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Cambodia’s 2025 foreign trade reaches US$65.24 billion, up 17.66%
Cambodia’s full-year foreign trade reached US$65.24 billion in 2025, up 17.66%, according to the Commerce Ministry. Exports rose 16.95% to US$31.28 billion and imports increased 18.32% to US$33.96 billion.
Read the original report or page ↗Truck drivers protest at Takeo customs over allegedly excessive per-truck charges
Truck drivers gathered outside Takeo customs on January 8, alleging charges of 70,000 riel per vehicle without invoices and seeking a reduction to 30,000–40,000 riel. Customs officials called for representatives to negotiate and the gathering to disperse.
Read the original report or page ↗Smiles as domestic and international tourists visit Bayon Temple in Siem Reap
Domestic and international visitors toured Bayon Temple in Siem Reap on the morning of January 8, learning about its history and the meanings of its sculptures from guides, deepening their appreciation of Khmer ancestors’ work.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian civil aviation spokesman denies harassment or discrimination against Thai passengers
Civil aviation spokesman Sinn Chanserey Vutha denied harassment of Thai passengers on January 7, distinguishing returning travellers with clear records from arrivals with no prior entry record subject to security questions and supporting-document requirements.
Read the original report or page ↗Five Cambodian MMA athletes head to China for Asian championship and 2026 Asian Games qualifier
An eight-member Cambodian delegation, including five athletes, is taking part in the third Asian MMA championship and Asian multi-sport Games qualifiers in Luzhou, China, from January 9 to 11.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville city governor bans beach vendors from overcharging tourists
Sihanoukville city governor Sor Kakada urged beach vendors on January 9 to support tourism, warned of strict action against overcharging and told them to stop leaving furniture and other items on public beaches.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia says Thai drones entered its airspace and pledges a lawful response
Cambodia’s Interior Ministry said on January 8 that Thai drones made 27 incursions overnight. Cambodia said it had banned drone flights in border provinces and authorised military counter-drone systems when necessary.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian tourism board reviews 2025 work and sets resilience and competitiveness plans for 2026
Tourism Minister Huot Hak chaired the tourism market research and promotion board’s eighth meeting on January 8 to review 2025 results, assess challenges and set its 2026 work programme.
Read the original report or page ↗Chinese fraud suspect wanted over about RMB22 million arrested in Bangkok
Thai immigration police arrested a 49-year-old Chinese man surnamed Zhu in Bangkok on January 8 over alleged fraud and extortion involving about RMB22 million. Authorities plan judicial cooperation with China on a possible handover.
Read the original report or page ↗Boeng Tumpun 1 deputy police post chief faces discipline if complaint-handling misconduct is found
Phnom Penh police investigated a young man’s allegations that a deputy police post chief refused his complaint, used improper language and pulled his hair. Police said proven disciplinary violations would be reported for action without exception.
Read the original report or page ↗Construction starts on roughly 215-metre GIA Norah tower with investment exceeding US$85 million
The GIA Norah tower project in Phnom Penh New City has begun construction, with a planned height of about 214.8 metres, 48 floors and 253 units. Reported investment totals approximately US$85.435 million.
Read the original report or page ↗Tourism minister inspects Techo Peace Park at Dam 95, a prospective Preah Vihear attraction
Tourism Minister Huot Hak and Preah Vihear governor Kim Rithy inspected Techo Peace Park at Dam 95 on January 7, monitoring ongoing work intended to ensure safety, attractive design, creativity, quality and standards.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia says 27 Thai military drones entered Pursat and Preah Vihear
Cambodia’s Interior Ministry said on January 8 that two Thai drones entered Pursat and 25 entered Preah Vihear the previous night. It said it was monitoring frontline developments and working alongside the armed forces.
Read the original report or page ↗China provides a second round of humanitarian aid for Cambodia’s border-displaced people
China provided a second round of humanitarian aid for Cambodia’s border-displaced people on January 8, valued at RMB20 million, reported as US$2.8 million. The first round arrived on December 28, 2025.
Read the original report or page ↗Yu Jia Cheng factory workers resume work after blocking National Road 3 in protest
Labour Ministry spokesman Sun Mesa said on January 8 that Yu Jia Cheng factory workers had returned after senior officials resolved their protest the previous day. The dispute concerned year-end payments and holiday leave.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia’s international trade exceeds US$65 billion in 2025, up about 18%
Cambodia recorded about US$65.24 billion in international trade in 2025, according to the Commerce Ministry’s annual report, with imports of US$33.96 billion and exports of US$31.28 billion.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia lends 150 bronze antiquities for exhibitions at three museums in China
Cambodia is lending 150 bronze antiquities for a three-venue exhibition in China, starting at the Hebei provincial museum in late 2026. The culture minister requested strong safeguards during the loan.
Read the original report or page ↗NBC says Prince Bank depositors may seek withdrawals with documents in legal priority order
In its January 8 notice, NBC said Prince Bank depositors should prepare documents for withdrawals in legal priority order, while borrowers must keep repaying. New banking services, including deposits and credit, were suspended.
