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Cambodia Reaffirms Strong Commitment to Europe on Rigorous Internal Reform to Attract Foreign Direct Investment
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia and World Bank Discuss Khnong Phsar–Chi Phat Ecotourism Road Project
The Environment Ministry and World Bank discussed CSLEP cooperation, conservation and community livelihoods on October 7, including studies for an ecotourism route linking Khnong Phsar and Chi Phat.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia-Laos Sign MOU to Create a Framework for Deeper Cooperation!
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia medical milestone: Calmette Hospital in Phnom Penh completes the country's first kidney transplant
Cambodia's first kidney transplant at Calmette Hospital was celebrated at the French Embassy on October 6, following years of medical cooperation.
Read the original report or page ↗Colonel Sok Meng Long appointed Acting Commander of Pursat Provincial Gendarmerie, replacing Brigadier General Puth Ly who retires
Read the original report or page ↗Fisheries official and FFI inspect site for technical setup of mussel farming in Peam Krasop fishing community, Koh Kong province
On October 7, fisheries officials, FFI and community representatives inspected concrete posts and floating systems for sustainable mussel farming in Peam Krasop, Koh Kong.
Read the original report or page ↗Samdech Thipadei: I move freely anywhere without concern for personal safety
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia only demands back legitimate territories from Thailand
Read the original report or page ↗On-site inspections to start in October: strict crackdown on covert illegal online gambling
Cambodian agencies plan joint casino inspections from October 2026 to combat illegal online gambling and coordinate investigations and enforcement.
Read the original report or page ↗Ministry of Commerce Holds Workshop on Updates to the Modernization of Commercial Registration to Strengthen Cambodia's Business Climate
Read the original report or page ↗Samdech Thipadei: Protecting Citizens' Lives Is the Royal Government's Top Priority
Read the original report or page ↗New banknotes issued, then questioned as a sign of "no money"? Hun Sen responds with fiscal data
Read the original report or page ↗Air Cambodia Plans New Routes and More Flights Between Cambodia and China
Under its 2026–2027 winter-spring schedule, Air Cambodia plans new and increased China services from December, with Sihanoukville–Chongqing planned for February 1, 2027.
Read the original report or page ↗Ministry of Industry Promotes Japanese Investment and Technology Transfer in Cambodia's Clean Water Sector!
Read the original report or page ↗Beware of thunder, lightning and gusty winds! Cambodia remains under indirect effects of three storms, October 8 to 10
This report covers October 8–10, 2026, with rain, lightning and gusty winds possible in parts of Cambodia and coastal waves forecast at 0.50–1.75 metres.
Read the original report or page ↗Svay Rieng Holds Road Safety Campaign Ahead of Pchum Ben
A road safety campaign in Svay Rieng on October 7 reached 457 participants ahead of Pchum Ben, with helmets and educational materials distributed.
Read the original report or page ↗Southeast Asia keeps up telecom fraud crackdown: Cambodia and Malaysia bust scam dens in succession
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia Puts Up Nearly US$500 Million to Stabilize Fuel and Electricity Prices
Hun Manet said Cambodia had spent nearly US$500 million to cushion fuel and electricity costs; without intervention, fuel prices could have been 9–10% higher.
Read the original report or page ↗14 buses to transport citizens free of charge on Phnom Penh–Preah Sihanouk route for 5 days
Fourteen buses are allocated for free Phnom Penh–Preah Sihanouk travel on October 9–13, 2026. The first departure from Phnom Penh is scheduled for 6:30 a.m. on October 9.
Read the original report or page ↗IMF urges countries to accelerate debt management and address AI impacts
Speaking in Singapore, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva urged faster action on debt, inequality and AI challenges ahead of the annual meetings in Bangkok.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia and Saudi Arabia push for direct flights to boost tourist arrivals between the two countries!
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia coordinates with AOT to observe, verify and report on situation along Cambodia-Thailand border at An Ses area, Preah Vihear province
Cambodia’s Defence Ministry reports that the ASEAN Observer Team visited the An Ses border area on October 7 to observe, verify and report on conditions.
Read the original report or page ↗Ministry of Tourism opens public consultation to seek solutions as foreign tourist arrivals decline
Cambodia’s Tourism Ministry is seeking public and industry feedback on tourism challenges, including declining foreign arrivals, while outlining recovery measures.
Read the original report or page ↗Va Thorn Shows Care for Border Forces Through Visit and Supplies
Read the original report or page ↗43 killed in first 10 days of Kan Ben; heavy vehicles to be suspended for three days
An Interior Ministry report recorded 84 road accidents, 43 deaths and 118 injuries from September 27 to October 6, 2026. Heavy vehicles are to suspend travel on October 10–12.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet reiterates: Cambodia bans e-cigarette production and cannabis cultivation
Read the original report or page ↗Samdech Techo Hun Sen invites citizens to ride free public buses
Read the original report or page ↗PM Hun Manet reaffirms ban on Vape investment and cannabis cultivation in Cambodia
Read the original report or page ↗PM Hun Manet: U.S. Says It Has Spoken With Thailand, Urges Implementation of Kuala Lumpur Peace Agreement
Read the original report or page ↗World Bank Lowers Cambodia’s 2026 Growth Forecast to 3.5%
The report cites a World Bank projection of 3.5% growth for Cambodia in 2026, alongside pressures on consumption, remittances and credit.
