Service interview, Sun Chanthol said China remained Cambodia’s largest investment-capital source, welcomed lawful investment from all countries and urged Chinese investors to consider further opportunities.
Read the original report or page ↗Photo Exhibition Traces Phnom Penh’s Transformation Over Three Decades
Held during the city’s 2025 review and 2026 planning meeting, the exhibition presented urban development; Khuong Sreng introduced it to Sun Chanthol, who praised the administration’s long-term governance work.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk hosts 25th January 7 badminton cup to mark 47th Victory Day anniversary
The 25th January 7 badminton cup takes place in Preah Sihanouk on January 17–18, 2026, with 10 events and 195 delegates and male and female athletes from 12 clubs.
Read the original report or page ↗Tea Seiha urges Koh Kong to eliminate technology-related crime and support national development
At Koh Kong’s annual work conference closing on January 17, Tea Seiha called for action against technology-related crime, stronger human-resource training and improvements to public services.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian official: arresting Chen Zhi and others is only the first step
In a January 16 interview with China News Service, Sun Chanthol said the arrest and deportation of Chen Zhi and other suspected online scammers was only the first step in continued action against online fraud.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian foreign minister: continued Thai occupation prevents about 4,000 displaced families from returning
Prak Sokhonn told Reuters that about 4,000 displaced families could not yet return because Thai troops continued to occupy some Cambodian civilian areas and obstruct access to villages, posing risks to the ceasefire.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia–Canada trade exceeds US$1 billion in 2025
Cambodian customs figures put 2025 trade with Canada at US$1.334 billion: US$1.271 billion in Cambodian exports and US$63 million in imports. The two sides will also explore investment protection and double-taxation agreements.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister: “Ironclad” China ties and Belt and Road cooperation are key to development
Sun Chanthol said Belt and Road cooperation provides important support for Cambodia’s infrastructure and growth. Cambodia welcomes lawful investment from all countries and will continue combating online scams to safeguard its investment and tourism environment.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia has 46,000 enterprises and more than 2.14 million jobs
The Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training said Cambodia had about 46,000 enterprises and factories employing more than 2.14 million people as of December 2025. Over 80,000 vacancies remained, with information available through hotline 1297.
Read the original report or page ↗Final procedures still pending: Cambodian bird’s nests could begin formal exports to China in 2026
Cambodia’s bird’s-nest industry hopes to begin formal exports to China in 2026, with registration and coordination still under way. The association says about 1,000 nest houses are registered in Cambodia and six firms are designated for priority coordination; exports remain subject to China’s quarantine and enterprise-registration requirements.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville CCF officials provide food-safety education at the provincial polytechnic institute
Sihanoukville’s CCF branch and provincial commerce department held a January 16 session for students and teachers at the provincial polytechnic institute on food safety, consumer protection and drug-related dangers.
Read the original report or page ↗ASEAN Observer Team checks severe damage at three sites in Pursat
The ASEAN Observer Team visited three civilian sites in Pursat on January 16 to observe, verify and report on conditions: O Phluk Damrei, Hun Sen Thma Da Health Centre and Chey Chumneah crossing.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister meets senior Chinese public-security official, pledging priority action against scams
Sar Sokha met Chinese Assistant Minister of Public Security Liu Zhongyi on January 15 to discuss closer law-enforcement cooperation and preventing and combating transnational crime. Cambodia reaffirmed its priority on cybercrime and continued cooperation with China and relevant international organisations.
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