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Commerce minister warns stocked stations refusing to sell could face penalties
Cham Nimul said inspectors would check closed stations and asked the public to report operators allegedly waiting for higher prices before reopening.
Read the original report or page ↗Dith Tina discusses pepper-processing investment with German envoy and Fuchs
The March 12 meeting with Stefan Messerer and a delegation led by Nils Meyer-Pries explored agricultural cooperation and potential processing investment.
Read the original report or page ↗Sar Sokha attends groundbreaking for new Preah Sihanouk police headquarters
The March 12 ceremony in Sangkat 3 also included the handover of five Toyota Hiace vehicles for provincial police duties.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia approves 105 investment projects worth over US$966 million in two months
CDC reported about 39,000 potential jobs, including February registrations of 42 projects worth roughly US$166 million with about 24,000 potential jobs.
Read the original report or page ↗Prak Sokhonn meets Singapore’s Lawrence Wong, discusses ties and border developments
During a two-day official visit, Prak Sokhonn called on Lawrence Wong on March 11, 2026, discussing bilateral ties and briefing him on recent Cambodia–Thailand border developments.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia opens Mekong–Lancang training on tourism service, skills and innovation
Tourism Minister Huot Hak opened the international course in Kampot on March 11, bringing together more than 200 experts and professionals from countries in the region.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian spokesperson denies PM set post-New-Year timetable for border talks
Responding to Thai reporting on March 10, Cambodia’s spokesperson said Hun Manet had not posted that JBC talks would resume after the New Year and called for prompt joint survey work.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian and Chinese firms sign cashew MoU for initial US$35 million export plan
Samheng Bora witnessed the March 11 signing for M23 in-shell cashews, with an initial export plan worth about US$35 million and an ambition to expand to US$400 million.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville raid detains 13 foreign scam suspects and seizes equipment and guns
A joint team raided a location in Village 2, Sangkat 3, on March 10 afternoon. Thirteen suspects and seized items were transferred to provincial police for further investigation.
Read the original report or page ↗Twenty international journalists cover Phnom Penh anti-scam operation
The report says international journalists covered the March 10 Golden One condominium operation. Police reported detaining sixty-five suspects and seizing computers and phones; investigations continued.
Read the original report or page ↗Ou Treh pagoda seeks meal and financial support for March 14 Buddhist school exam
About 330 monk candidates and examination committee members are expected for the Buddhist lower-secondary entrance exam. The pagoda appeals for meals, drinks or donations.
Read the original report or page ↗Cham Nimul chairs fifteenth continued IP committee meeting on two draft strategies
The March 11 meeting offered preliminary comments on 2026–2030 strategies for geographical indications and for genetic resources, traditional knowledge and cultural expressions, requesting further technical discussions.
Read the original report or page ↗Shaanxi police detain fugitive suspected of security work at Cambodian scam compound
Police in Zichang identified a wanted scam suspect during a migrant-worker check on March 9. Police say he had worked in security at a Cambodian compound; the case was transferred for further handling.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Interior Ministry reports 77 detentions in 14 gang-related cases in early March
The March 1–7 report lists 77 people detained while files were prepared for judicial authorities. Police continued identifying and tracing those who fled.
Read the original report or page ↗Huot Hak stresses human capital as a foundation for competitive, sustainable tourism
At the second Mekong–Lancang training-of-trainers opening in Kampot on March 11, the minister emphasised service quality, competency-based training and product innovation.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian immigration agency reports 724 foreign nationals deported March 7–10
The agency said the group included 163 women and people from fifteen countries and regions, with differing immigration and alleged scam-related violations.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Tourism Ministry responds to safety concerns and welcomes visitors
The ministry’s March 10 statement calls Cambodia safe, stable and friendly, describes transport and anti-scam measures, and cites about 5.57 million international arrivals and US$3.7 billion in tourism revenue in 2025.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk workshop discusses 2024–2030 population and development framework
The March 11 workshop addressed local planning and monitoring of the ICPD Programme of Action, emphasising health, family planning, demographic change and protection for vulnerable groups.
Read the original report or page ↗Prak Sokhonn reiterates peaceful border settlement and proactive diplomacy
At the closing of the Foreign Ministry’s March 5–6 annual meeting, Prak Sokhonn emphasised international law, bilateral agreements, strategic communication and good-neighbourly cooperation.
Read the original report or page ↗VINCI pledges stronger tourism-promotion cooperation with Cambodia
Huot Hak met VINCI Airports executive Emmanuel Menanteau on March 10 to discuss airport developments and international tourism promotion.
Read the original report or page ↗Eighty-nine Takeo fuel stations temporarily close after supply interruptions
The report put licensed stations at 400 and listed March 11–13 prices of 5,200 riel for regular petrol and 6,050 riel for diesel per litre.
Read the original report or page ↗Chinese woman charged over alleged S$100 bribe at Changi Airport
The woman was charged on March 10 over an alleged December 26 attempt to obtain entry permission; the report said her next court date was April 7.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet scheduled to chair Cabinet review of draft anti-scam law
A March 13 Cabinet meeting was expected to consider the Justice Ministry-led draft and review progress in anti-scam operations.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia reports 21 road deaths in first week of March
The Interior Ministry reported 41 crashes and 55 injuries nationwide from March 1 to 7.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia records eight fires in first week of March
The Interior Ministry said fires from March 1 to 7 affected seven houses, two rooms, a forest area and household property.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia lists March 11–13 petrol at about US$1.30 and diesel at US$1.51
The report put the increases at 18.18 percent for regular petrol and 17.48 percent for diesel.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian fuel prices rise as some outlets continue closing
Regular petrol was listed at 5,200 riel and diesel at 6,050 riel per litre until March 13; the ministry required at least one day’s notice before closure.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk calls 51 premises to meeting on anti-scam registration
The March 10 meeting requested staff and guest details from casinos, hotels and condominiums and stressed foreigner registration and legal duties.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk governor inspects Preah Thong statue and garden repairs
Mang Sineth reviewed improvements in Bit Trang, Kampong Som city, on March 10 and urged faster repairs and cleaner surroundings.
Read the original report or page ↗CMAC receives four demining robots for planned frontline deployment
CMAC said the machines were jointly developed with Japan’s IOS and would help clear explosive remnants of war and mines.
Read the original report or page ↗Peace Petroleum launches approximately US$7.5 million fuel-storage project
The March 10 groundbreaking in Stung Hav district marked a project the company said would create jobs and support stable fuel supplies.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville announces March 11–12 drone ban around ceremony site
The restriction concerned the provincial police administrative-building groundbreaking; Sar Sokha and Say Sam Al were scheduled to preside on March 12.
Read the original report or page ↗Angkor Wat at dawn highlights Khmer architecture and natural beauty
The sunrise scene combines the temple’s architecture with its natural surroundings, drawing domestic and international visitors.
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