Cambodia

Social issues and public affairs across Cambodia.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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