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Seven COMAC flight instructors arrive in Cambodia; first C909 deliveries expected in November
Seven COMAC C909 flight instructors have arrived in Phnom Penh to support Air Cambodia's preparations. Its first two aircraft are expected in November 2026, subject to progress.
Read the original report or page ↗Southeast Asian city safety ranking places Singapore second and Phnom Penh 13th
Numbeo's 2026 Southeast Asian city safety ranking places Chiang Mai first and Phnom Penh 13th. The index reflects user perceptions rather than official crime statistics.
Read the original report or page ↗Svay Rieng prison transfers detainees to Correctional Centre 3
Detainees were transferred from Svay Rieng provincial prison to Correctional Centre 3 on October 22, with prison departments and authorities in three provinces cooperating.
Read the original report or page ↗Russia frees American Stephen Hubbard after more than four years in custody
Russia released US citizen Stephen Hubbard on October 21 after more than four years in custody, during a visit by a US special envoy.
Read the original report or page ↗Fire destroys four stalls near Santepheap 2 Market in Phnom Penh; no casualties reported
Four jewellery and other goods stalls near Santepheap 2 Market in Por Sen Chey district caught fire on October 22. Firefighters extinguished the blaze; no casualties were reported.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk prepares to host the 12th Sea Festival in 2026
Tourism Minister Huot Hak chaired an October 22 preparatory meeting in Preah Sihanouk, covering responsibilities, security and coastal tourism and biodiversity.
Read the original report or page ↗Outgoing JICA chief representative praises water-supply partnership in Cambodia
Outgoing JICA Cambodia Chief Representative Sanui Kazumasa praised cooperation on clean water supply during a farewell meeting with Minister Hem Vanndy on October 21.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia and Laos seek joint cross-border tourism packages to boost visitor exchanges
Cambodia and Laos held a tourism networking event in Stung Treng on October 21, discussing cross-border travel and joint packages linking their attractions.
Read the original report or page ↗MISTI promotes links between foreign-invested enterprises and local suppliers
Minister Hem Vanndy chaired an inter-ministerial meeting on October 21 to define measures and targets for links between foreign-invested businesses and local suppliers.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet urges public trust in government's handling of border issues and warns against unverified claims
Prime Minister Hun Manet called for public trust and restraint over Cambodia–Thailand border issues at an MSME strategy launch in Phnom Penh on October 22.
Read the original report or page ↗Oil prices rise after US orders embassy staff and families to leave Saudi Arabia
Brent rose to US$110.11 a barrel and WTI to US$98.12 on Thursday, with the report citing regional attacks and a decline in US crude inventories.
Read the original report or page ↗Air Cambodia plans Phnom Penh–Vientiane flights from December, three times a week
Air Cambodia has announced plans to launch direct flights between Techo International Airport and Vientiane on December 15, 2026, with three weekly services.
Read the original report or page ↗Southeast Asia's digital economy projected to reach $368 billion in 2026 as AI drives growth
The e-Conomy SEA report projects Southeast Asia's digital economy at $368 billion in 2026, about 17% above 2025, with AI supporting growth across major sectors.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville welcomes Viking Venus with more than 1,200 passengers and crew
Viking Venus arrived in Sihanoukville on October 22 with 856 tourists and 467 crew members, with an overnight stay planned before sailing to Thailand.
Read the original report or page ↗Ebola spreads from DR Congo to 4 other countries
Read the original report or page ↗New Mexico court orders Meta to pay $25 billion over data privacy scandal
Read the original report or page ↗Russia agrees to resume trilateral talks to end the war in Ukraine
Read the original report or page ↗France Erupts in Major Riots as Protest Wave Spreads Across Europe
Read the original report or page ↗Films From 33 Countries Head to Phnom Penh for 15th Chaktomuk Short Film Festival
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia, ASEAN and US promote cybersecurity cooperation and action against online scams
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet: SME Bank provided nearly US$500 million to more than 3,400 businesses by 2025
Hun Manet outlined MSME support measures, noting nearly US$500 million in policy loans to more than 3,400 businesses by 2025.
Read the original report or page ↗ASEAN urges action against illicit arms trade and support for regional mine action
Cambodia’s UN representative spoke for ASEAN on illicit arms trading and support for ARMAC’s work on mines and explosive remnants of war.
