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Two typhoons bring successive effects; heavy rain and strong winds expected in Cambodia from Oct 1–5
Cambodia’s water resources ministry warned of rain, thunderstorms and strong winds from October 1–5 due to indirect storm effects, with coastal waves of about 0.5–1.75 metres.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia to Light Up National Highways with Solar Streetlights Across 13 Provinces and Cities
Cambodia plans solar streetlights across 13 provinces and municipalities, covering about 1,200 km of roads with a budget of about US$6 million. The government hopes to expand the project to all 25 jurisdictions.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk Deputy Governor Urges Stung Hav Power Plants to Strengthen Environmental Protection
Deputy Governor Long Dimanche reviewed environmental management at CEL and CEL II on October 2, calling for stronger safeguards, biodiversity studies and social responsibility.
Read the original report or page ↗Universal Women 2026 Contestants from 48 Countries Visit Preah Sihanouk
Universal Women 2026 contestants from 48 countries visited Preah Sihanouk on October 1–2 to explore its coastal, island and cultural attractions.
Read the original report or page ↗No more detour through Phnom Penh! Pursat to Koh Kong direct as Cambodia's National Road No. 10 opens
Cambodia inaugurated National Road No. 10 on October 1. The 198.518-kilometer road links Battambang, Pursat and Koh Kong, providing a direct route from the west to the coast.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Red Cross and Malaysian Red Crescent Continue to Strengthen Humanitarian Cooperation
The Cambodian Red Cross and Malaysian Red Crescent met in Phnom Penh on October 2 to strengthen humanitarian cooperation and exchange experiences.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen Praises Hun Manet’s Message on Learning from Setbacks at School
Hun Sen praised Prime Minister Hun Manet’s message to Asia Euro University graduates about learning from setbacks at school and in life.
Read the original report or page ↗Breaking! A vehicle fully engulfed in a fierce fire on the Kbal Chhay access road; fortunately, no one was harmed
A vehicle was destroyed by fire on the Kbal Chhay access road at about 2 p.m. on October 2, 2026. Police reported no casualties and said the cause remained under investigation.
Read the original report or page ↗National Bank of Cambodia urges legal action over deliberate misinformation aimed at economic sabotage
The National Bank of Cambodia rejected rumors about difficulties at financial institutions, urged authorities to act against deliberate misinformation and asked the public to verify reports through official sources.
Read the original report or page ↗Don’t trust videos of familiar people right away! Cambodia warns of AI face- and voice-swap scams
Cambodia’s Ministry of Post and Telecommunications warns of deepfake scams, urging people to verify payment requests through familiar phone numbers, protect sensitive information and avoid sharing unverified content.
Read the original report or page ↗U.S. Embassy provides $57,000 grant to strengthen Cambodian experts in Preah Vihear and Koh Ker conservation!
According to the U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh, a US$57,000 grant will expand conservation certification training to Preah Vihear and Koh Ker for 40 more Cambodian foremen and technicians.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian experts join regional cooperation to protect world heritage
Two Cambodian heritage experts joined the Asia-Pacific Dialogue on Heritage and Authenticity in Hanoi and Ninh Binh from September 27 to October 1, 2026, discussing conservation, restoration and community participation.
Read the original report or page ↗Korean Embassy in Cambodia Holds National Day and Armed Forces Day Reception
About 400 guests attended the Korean Embassy’s October 1 reception in Phnom Penh, where speakers discussed cooperation ahead of 30 years of restored ties in 2027.
Read the original report or page ↗Contestants from 48 countries gather in Sihanoukville for an international coastal tour
Universal Women 2026 contestants visited Preah Sihanouk on October 1–2, with tourism presentations and a planned trip to Koh Rong.
Read the original report or page ↗Kratie Mekong Bridge Inauguration Planned for January 5, 2027
The Kratie administration announced a planned January 5, 2027 inauguration. The report separately states that the bridge opened to traffic on April 1, 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗In Just 12 Days! Officers Crack Down on 39 Natural Resource Crime Cases in Preah Soramarith Kossomak "Kirirom" National Park
Read the original report or page ↗PM Hun Manet raises concerns about relying on AI to make decisions
Hun Manet said AI depends on data quality and warned of risks if people rely on it to make decisions, which also involve culture, emotions and circumstances.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian PM says education and health sectors will not be cut in 2027
Prime Minister Hun Manet said proposed 2027 education and health budgets would rise by 4.6% and 1.5%, respectively, from 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗International Forum! Prime Ministers and top leaders from 5 countries visit the Cambodia National Pavilion at the INNOPROM exhibition in Belarus
Cambodia’s Commerce Ministry reported that leaders from five countries visited its INNOPROM.Belarus pavilion in Minsk on October 1 to view agricultural, craft and processed products.
