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Environment Ministry Reports Blocking Over 20 Million Cubic Metres of Wastewater in 2025
The ministry reported preventing 21,818,687 cubic metres of wastewater from polluting public waters in 2025 and automatic monitoring systems installed at 54 business and factory sites.
Read the original report or page ↗CMAC Steps Up Explosive-Remnant Risk Education for Displaced People in Banteay Meanchey
CMAC continued risk education in Banteay Meanchey across December 31–January 1, urging returnees to avoid suspected hazardous areas, leave suspected ordnance untouched and report it.
Read the original report or page ↗National Bank to Prioritise Front-Line Soldiers’ Relief Requests as Applications Rise
A January 1 notice asked displaced borrowers to understand priority coordination for front-line soldiers; soldiers awaiting a response from lenders were asked to contact the National Bank.
Read the original report or page ↗Around 100,000 Displaced People Return Home Following Ceasefire, Ministry Reports
The ministry reported 103,177 returns between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. on January 1, leaving 409,186 displaced people, including 214,525 women and 131,413 children.
Read the original report or page ↗Pich Chanmony Sends New Year Wishes to Cambodian People, Soldiers, Police and Armed Forces
Dr Pich Chanmony urged learning, strength and unity after the pain of 2025, thanked soldiers, police and armed forces, and wished Cambodia renewed peace in 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗Some Banteay Meanchey Schools to Reopen on January 5, With Four Exceptions
Schools in five Banteay Meanchey districts or cities will resume on January 5, except Chok Chey and Prey Chan primary schools and Banteay Mean Rith’s primary and lower-secondary schools.
Read the original report or page ↗Thailand Accused of Quietly Crossing the Cambodian Border
The report’s analysis criticised alleged Thai container, flag and fence deployments near Banteay Meanchey and Pursat, calling for treaty-based settlement and renewed JBC negotiations.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville Seaside Night Market
Sihanoukville Seaside Night Market
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville Golf Private Advisory Board
Sihanoukville Golf Private Advisory Board
Read the original report or page ↗Kampot collects nearly 90 tonnes of waste after New Year's Eve
Kampot Green says it collected nearly 90 tonnes of waste after New Year's Eve, deploying 67 workers and seven vehicles.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville Nightlife
In Sihanoukville, there is more than one way to enjoy the night. When food meets music and lights set the mood, T-ONE Music Bar & Restaurant brings dinner, performances and socializing together in one evening.
Read the original report or page ↗Frontline remains calm as 18 Cambodian soldiers are released
Cambodia's Defence Ministry said the frontline remained calm as of 4pm on January 1, after Thailand released 18 Cambodian soldiers the previous day.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia–Thailand ceasefire sees residents return and border schools reopen
After the December 27 ceasefire, border residents are gradually returning and schools reopening, though some areas remain off-limits and many students cannot yet return.
Read the original report or page ↗Farmers in four provinces to receive about $13 million in agricultural capital support
Nine modern agricultural cooperatives in four provinces are to receive about $13 million, including over $12 million in low-interest loans and nearly $1 million in grants.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville welcomes SIRENA with 633 tourists for a one-day New Year visit
The Marshall Islands-flagged SIRENA brought 633 tourists to Sihanoukville for a one-day visit, with departure scheduled for 5pm the same day.
Read the original report or page ↗Six Chinese nationals caught crossing Thai–Cambodian border, suspected of scam links
Thailand's navy says six Chinese nationals were detained while trying to cross illegally into Cambodia; suspected links to transnational crime and telecom scams remain under investigation.
Read the original report or page ↗Indian businessman proposes India–Cambodia fund to build a new Vishnu statue
Cambodia–India Business Association president Kiran Kumar Reddy Churukanti proposes a fund to build a large new Vishnu statue in Cambodia as a heritage symbol and tourist attraction.
Read the original report or page ↗Health Minister makes unannounced visit to National Maternal and Child Health Center
Chheang Ra visited the National Maternal and Child Health Center without prior notice on December 31, stressing quality, safety and dignity in services for mothers, infants and children.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville reports 195,263 New Year's Eve visitors, up 34.35%
Sihanoukville's tourism department reported 195,263 visitors on December 31, up 34.35%, with subdued New Year gatherings amid concern for displaced people and frontline troops.
Read the original report or page ↗China voices readiness to deepen its ironclad friendship with Cambodia in the New Year
In his 2026 New Year message, Chinese Ambassador Wang Wenbin expressed readiness to work with Cambodia to deepen ironclad friendship and build an all-weather community with a shared future.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet to freed soldiers: “It took a little time, but we never forgot you”
Hun Manet met the 18 Cambodian soldiers released by Thailand on December 31, saying the government had fulfilled its commitments to their lives, health and safety, and freedom.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia reaffirms one-China policy and calls for peaceful resolution of disputes
Cambodia's Foreign Ministry reaffirmed its one-China policy on December 31, opposed Taiwan independence in all forms and urged relevant parties to ease tensions and resolve disputes peacefully.