Read the original report or page ↗Samdech Techo reacts with ridicule after extremist group leader calls the Triangle Strategy book a falsification of history
Read the original report or page ↗Kun Khmer event in Siem Reap reaches more than 200 countries through DAZN
The October 18 Kun Khmer event in Siem Reap was broadcast through DAZN to more than 200 countries and territories.
Read the original report or page ↗Russia plans 40,000-tonne diesel cargo to U.S. under new supply arrangement
Reuters reported on October 21 that the first cargo would carry 40,000 tonnes; Trump’s initial supply plan was 300,000 tonnes, about 2.25 million barrels, for U.S. and global markets.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian King receives credentials from new Philippine ambassador as 2027 marks 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties
Read the original report or page ↗Ministry of Environment and EU pledge joint efforts to reduce plastic pollution in Cambodia!
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia and Laos strengthen tourism cooperation under “Two Countries, One Destination” initiative
The two tourism ministers discussed joint promotion, cross-border travel and the “Two Countries, One Destination” initiative in Stung Treng.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian delegation presents procurement needs in Shandong, including agricultural machinery, drones and digital infrastructure
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia and Japan stress Joint Committee meetings as a formal mechanism to address business challenges
Read the original report or page ↗Passengers jump into the sea after fire aboard Indonesian ferry carrying 460 people
The KMP Batumandi was carrying 420 passengers and 40 crew when fire broke out near Merak Port on Tuesday afternoon. The cause remains under investigation.
Read the original report or page ↗UK police re-arrest two men suspected of helping Iran plan an attack at a US air base
Read the original report or page ↗One killed and one missing after French fighter jet crashes during training
A French Mirage 2000D crashed during training near Nancy. One service member was killed and another is missing, with the cause under investigation.
Read the original report or page ↗សម្ដេចឪ lower secondary school in Preah Sihanouk promotes free enrolment for 2026–2027
The school urges parents to enrol their children for 2026–2027. Registration is free and requires a birth certificate copy and three 4×6 photographs.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia at the UN: Chemical Weapons Are Unacceptable Under Any Circumstances
Cambodia reaffirmed its opposition to chemical weapons at the UN First Committee and called for implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention and stronger international cooperation.
Read the original report or page ↗Koh Russey: the natural beauty of an island in Preah Sihanouk province
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia deports 24 Thai nationals and receives 82 Cambodian workers returning from Thailand
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet Again Invites Um Sam An to Cambodia to Discuss Border Dispute
Read the original report or page ↗Two People Detained for Impersonating Soldiers to Solicit Donations from the Public
Siem Reap city gendarmerie detained two suspects on October 20 over alleged impersonation of soldiers to solicit money and supplies from the public.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia Sets Retail Fuel Prices: Gasoline at 5,050 Riel and Diesel at 5,550 Riel per Liter
Cambodia’s fuel prices apply from 1 p.m. on October 21 through November 1, 2026: 5,050 riel per litre for regular gasoline and 5,550 riel for diesel.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia's Anti-Scam Scorecard: How Effective Are the Operations?
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet reiterates conditions for Um Sam An’s border evidence talks
Hun Manet sets the scope, technical basis and stay limits for border evidence talks, which may take place after November 28, 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗A new start behind bars: Prison department trains more than 8,000 detainees
Cambodia’s prison department reports that 8,149 detainees received vocational training in the first nine months of 2026 to prepare for reintegration after release.
Read the original report or page ↗Tensions rise as UK announces fighter jet deployment to Saudi Arabia
The UK will send Typhoon fighters to help defend Saudi cities and critical infrastructure, alongside a transport aircraft and military advisers.
Read the original report or page ↗Philippine gaming tycoon suspected of fleeing to Cambodia! Linked to 34 missing persons, faces multiple arrest warrants
Read the original report or page ↗Rangers Tackle 50 Natural-Resource Offences in Kirirom National Park over Two Months
Read the original report or page ↗Croatian Foreign Minister Visits Tuol Sleng, Expresses Compassion for Victims
Read the original report or page ↗Prince Island at Golden Silver Gulf to offer free vehicle entry and parking from November 1, 2026
From November 1, 2026, all vehicles will be able to enter and park free of charge at the Prince Island scenic area at Golden Silver Gulf.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia Again Calls for Diplomatic Representation to Be Upgraded to Avoid Escalation
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia's top diplomat clarifies to conciliation commission that land and maritime issues cannot be linked, reaffirming they are two separate matters
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