Read the original report or page ↗APSARA Holds a Ceremony to Open the Eyes and Attach the Heads of Two Devata Sculptures at the Gate of Victory in Angkor Thom
On October 1, 2026, APSARA held a blessing ceremony to reattach the heads and open the eyes of two deva statues at Angkor Thom’s Victory Gate, presided over by Culture Minister Phoeurng Sackona.
Read the original report or page ↗Alert! Indirect effects of storms Choi-wan and Surigae bring rain and gusty winds to Cambodia from today through October 4
Cambodia’s water resources ministry forecasts scattered rain and gusty winds from October 2–4, 2026, due to indirect storm effects, with sea waves of 0.50–1.75 metres.
Read the original report or page ↗AOT observes, verifies and reports on the Cambodia-Thailand border situation in Banteay Meanchey!
Cambodia’s Defence Ministry reported that the CLG facilitated an AOT-KH visit to observe, verify and report on conditions at Boundary Pillar No. 27 in Banteay Meanchey on October 1, 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville Provincial TV wishes the motherland prosperity and long-lasting China-Cambodia friendship!
On the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, Sihanoukville Provincial Television sends wishes for prosperity, people’s well-being and lasting China-Cambodia friendship.
Read the original report or page ↗From October 1, online gaming at Cambodian casinos halted
Cambodia announced a suspension of online betting at casinos to review regulation. An official October 1 report said operators had been required to stop by the September 30 deadline.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian National Police and Korea’s Go&Do Sign Disaster Risk Reduction MOU
Cambodia’s National Police and Korea’s Go&Do signed an October 1 MOU covering disaster risk reduction, fire trucks and firefighting training.
Read the original report or page ↗At U.S. request, Cambodia prepares to receive Afghan refugees
Cambodia is preparing to temporarily receive Afghan refugees from Qatar at the U.S. government’s request. A 16-member working group will coordinate arrangements; the final number and duration of stay remain unspecified.
Read the original report or page ↗Same group detained again? Timor-Leste police raid nets 14 Chinese nationals
Local media reported that Timor-Leste police detained 14 Chinese nationals again on September 28, alleging continued involvement in scam call-centre operations while on court-approved bail. The case remains under investigation.
Read the original report or page ↗Labor Minister: Good Conduct and Communication Are Key to Reducing Labor Disputes
Labour Minister Heng Sour and Preah Sihanouk Deputy Governor Samut Sothearith stressed professional communication and accurate translation at an October 1 workplace relations meeting.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet Visits Flood Victims: 44,800 Families Affected Nationwide, Over 1,200 Evacuated in Poipet
Prime Minister Hun Manet visited flood victims on September 28. About 44,800 families were affected and 3,600 evacuated nationwide; Poipet relocated over 1,200 families.
Read the original report or page ↗China Market Fuels Durian Boom in Cambodia; National Federation in the Works
Cambodian durian industry representatives propose a federation to strengthen producer cooperation, improve quality and expand export markets.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet: If You Don't Love the Government or CPP, Criticize Anything Else, But Don't Undermine Our Troops' Morale
Prime Minister Hun Manet urged people to distinguish political criticism from support for national defence, saying political differences should not undermine troop morale.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet Says New Riel Notes Aim to Improve Security and Replace Damaged Notes
On October 1, Prime Minister Hun Manet said new riel notes aim to improve security, while damaged notes or those unfit for circulation would be withdrawn and destroyed.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia-Vietnam Strengthen Cooperation, Exchange Inspection Experiences in Border Provinces
Cambodian Inspection Minister Sok Soken met officials in Ho Chi Minh City on September 30 to discuss exchanges and cooperation between local and border-province inspection agencies.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Red Cross Sends Aid to Flood-Affected Families in Banteay Meanchey
The Cambodian Red Cross sent a team to aid flood-affected families on September 30. Second Deputy Secretary-General You Lana presided on behalf of CRC President Bun Rany Hun Sen.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia Tourism Honored Again with Fifth Consecutive Asia Youth Travel Award
Cambodia won the World Travel Awards’ Asia’s Leading Youth Travel Destination title for a fifth consecutive year. The 2026 ceremony took place in the Maldives on September 27.
