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Chinese arts delegation plans visit to Cambodia following cultural and tourism talks

Cambodian Tourism Minister Huot Hak met Yang Xiaoyang, head of China Association for the Promotion of Culture and Arts Development, in Beijing to discuss cultural and tourism cooperation. The two sides outlined possible joint activities, while Yang Xiaoyang said a delegation would visit Cambodia and submit a specific cooperation proposal.

Cambodian border operation seizes 36,000 cartons of smuggled cigarettes in Svay Rieng

Authorities seized 600 cases containing 36,000 cartons of unstamped cigarettes from a private warehouse near the Cambodia–Vietnam border in Bavet, Svay Rieng. Three brands were listed, and the goods are being held at the Bavet checkpoint customs warehouse pending a decision by customs leaders.

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Sihanoukville holds 2026 consultation forum on residents’ requests and local development

Sihanoukville’s administration held a fourth-mandate municipal council consultation forum on July 16, 2026 with residents from all four sangkats. Officials heard requests on roads, drainage, security, drugs, waste and public services, and said urgent issues would receive priority.

Water ministry holds briefing on repairing and restoring Canal 61

The water ministry held a July 15, 2026 briefing on repairing and restoring Canal 61 in Kandal and Kampong Speu. Officials said the system is intended to meet water needs, support drainage and water storage, and help prevent rainy-season flooding in Phnom Penh and the two provinces.

Young digital talents offer hope for Cambodia’s future

Nine-year-old girls in Siem Reap’s Girl Digital team learned coding and game creation through the UNICEF-supported Game Changers Coalition, in cooperation with the education ministry. They received an encouragement award at Cambodia’s National Game Jam in December 2025.

Japan provided over US$3 billion in financing for Cambodian projects by June 2026

By June 2026, Japan’s concessional financing covered 25 Cambodian projects worth more than ¥422 billion, or about US$3.515 billion, under 39 agreements. Twelve projects were ongoing and 13 completed. The figures were reported alongside a July 15 farewell meeting with Ambassador UENO Atsushi.

Cambodia destroys over 2.3 tonnes of seized drugs and chemicals linked to 190 cases

Cambodian authorities held a destruction ceremony in Preah Sihanouk on July 16 for drugs, production chemicals and related items linked to 190 cases. They reported 2,323 kg of drugs and chemicals, covering 165 cases with final judgments and 25 carried out under court destruction orders.

Beijing Star AI explores investment opportunities in Cambodia

Beijing Star AI’s Zhang Wei met Hun Manet in China on July 15, 2026 to discuss potential AI investment in Cambodia. The firm outlined four proposed areas: intelligent computing, film-grade AI research, cross-border AI short-drama distribution and ASEAN digital commerce.

Li Qiang and Hun Manet hold bilateral talks

Hun Manet met Chinese Premier Li Qiang on the morning of July 16 to discuss practical bilateral cooperation and regional issues. The two sides agreed to strengthen political trust, advance the “Diamond Hexagon” framework and two development corridors, expand cooperation and improve multilateral coordination.