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Cambodia records six road deaths and 73 injuries on February 27
National Police reported 12 crashes, six at night; 11 people were seriously injured and 62 sustained minor injuries.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen holds telephone talks with Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy
Cambodia’s acting head of state discussed national developments, cooperation and the 35th diplomatic anniversary planned for 2027.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh raid detains 81 foreign suspects in alleged romance-scam operation
The February 26 operation reportedly detained 72 Chinese and nine Myanmar nationals; suspects and equipment were transferred to police for investigation.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia receives 74 Khmer antiquities returned by Latchford family
The Culture Ministry said the return followed a 2020 agreement and included pre-Angkorian and Angkorian sculpture and ritual objects.
Read the original report or page ↗Sar Sokha announces stricter foreigner accommodation and employment reporting
The report describes March enforcement and a KHR4 million penalty for intentionally concealing or accommodating a foreigner who entered illegally.
Read the original report or page ↗China reports more than 159,000 telecom-fraud cases concluded over five years
The Supreme People’s Court briefing described more than 338,000 defendants sentenced and proceedings against the Ming and Bai criminal groups.
Read the original report or page ↗Angkor Wat central-tower sunrise alignment expected in late March
The report places viewing on March 21–23 in the early morning and describes the link between Khmer architecture, astronomy and belief.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet says thriving cities underpin tourism and economic growth
His message for the 13th National Clean City Day stressed cleanliness, green development, safety, hospitality and cultural preservation.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia rejects Thai diplomat’s allegation of military use of Preah Vihear Temple
A February 27 Foreign Ministry statement said the temple served peaceful, cultural and religious purposes and distinguished site security from military use.
Read the original report or page ↗Land Ministry announces fencing of former Padivatt Primary School building
The February 26 notice concerns a building at Streets 144 and 49 in Phnom Penh, with physical fencing planned for March 3 after resident consultations.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian mine authority urges caution over reports of border landmines
The authority called for factual, responsible communication and joint technical checks, while setting out Cambodia’s position on the mine-ban convention.
Read the original report or page ↗Culture Ministry urges designers to research Khmer traditional clothing
A February 26 guideline stressed original forms, contexts and cultural value to avoid misuse or alterations that harm traditional identity.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen asks Kun Khmer federation to temporarily withdraw two fighters’ bans
He proposed waiting until the athletes and delegation returned from overseas competition before resolving the issue in a spirit of unity and national interest.
Read the original report or page ↗19th Cambodian products, fruit and vegetable exhibition opens in Siem Reap
The February 26–March 1 exhibition brings together businesses, farmers, producers and exporters to expand markets for national products.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian King and Queen Mother leave for health checkups in Beijing
King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk departed Techo International Airport for Beijing on the morning of February 27 for scheduled health checkups.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian mine authority urges careful, responsible reporting on border mine discoveries
CMAA called for evidence-based reporting and joint technical verification of border mine discoveries, while reiterating Cambodia’s position that it had laid no new mines.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia’s 2025 employment estimated at 10.7 million, with 4.9 million in services
The report cites Labour Minister Heng Sour on 2025 employment, estimated at 10.7 million, around 800,000 above 2024, including 4.9 million in services.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian defence ministry says ASEAN observers inspected damaged civilian sites in An Ses
The ministry said AOT visited An Ses in Preah Vihear on February 26 to inspect homes and infrastructure Cambodia says were damaged by Thai attacks in December 2025.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk police clarify BMW collision with officer and driver’s drug-test result
Police said a 25-year-old Chinese BMW driver was detained after a February 24 collision with an officer. His alcohol test was negative and drug test positive; legal procedures continued.
Read the original report or page ↗Mang Sineth briefs Senate commission on Preah Sihanouk’s education and tourism development
Mang Sineth briefed the Senate’s Seventh Commission, led by Chhit Sokhon, on February 25 about education, religion, culture and tourism, including provincial figures for 2025.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet returns after 12-day working visit
Hun Manet returned on February 26 after a February 15–26 trip that included the Board of Peace meeting in Washington and working visits to Switzerland and Belgium.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian immigration authorities report 816 deportations on February 24
The report says 816 foreigners from 14 countries, including 63 women and 494 Chinese nationals, were deported on February 24, with many linked to online-fraud cases.
