Cambodia

Social issues and public affairs across Cambodia.

Cambodia urges Thailand to release 18 Cambodian soldiers promptly

The report marks the 53rd day of the detention of 18 Cambodian soldiers by Thailand. Cambodia calls for their swift, safe release and says it is pursuing every available mechanism.

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Defence Ministry coordinates interim observers’ visit to the border in Banteay Meanchey

Malaysia-led IOT observers visited Prey Chan village on September 19, 2025, to assess the Cambodian–Thai border situation following the ceasefire, the Defence Ministry spokesperson said.

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Hun Manet meets families of 18 detained soldiers, reiterating efforts for their release

Prime Minister Hun Manet and his wife met the families of 18 detained Cambodian soldiers on September 19, 2025. He reaffirmed government efforts to protect the soldiers and secure their early release.

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Three storms to influence Cambodia from September 19–28, with rain coverage up to 70%

The Water Resources Ministry forecasts rain, thunderstorms and gusts with 60–70% coverage from September 19–28. Three storms will strengthen the monsoon; coastal waves are forecast at 0.5–2.5 metres.

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Hun Sen: Cambodia should thank UNESCO for support for heritage and education

Acting Head of State Hun Sen received outgoing UNESCO representative Sardar Umar Alam on September 19. He thanked UNESCO for its contribution to Cambodian heritage protection and education.

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Phnom Penh–Sihanoukville Expressway reminds motorists to use the ETC lane

The expressway operator says the leftmost ETC priority lane can reduce toll-plaza queues and urges motorists to follow traffic rules during holiday travel.

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Storm Mitag to influence Cambodia’s weather through September 21

Rain, thunderstorms and gusts are forecast across parts of Cambodia from September 19 to 21, with average coastal wave heights of about 0.50–1.75 metres.

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Authorities seize 3.5 tonnes of spoiled frozen chicken offal from Laos

A joint inspection at Kampong Sralau checkpoint found 3,500 kilograms of spoiled chicken offal on two trucks; the goods were subsequently destroyed.

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Hun Manet calls Anwar seeking help to ease Cambodia–Thailand border tensions

Hun Manet asked Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, then ASEAN chair, to help de-escalate tensions and preserve the status quo pending border talks.

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Anwar speaks separately with Cambodian and Thai prime ministers over border tensions

Malaysia’s Prime Minister and 2025 ASEAN chair Anwar Ibrahim held separate calls with Hun Manet and Anutin Charnvirakul on September 18, urging dialogue and de-escalation.

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