Read the original report or page ↗Kampot women's association brings aid to 909 displaced families in Angkor Chey
Hun Chanty Mao Thonin led the Kampot women's association branch in visiting and assisting 909 displaced families staying temporarily with relatives in Angkor Chey on December 31.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia officially launches 5G mobile service from January 1
The telecoms ministry says Cellcard, Metfone and Smart will provide 5G from 00:01 on January 1, 2026, initially in Phnom Penh and designated provincial areas before further expansion.
Read the original report or page ↗US welcomes release of 18 Cambodian soldiers as a step towards restoring trust
The US welcomed Thailand's release of 18 Cambodian soldiers and said it was ready to support both governments as they implement measures agreed in the October 26, 2025 joint statement.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen's 2026 New Year message calls for patriotism and national unity
Senate President Hun Sen urged patriotism and national unity in his 2026 New Year message to defend sovereignty, restore and safeguard peace, and advance the 2030 and 2050 development visions.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen meets 18 Cambodian soldiers after their safe return home
Senate President and Cambodian People’s Party President Hun Sen met 18 Cambodian soldiers after their safe return home at the January 7 Palace in Phnom Penh on January 1, 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia officially launches 5G services from January 2026
The telecoms ministry announced a January 2026 commercial 5G launch, with Cellcard, Metfone and Smart serving initial coverage areas before phased expansion.
Read the original report or page ↗Heroes return home: Hun Manet meets 18 released soldiers
Hun Manet and his wife met 18 released soldiers on December 31, praised their contributions and outlined three missions involving safety, stability, freedom and dignity.
Read the original report or page ↗Germany, UK and Australia welcome return of 18 Cambodian soldiers released by Thailand
German, British and Australian representatives welcomed the December 31 return of 18 Cambodian soldiers and called for a stronger ceasefire, de-escalation and renewed trust.
Read the original report or page ↗Germany, UK and Australia welcome return of 18 Cambodian soldiers released by Thailand
German, British and Australian representatives welcomed the December 31 return of 18 Cambodian soldiers and called for a stronger ceasefire, de-escalation and renewed trust.
Read the original report or page ↗Released Cambodian soldiers reunite tearfully with families at Phnom Penh airport
Eighteen released Cambodian soldiers arrived at Phnom Penh’s former international airport by military helicopter on December 31 and reunited with families after more than five months apart.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian police rescue Chinese and Myanmar nationals in coordinated operations
Cambodian police completed several December rescues of Chinese and Myanmar nationals after assistance requests coordinated through the Lancang-Mekong law-enforcement centre.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk traffic police prepare for 2025–2026 New Year celebrations
Traffic police in Preah Sihanouk deployed officers at key locations to help residents and domestic and international visitors travel safely during New Year celebrations.
Read the original report or page ↗Sangha council asks roadside roast-cattle sellers to screen displays out of respect for Indian visitors
The Sangha Nayaka secretariat head asked roadside roast-cattle vendors to screen their displays, citing religious officials’ earlier restrictions on such public displays.
Read the original report or page ↗Singapore’s scam-caning provisions took effect on December 30, with up to 24 strokes
Singapore’s Home Affairs Ministry said caning provisions for specified scam and syndicate offences took effect on December 30, 2025; certain enablers may receive up to 12 strokes at the court’s discretion.
Read the original report or page ↗Australian Embassy calls release of 18 Cambodian soldiers a positive step towards restoring trust
Australia’s embassy welcomed the December 31 return of 18 Cambodian soldiers and urged continued compliance with December 27 GBC commitments; AOT and ICRC observed their return.
Read the original report or page ↗509 buildings demolished as Myanmar’s KK Park crackdown continues
Myanmar authorities demolished five buildings in KK Park’s third zone on December 26–27, taking the reported total to 509 of its original 635 buildings; operations were set to continue.
Read the original report or page ↗Thousands of Cambodians warmly welcome 18 soldiers released by Thailand
Thousands welcomed 18 Cambodian soldiers returning through Prum checkpoint in Pailin on December 31, with AOT and ICRC observing their return.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen visits staff preparing aid supplies for border evacuees
Hun Sen visited aid-preparation staff on December 30, checking packaging and distribution plans and calling for supplies to reach evacuees in provinces along the Cambodia–Thailand border safely and promptly.
Read the original report or page ↗Breaking: 18 Cambodian soldiers return home this morning
Eighteen Cambodian soldiers returned home on the morning of December 31 after a handover at the Pailin border checkpoint, following a reported 155 days in Thai custody.
Read the original report or page ↗Report: Cambodia’s government, Defence Ministry and armed forces never abandon their soldiers
Pailin Governor Ban Sreymom welcomed 18 soldiers released at Prum checkpoint on December 31 after 155 days in Thai custody; the report recounted sustained efforts to secure their safe release.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian foreign minister cited no specific drone incident in TVK interview, ministry says
A December 30 ministry clarification said Prak Sokhonn cited no specific drone incident or number, but urged regular diplomatic and military contacts to verify reports and prevent misunderstandings.
Read the original report or page ↗Kratie police detain Kbal Damrei commune police chief on suspicion of involvement in drug case
Kratie police said commune police chief Hom Yu and another person were detained on December 29 on suspicion of involvement in a drug case; proceedings were continuing and details remained unavailable.
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