Read the original report or page ↗Koh Kong authorities crack down on illegal sand-dredging site in Tatai Wildlife Sanctuary
Koh Kong authorities inspected an unlicensed sand-dredging site in Tatai Wildlife Sanctuary on October 6. Officials reported 15 days of operation and a proposed fine of 22.5 million riel.
Read the original report or page ↗Samdech Thipadei: US urges Thailand to cease escalatory activities and resolve the issue through JBC
Read the original report or page ↗Health Minister: Cambodia seeks long-term cooperation to strengthen doctors' capacity
Read the original report or page ↗Samdech Thipadei: "Doctors are not angels, but carry out a mission for angels"
Read the original report or page ↗From Lao Cai to Anhui: Girl lured and "sold into marriage," investigation continues
Vietnamese border authorities opened an investigation after a girl from Lao Cai was allegedly taken illegally to China and sold into marriage. Two suspects have been arrested.
Read the original report or page ↗Prime Minister Warns Medical Students Against Taking Shortcuts to Obtain Degrees
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia advances water supply regulator setup to accelerate sector reform
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia National Pavilion to Appear at 9th Shanghai CIIE; Registration Closes October 20
The 9th CIIE will take place in Shanghai on November 5–10, 2026. Cambodia is inviting businesses to participate, with visitor registration closing at the end of October 20, Beijing time.
Read the original report or page ↗Three storms influence the southwest monsoon as Cambodia is not in their path
The October 7 report describes the influence of Nolo, Koguma and Choi-wan on the southwest monsoon and says Cambodia is outside their paths.
Read the original report or page ↗Cheap tobacco and alcohol may carry a heavy price: Cambodian experts sound the alarm
Cambodian experts warn that low tobacco and alcohol prices make purchases easier for young people and could increase household costs and pressure on the public health system.
Read the original report or page ↗Vietnam's Prime Minister Le Minh Hung to visit Cambodia; Hun Manet to hold talks
Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung will visit Cambodia on October 9–10 for royal audiences, meetings with parliamentary leaders and bilateral talks with Hun Manet.
Read the original report or page ↗Inspection Minister urges lawful, transparent and fair handling of citizens’ complaints
On October 6, 2026, Inspection Minister Sok Soken chaired a meeting on citizens’ complaints and urged thorough, prompt handling under the law and the ministry’s S4P4 Strategy.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville's Unfinished Buildings Are Disappearing? 128 Projects Have Resumed Construction or Operation
By June 2026, 128 stalled projects in Preah Sihanouk province had resumed construction, completed renovation or reopened, as authorities continued efforts to revive investment.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia and ADB discuss agricultural value chains and improved livelihoods
Cambodia’s Agriculture Minister Dith Tina met ADB sector director Stefania Dina on October 6, 2026, to discuss agricultural modernisation, value-chain connectivity and livelihoods.
Read the original report or page ↗Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung to make two-day official visit to Cambodia
Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung will visit Cambodia on October 9–10, 2026, for royal audiences, courtesy calls and bilateral talks with Prime Minister Hun Manet.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia at a Key Turning Point: Set to Graduate from Least Developed Country Status in 2029
Cambodia is working toward graduation from the UN least developed country category at the end of 2029, while preparing for changes in trade preferences and continuing economic and social reforms.
Read the original report or page ↗Two airports seize drugs in succession: 3 foreign travelers inspected, about 50 kg of suspected cocaine and marijuana
Cambodian customs and immigration officers seized suspected cocaine and marijuana in two airport cases involving three foreign travellers. The people involved and the evidence were handed to anti-drug police.
Read the original report or page ↗PM exchanges land in Antoung Ang area with Ms. Saem Sokha under Royal Government's win-win policy
Prime Minister Hun Manet thanked a resident and provincial officials for pursuing a solution to a land issue in the Antoung Ang area on Phnom 1500 in Pursat province. The area is to remain state public land and be developed for nature tourism.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk gendarmerie detains 22 Chinese suspects in late-night online scam raid
Preah Sihanouk gendarmerie detained 22 Chinese male suspects during a late-night raid on October 4, 2026, and seized computers, phones and other evidence.
Read the original report or page ↗Farewell to Paper Receipts! Cambodia's CDC to Fully Launch Digital Invoices from October 26
According to the latest directive issued by the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) on September 26, a unified digital invoice system will be fully launched on October 26, 2026, covering all public service payments, including on-site transactions and online digital services.
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