Sihanoukville & Cambodia news
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Preah Sihanouk seeks input for 2026–2030 tourism development plan
A March 17 workshop discussed roads, connectivity, tourism villages, cultural activities and night-time amenities, with officials presenting growth, employment and conservation as goals.
Read the original report or page ↗Ten wells reportedly handed over in Tuek L’ak commune, Prey Nob
District governor I Tharin said the clean-water well fund’s head and team handed over ten wells to residents to support daily water needs and community wellbeing.
Read the original report or page ↗Kampot fisheries official says about half of diesel boats go to sea amid fuel pressure
Fishers report using three to four fuel containers per trip, with each rising from over 90,000–100,000 riel to more than 160,000, putting pressure on income and seafood resale margins.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk CCF checks measurement and prices at three fuel stations
The March 16 checks covered Total, Caltex and Peace. The official warned of action over short measure, adulteration, hoarding for price rises and above-limit sales, and listed complaint channels.
Read the original report or page ↗Environment Ministry asks jewellery business to stop open-air gold refining
The report says provincial officers summoned Naak Meas Siang Huol representatives on March 16 over open-air refining and reiterated measures on open burning and industrial combustion without pollution controls.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian immigration report says 1,420 foreigners deported during March 11–15
The report lists 169 women in the overall group and a charter-flight group of 335 Chinese nationals including four women, covering alleged scams and several immigration violations.
Read the original report or page ↗Stueng Hav police assist students and teachers with identity-card applications
The provincial police account says identity-card officers and district police provided two days of application assistance at Hun Sen Keo Phos High School on March 16–17.
Read the original report or page ↗Some Koh Kong fishers suspend trips as petrol costs rise
Khemara Phoumin residents said fuel costs were squeezing incomes, while fisheries officials monitored supplies and prices.
Read the original report or page ↗Wang Wenbin says China will stand with Cambodia against online scams
The ambassador’s March 16 post praised Cambodian operations and pledged continued joint law-enforcement cooperation.
Read the original report or page ↗Kampot aims to finish two tourism projects before Khmer New Year
Governor Mao Thonin inspected a palm-shaped viewing structure and a Khmer-style food street on March 16; reported progress was 60% and 90%.
Read the original report or page ↗China provides police equipment for Cambodia’s anti-scam work
Wang Wenbin and Senior Minister Chhay Sinarith attended the March 16 handover in Phnom Penh.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk joins weekly review of anti-scam operations
Governor Mang Sineth led relevant officials in the March 16 meeting by Zoom.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk invites investment in eco, agricultural and community tourism
The department arranged training on March 16–17 and March 23–24 for two groups, with 61 participants in total, including 40 women.
Read the original report or page ↗New Preah Sihanouk administration building reaches fitting-out stage
Governor Mang Sineth met the contractor on March 16 to review equipment arrangements for the new building.
Read the original report or page ↗Thailand’s second Death Fest invites discussion of life and death
The event brought together end-of-life services and activities intended to help visitors consider death and the people they leave behind.
Read the original report or page ↗Walking Through Cambodia: Visiting the Floating Villages of Tonle Sap Lake
On Cambodia's Tonle Sap Lake, some villages float on the water. Houses, schools and shops all sit on the lake, a way of life that coexists with the water.
Read the original report or page ↗Myanmar reports 86 undocumented foreigners detained in Myawady
The March 14 operation involved people from five countries; authorities said identities were being recorded in Myawady.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia repatriates another 500 Chinese nationals after earlier group of 335
The immigration department said 500 people, including 13 women, were repatriated overnight on March 15–16; another 335 had left on March 14.
Read the original report or page ↗Yat Vinel appointed secretary-general of Cambodia’s commercial gambling administration
A royal decree signed by Acting Head of State Hun Sen appointed Yat Vinel to replace Ros Phirun, with rank equivalent to secretary of state.
Read the original report or page ↗Four Chinese nationals escape moving pickup in suspected trafficking case in Thailand
Thai police investigated after two men and two women escaped from a pickup in Mae Sot and said they feared being taken to a scam compound in Myanmar.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian government spokesman restates border position and concern for citizens abroad
Pen Bona outlined Cambodia’s position on inherited boundaries and existing agreements and discussed the safety of Cambodians in the Middle East and elsewhere.
Read the original report or page ↗Three people reported dead in Tboung Khmum shooting
Early reports on the morning of March 16 said three bodies were found; police were investigating the motive and identities involved.
Read the original report or page ↗Prak Sokhonn meets Australian House Speaker to discuss parliamentary ties
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn met Milton Dick on March 16 to discuss Cambodia–Australia relations and regional issues.
Read the original report or page ↗Agriculture Ministry outlines urgent measures on fuel and fertiliser
Spokesperson Khim Finan described coordination over fuel supplies and talks with fertiliser suppliers, while warning of global price pressure.
Read the original report or page ↗Mang Sineth inspects bridge and junction widening in Sihanoukville
The provincial governor visited work in Sangkat 4 on March 15. The donor-funded improvements are intended to ease traffic.
Read the original report or page ↗Agriculture Ministry asks capital and provincial offices to help farmers secure fuel
Capital and provincial departments are to coordinate fuel and fuel-gas supplies and price monitoring, help farmers resolve difficulties, promote safe storage and report irregularities.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia reports H5N1 infection in a 45-year-old woman
The Health Ministry said on March 15 that the woman in Banteay Meanchey had tested positive the previous day and was receiving isolation treatment.
Read the original report or page ↗Battambang plans traditional New Year activities without large concerts
Governor Sok Lou outlined arrangements for April 14–16, including religious activities, traditional food, folk games and arts.
Read the original report or page ↗Higher fuel costs keep some Sihanoukville fishing boats ashore
Some fishers said rising costs were making trips unprofitable. The March 14–16 diesel price was 6,400 riel per litre, up 350 riel.
Read the original report or page ↗Environment Ministry orders mango factory to stop wastewater discharge
Inspectors alleged missing environmental permits and harmful discharge at a Kampong Speu factory, ordering treatment facilities and other remedial measures.
Read the original report or page ↗288 monk students sit Buddhist lower-secondary entrance examination
Candidates from four provinces attended the March 14 examination for the 2026–2027 academic year, covering Pali, dictation, Vinaya and mathematics.
Read the original report or page ↗288 monk students sit Buddhist lower-secondary entrance examination
Candidates from four provinces attended the March 14 examination for the 2026–2027 academic year, covering Pali, dictation, Vinaya and mathematics.
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