Read the original report or page ↗Observing the fifth day of Kan Ben
October 1, 2026 is the fifth day of Kan Ben, when families and Buddhist devotees gather at pagodas to give alms, make merit and dedicate merit to their ancestors.
Read the original report or page ↗ICC-Preah Vihear Meeting Demands Bombing Data from Thailand as Temple Suffers 562 Sites of Damage and 20,000 Displaced Unable to Return Home
The September 30 ICC-Preah Vihear technical meeting reviewed temple damage, clearance and conservation work, and requested attack data from Thailand to support unexploded ordnance removal.
Read the original report or page ↗Reminder: Military service application forms available tomorrow—what documents must citizens prepare?
The National Committee for Military Service Obligation says Cambodian citizens aged 18–25 can collect application forms on October 1–9, 2026 and submit them on October 10–15, with the required identity and residence documents.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia Social Protection Week 2026 opens with focus on resilience and sustainability
Deputy Prime Minister Aun Pornmoniroth opened Cambodia Social Protection Week 2026 on September 30. The event runs through October 1 and covers seven key topics, alongside the launch of an emergency-responsive social protection action plan for 2026–2030.
Read the original report or page ↗No More "Open-Cap Prizes": Cambodia Bans Prize Promotions on Alcohol and Sugary Drinks
Cambodia’s Instruction No. 011 ends prize promotions for alcohol and sugary drinks, including bottle-cap and QR-code rewards. Trade discounts and other goods or services remain subject to specified limits and conditions.
Read the original report or page ↗The King and the Queen Mother of the Khmer Nation return to the homeland, greeted with a warm reception
King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk returned from medical checks in Beijing on September 30. Senate President Hun Sen acted as Head of State during the King’s absence.
Read the original report or page ↗National ID Applications Processed in Sihanoukville Sangkat 3 on September 30–October 1
Sihanoukville municipal police held an ID application campaign at the Sangkat 3 police post on September 30–October 1, 2026, for eligible applicants and holders of expired cards.
Read the original report or page ↗International Experts Review Preah Vihear Temple Restoration, Offer Latest Recommendations
ICC-Preah Vihear experts visited Koh Ker and Preah Vihear on September 27–28 to assess conservation, drainage and structural support and recommend further protection work.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia Rice Federation signs MoU with Cambodia Logistics Association to boost potential and attract more investment!
The Cambodia Rice Federation and Cambodia Logistics Association signed a September 29 MoU on training, information exchange and better transport coordination between rice mills and ports.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia Sets 2027 Minimum Wage for Garment, Footwear and Travel Goods Sectors at US$212
The 2027 basic minimum wage for Cambodia’s textile, garment, footwear, travel goods and bag sectors is US$212 per month, effective January 1, up US$2 from 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia and Thailand Hold Another Border Meeting; Latest Consultations Send an Important Signal
According to Cambodia, the Cambodian and Thai RBC secretariats met at Choam–Sa Ngam on September 29 to discuss existing border agreements, operational coordination and mutual trust, with ASEAN observers present.
Read the original report or page ↗14 sentenced in Vietnam's "ETH" human trafficking case
Vietnamese media reported that Khánh Hòa’s Regional People’s Court No. 8 sentenced 14 defendants in the ETH trafficking case. Vũ Thị Hồng received 14 years; the others received 5 to 10 years.
Read the original report or page ↗Emergency measures launched to save flood-affected rice crops in Tang Kouk district, Kampong Thom province
Agriculture officials inspected flooded rice fields in Tang Kouk on September 29 and coordinated harvesting, bund reinforcement and pumping. Their recovery estimate depended on no further heavy rain.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet Adds US$2 to Set 2027 Garment, Footwear and Travel Goods Minimum Wage at US$212
The 2027 basic minimum wage for Cambodia’s textile, garment, footwear, travel goods and bag sectors is US$212 per month, effective January 1, up US$2 from 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian King and Queen Mother Scheduled to Return from Beijing on September 30
A September 30 advance report said the King and Queen Mother were due to return that afternoon after medical checks in Beijing. Senate President Hun Sen served as Acting Head of State during the King’s absence.
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