Read the original report or page ↗Japan reiterates support for peaceful resolution of Cambodia–Thailand border dispute
According to Cambodia’s Foreign Ministry, Ambassador for Mekong Cooperation HAYASHI TEIJI met Acting Foreign Minister Eat Sophea in Phnom Penh on February 25 and reiterated Japan’s support for peace.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Defence Ministry reports ASEAN observer visit to Preah Vihear Temple area
Spokesperson Maly Socheata said AOT visited the Preah Vihear Temple area at 10 a.m. on February 26, with Cambodian coordination, to observe, verify and report on post-ceasefire conditions.
Read the original report or page ↗Senate’s Seventh Commission studies foreign-language teaching at Hun Sen Mittapheap Primary School
The commission, led by Chhit Sokhon, visited Hun Sen Mittapheap Primary School in Sihanoukville on February 25, with Deputy Governor Samut Sothearith attending.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia’s education ministry says foreign video was dubbed in Khmer to mislead viewers
The ministry said Khmer audio had been added to a foreign video to create the impression of violence against a girl in a Cambodian classroom, and urged reliance on clearly sourced information.
Read the original report or page ↗Tourism Ministry and Preah Sihanouk review tourism investment data
Tourism Secretary of State Ny Phally and Deputy Governor Samut Sothearith led a February 26 meeting on reviewing project inventories and updating tourism investment data in the province.
Read the original report or page ↗Prak Sokhonn presents Cambodia’s allegations in Geneva and calls for Thai troop withdrawal
Speaking at the Human Rights Council’s 61st session high-level meeting on February 24, Prak Sokhonn presented Cambodia’s allegations and called for implementation of agreements and peaceful settlement.
Read the original report or page ↗Interior Ministry calls for transparent enforcement of protected-area land-certificate measures
The instruction followed an Environment Ministry letter concerning land occupation and forest clearing in Prey Lang Wildlife Sanctuary, Preah Vihear.
Read the original report or page ↗Daily trade remains lively at Kampong Pranak market in Preah Vihear
The report describes food and household-goods stalls, busy mornings and the market’s role in local livelihoods and community exchanges.
Read the original report or page ↗Mang Sineth says security has improved but scam perceptions persist abroad
At a February 25 meeting, the Preah Sihanouk governor discussed security assessments, checks at casino sites and provincial enforcement powers.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet says most scam proceeds do not enter Cambodia’s government
In an AFP interview, he said illicit networks harmed tourism and Cambodia’s economy while acknowledging indirect benefits to some businesses.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet tells AFP authorities did not know of Chen Zhi’s alleged scam role
He described the former adviser’s January transfer to China and said Cambodian nationality had been revoked after an investigation.
Read the original report or page ↗Twenty-one suspects detained at alleged online-scam site in Ou Baek K’am
The February 25 operation involved 16 Chinese, one Indian, two Pakistani and two Nepali nationals; the premises were temporarily closed.
Read the original report or page ↗Kampot fishers add recreational fishing trips to supplement income
Fishers reported KHR100,000–200,000 per trip and about 20 trips a month, while visitors and officials discussed sea-condition checks and safety responsibilities.
Read the original report or page ↗Sar Sokha reports over 30,000 deportations and around 210,000 voluntary departures
At a February 25 anti-trafficking commemoration, the Interior Minister described enforcement and cooperation with foreign diplomatic missions.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia strengthens Lancang–Mekong TVET cooperation for future employment
Around 130 participants attended a February 25 workshop on curricula, trainer capacity and technical and vocational education policy.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet discusses border tensions and online scams in AFP interview
Citing Cambodian national television’s February 26 report, the article describes the Belgium interview and Cambodia’s stated border positions.
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