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Education report identifies need for 31,978 additional teachers
The 2024–2025 review covers preschool through upper secondary; officials describe a census, discussions on contract recruitment and teacher-training routes.
Read the original report or page ↗Pailin encourages vegetable production for domestic and export markets
Ban Srey Mom visited growers on February 15, stressing training, quality and market links and offering help to farmers struggling to sell vegetables.
Read the original report or page ↗Thai report puts annual romance-scam losses above 860 million baht
The reported losses cover one year, while the count of 3,939 victims covers 24 months. Authorities described social-media approaches and requests for money.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk reports over 4.76 million tourist visits in 2025
Governor Mang Sineth reported 2.49% growth from 2024, with separate domestic and international figures and 560 tourism businesses employing over 10,000 people.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia reports about 18 tonnes of gold produced in 2021–2025
The Mines and Energy Ministry outlined producing provinces, mining investment and jobs, and non-tax revenue growth, alongside domestic stone and sand supply.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville: A Fold in Time, 2026
While many are still stuck in old impressions, Sihanoukville has quietly grown a brand-new skyline.
Read the original report or page ↗Foreigners leaving O’Smach scam sites seek help in Phnom Penh
Some lacked lawful status and financial means and were stranded or sleeping outside, while Caritas reported pressure on its resources and space.
Read the original report or page ↗Huaneng forum uses Lunar New Year culture to connect young people
The February 13 event at the Royal Academy of Cambodia combined debate and traditional crafts with more than 100 teachers and students.
Read the original report or page ↗Seven auspicious foods for the 2026 Year of the Horse offering table
The article explains festive symbolism associated with noodles, whole fish, pineapple, cakes, meat, mandarins and lotus-seed cakes or grains as cultural beliefs.
Read the original report or page ↗Families of fallen soldiers in Siem Reap receive new homes
Dr Pech Chanmony Hun Manet represented the prime minister in assessing families’ needs and arranging construction and successive handovers of homes.
Read the original report or page ↗Samut Sothearith opens first under-23 football tournament at Maha Mitt club
Seven youth teams joined the competition launched on February 14 under a theme highlighting Preah Sihanouk youths’ dreams and talents.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk military police continue procedures in school-violence case
The February 13 incident involved pupils aged 13 and 14 at Samdech Ov Lower Secondary School; the injured pupil was taken to Kantha Bopha in Phnom Penh.
Read the original report or page ↗More than 1,568 join Valentine’s run for peace and solidarity in Kampot
Governor Mao Thonin attended the February 14 morning event, which followed a 3.5-kilometre route along the Kampong Bay waterfront.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet to attend inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington
A February 14 announcement said the meeting was scheduled for February 19, alongside planned bilateral talks and a subsequent working trip to Europe.
Read the original report or page ↗Health Ministry urges food, road and fire precautions for Chinese and Vietnamese New Year
Ahead of festivities on February 16–19, the ministry highlighted care for children and older people and warned against food and alcohol of unknown origin.
Read the original report or page ↗Takeo says former Bati scam compound was closed in July 2025
A February 13 notice outlined the site’s buildings and a planned handover to the Interior Ministry for temporary detention of foreigners awaiting deportation.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet praises Cambodia–South Korea cooperation against transnational crime
The February 13 statement highlighted the joint task force; Lee Jae-myung reportedly cited more than 130 South Korean suspects arrested over two months.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk urges fire and road safety during New Year, bans fireworks and firecrackers
A February 13 notice covered homes, businesses, tourist sites and beaches during Chinese and Vietnamese New Year on February 16–19.
Read the original report or page ↗Takeo plans handover of closed Bati scam site to Interior Ministry
A February 13 notice described a roughly five-hectare compound with 13 buildings and 348 rooms, intended for temporary detention of foreigners awaiting deportation.
Read the original report or page ↗Stung Treng prison denies claims of paid access to mobile phones
A February 13 prison statement rejected social-media allegations of payments of US$4,000–7,000 per cell and described checks for prohibited phones.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk reviews state-borne tax request for art-paint factory imports
Long Dimanche chaired a February 13 review of PEBEO ART MATERIALS’ second application, stressing checks on quantities, output and investment and stronger investor advice.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk traffic police assist pupils leaving school
The February 13 morning activity aimed to ease crossings, reduce congestion and accident risks, with police pledging to continue the work regularly.
Read the original report or page ↗Women’s Affairs Ministry urges thoughtful conduct on Valentine’s Day
The appeal encouraged care for parents, guardians, elders, teachers and friends while preserving women’s dignity, cultural traditions, equity and inclusion.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian regulator reports 1,494 deployed 5G base stations
The February 12 announcement described rollout since the January 1 service launch, with operators reporting 674, 531 and 289 stations respectively.
Read the original report or page ↗Five detained over alleged assault and unlawful confinement in Phnom Penh
The report describes a February 9 incident involving two Chinese men and three Cambodian men, with preliminary inquiries completed and the case referred to court.
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