Read the original report or page ↗CDC: New cement plant in Kratie to involve about US$286 million in investment
The CDC says a new cement plant in Kratie will involve about US$286 million and could create around 420 jobs. A ministry official says operations are planned for late 2026 or early 2027.
Read the original report or page ↗Kampong Thom authorities intensify action against illegal fishing
Joint forces in Kampong Thom destroyed illegal fishing gear in several areas and released more than 30 kilograms of fish. Major-General Som Sun called for continued daily enforcement and an end to illegal fishing.
Read the original report or page ↗Peace came from veterans’ real sacrifices on real battlefields, not by chance
Chhuor Sopanha visited ailing veteran Sa Kimsan in Kampong Speu on January 7, recalling veterans’ sacrifices and the younger generation’s responsibility to maintain ongoing care.
Read the original report or page ↗Koh Kong authorities warn fishers against entering Thai-controlled areas after four Cambodians detained
Koh Kong governor Chhi Va urged lawful fishing near Cambodian shores and against venturing deep into Thai-controlled areas. She said authorities were coordinating with Thailand to bring four detained Cambodian fishers home safely.
Read the original report or page ↗PM warns of dismissal for officials shielding illegally entered foreigners in collective accommodation
A January 5 sub-decree provides for dismissal of officials shielding illegally entered foreigners and fines of four million riel per person for owners or managers, without prejudice to criminal penalties. Temporary stays must be reported within 24 hours.
Read the original report or page ↗US and South Korean missions discuss transnational crime and lasting peace at the Cambodia–Thailand border
US Chargé d’Affaires Bridgette L. Walker and South Korean Ambassador Changyong Kim discussed cooperation against organised transnational crime, a lasting peaceful border solution and Cambodia’s development.
Read the original report or page ↗Vegetables grown under Pech Chanmony’s initiative near harvest for soldiers’ families and displaced people
Vegetables tended daily by displaced people at Chhouk Rungsi centre are growing well and will soon be harvested for daily meals. The activity follows the Siem Reap governor’s guidance and Pech Chanmony Hun Manet’s initiative.
Read the original report or page ↗January 8–10 forecast: Temperatures may fall to 15°C in highlands and 17°C in lowlands
The January 8–10, 2026 forecast gives average minimum temperatures of 17°C in lowlands, 15°C in highlands and 18°C along the coast, with no rain in the listed areas and average wave heights of 0.50–1.00 metres.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Interior Ministry reports Thai reconnaissance drone incursions
Cambodia’s Interior Ministry reported Thai reconnaissance drone incursions on January 5 and 6, alongside coordination with the armed forces. It also reported displaced people’s returns and shelter needs and called for checks and restoration of public services.
Read the original report or page ↗Interior Ministry says Thai reconnaissance drones continued entering Pursat and Koh Kong
The Interior Ministry said on January 7 that Thai reconnaissance drones entered Pursat and Cham Yeam on January 5, with three further drones reported on January 6. It said front-line monitoring and coordination with the armed forces were continuing.
Read the original report or page ↗Thai navy reportedly detains four Cambodian fishers; authorities seek their release
Four Cambodian fishers and one boat were reportedly seized near Koh Yo, Koh Kong, at 11:30 am on January 6. Governor Chhi Va said they were taken to Trat, Thailand, and Cambodian authorities were seeking their release.
Read the original report or page ↗Proposed 455-hectare Shanghai SEZ in Kampong Speu enters review
A single-window meeting reviewed an application for the proposed 455-hectare Shanghai SEZ in Kampong Speu; the project remains under assessment and guidance.
Read the original report or page ↗Collapsed culvert blamed for National Road 4 subsidence; crews backfill road
The ministry attributed the subsidence to an over-60-year-old culvert and rainwater erosion. Temporary backfilling and safety signs have allowed traffic to resume.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia postpones real-estate capital gains tax to 2027
A recent GDT announcement postpones real-estate capital gains tax to January 1, 2027, while gains on the other listed assets remain taxable from January 1, 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗Vietnamese police dismantle online football betting ring involving about US$3 million
Ho Chi Minh City police reported on December 31 that they had arrested 24 people in an online football betting case involving over VND80 billion, about US$3 million.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen’s January 7 Victory Day message calls for unity and defence of sovereignty
Marking the 47th anniversary of January 7 Victory Day, Hun Sen urged national unity and reaffirmed peaceful solutions, ceasefire commitments and defence of sovereignty.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen: Government’s third year in 2026 brings firm commitment to people and territorial integrity
In his January 7 Victory Day message, Hun Sen reaffirmed protection of the people and territorial integrity, a just and lasting peace, and national unity.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh governor orders sustained crackdown on online scams and gambling
Khuong Sreng urged police, military police and Phnom Penh’s 14 districts to sustain action against online scams and gambling and inspect suspected scam premises of any size.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Chinese Businessman: Liang Qingliang Interview Clip 3
Continued expansion of policy measures in Sihanoukville.
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