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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.
Read the original report or page ↗Rural development minister inspects five roads in Svay Rieng
The February 12 visit covered two roads with DBST and concrete sections, two DBST roads and a gravel road that the minister wanted included in a development-partner upgrading project.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia reports deporting 835 foreigners on February 11
The group included 26 women and people from ten countries, with 319 Chinese nationals. The report distinguishes online fraud from immigration and employment offences.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk governor thanks cleaners and gardeners and urges shared care
Mang Sineth acknowledged workers’ repeated cleaning difficulties and called on residents, traders and visitors to dispose of waste properly.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk urges residents, traders and visitors to dispose of rubbish properly
Mang Sineth called for shared beach cleaning and bagging waste after meals so collection vehicles could remove it more easily.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia approves 150 MW wind-power investment in Mondulkiri
CDC reported January 2026 approval for the approximately US$200 million Sen Monorom project, expected to create 42 jobs, with a Malaysia-based investor.
Read the original report or page ↗Thai border patrol finds 16 undocumented Chinese entrants and 266 phones
The February 13 report describes 15 men and one woman, their reported Poipet compound background, a 3,500-baht guide fee each and plans to return home via Thailand.
Read the original report or page ↗Battambang seeks longan processing and packing partners for China exports
The provincial agriculture department reports over 6,000 hectares of Pailin longan, with the most in Ratanak Mondul, and plans to seek investment partners.
Read the original report or page ↗Walking Through Cambodia: Episode 11
At a time when hotel weddings have all become formulaic, I witnessed a three-day, three-night wedding in a rice field in Kampot. No crystal chandeliers, no banquet halls—just dust, chanting, and golden robes.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh reiterates March 30 anti-scam target and strengthens fire readiness
The February 12 council meeting covered public security, order and services, with Khuong Sreng conveying the prime minister’s instruction and discussing firefighting plans.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk prepares tourism, culture and trade exhibition for February 22–26
The exhibition is planned for Techo Square in Sihanoukville under the theme “Tourism Flourishes in Peace,” with technical preparations, task assignments and security arrangements under review.
Read the original report or page ↗Mines and energy minister outlines four electricity-authority achievements in 2025
Keo Rottanak outlined advances in electricity supply, clean energy and tourism-area power at a February 12 meeting, alongside 2026 reforms on energy sources, displaced people’s supply and digital services.
Read the original report or page ↗Stung Hav leather factory improves wastewater management following ministry order
Inspectors reported improvements at CS TAN after a February 10 visit. Its treatment ponds were about 80% complete, with completion planned for May 2026 and further commitments still to be implemented.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia pledges stronger and more effective cooperation with Japan
Sun Chanthol represented Cambodia at a February 11 reception for Japan’s Emperor’s birthday and National Day, thanking Japan for support for peacebuilding and socioeconomic development.
Read the original report or page ↗Senate First Commission reviews rights, law enforcement and complaints in Preah Sihanouk
Mang Sineth met a delegation led by Ngy Chanphal on February 12, reporting investment and employment measures and the separate handling categories of 468 complaints and requests in 2025.
Read the original report or page ↗Border conflict damages 27 schools as education authorities arrange temporary classes
A February 11 report estimated education losses at US$6.2 million and said 1,311 schools had temporarily closed. Authorities arranged resumed study and planned temporary schools in large camps in three provinces.
Read the original report or page ↗Pech Chanmony Hun Manet reviews free heart-surgery programme for children
Dr Pech Chanmony Hun Manet visited the National Pediatric Hospital on February 12 to review its joint programme with CHPAA, medical training and equipment support and meet children, families and staff.
Read the original report or page ↗Philippines says it is ready to continue leading ASEAN observers on Cambodia–Thailand border
Hun Manet met Philippine armed forces chief Romeo S. Brawner Jr. at the Peace Palace on February 12, discussing military cooperation and reaffirming Cambodia’s peaceful approach to border issues.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen volunteer lawyers aid girl uncompensated after an accident five years ago
The lawyers intervened on February 11, saying they had contacted the family, begun investigating and assigned counsel to pursue the girl’s rights through the courts.
Read the original report or page ↗Public forum in Kratie’s 2 Thnou commune reviews Pentagonal Strategy implementation
Huot Kheang Veng and Kong Kimny chaired a February 12 forum in Snuol district to gather local views, challenges and requests for support and improve coordination with residents.
Read the original report or page ↗Thai raid at Bangkok hotel detains 17 Chinese nationals in immigration investigation
Police alleged involvement in grey-area activities and entry through informal crossings in Sa Kaeo. They are investigating unauthorised entry and stay and the network behind the crossings.
Read the original report or page ↗Huot Hak chairs Tourism Ministry party committee review of draft sub-decree
The February 11 Standing Committee meeting examined the draft’s content, technical aspects and implementation measures, with 14 vice-chairs and members contributing views. The text remained under review.
Read the original report or page ↗Koeut Rith leads interagency technical consensus on draft anti-technology-scam law
Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Koeut Rith chaired a review involving ministries and enforcement bodies. Participants generally agreed on key draft provisions, a technical step towards legislation.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia protests continued Thai destruction of civilian infrastructure and administrative buildings in Boeung Trakuon
A February 11 Foreign Ministry statement protested reported destruction and earthworks near Boeung Trakuon and Chouk Chey and reiterated peaceful settlement and opposition to border changes by force.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia's anti-scam efforts enter legislative stage as committee preliminarily approves draft anti-telecom and online fraud law
An inter-ministerial committee preliminarily approved the anti-scam draft following a technical review led by Koeut Rith; formal legislation, promulgation and implementation remain later steps.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk governor encourages young women and a new generation of women to join humanitarian and social work
At a February 10 annual conference, Mang Sineth encouraged young women to join humanitarian work and prioritised assistance to poor families, elderly women and vulnerable children.
Read the original report or page ↗Challenges facing Preah Sihanouk communes and sangkats raised with senators for resolution
Senators and provincial officials addressed land, waste and infrastructure issues and requests for a 10–20% annual rise in local funds; some matters still require study and legal procedures.
Read the original report or page ↗Pen Bona: Cambodian people displaced by fighting receive attention from the government and international community
The report recounts an EU ambassador and UNICEF visit to a displacement centre and Cambodia’s calls for safe, dignified returns and children’s access to schooling.
Read the original report or page ↗Three Chinese men arrested entering Thailand illegally after reportedly going unpaid in scam work
Thai soldiers arrested three Chinese men in Sa Kaeo on February 8. The report says they had gone unpaid during 11 months of scam work in Cambodia; police inquiries continue.
Read the original report or page ↗Poor performance: Cambodia ranks 163rd in global Corruption Perceptions Index
Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index, released February 10, ranked Cambodia 163rd of 182 with 20 points, down from 21 in 2024.
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