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Rising streams in Samlaut flood riverside homes and damage crops

Rising water in Samlaut district flooded homes, crops and some bridges on the morning of July 13, 2026. Authorities prepared rescue personnel and gradually opened the កង្ហត dam gates, while warning communities along the Sangkae River to remain alert.

Sihanoukville tuk-tuk driver returns US$5,200 mistakenly paid as a fare

A Sihanoukville tuk-tuk driver reportedly returned the full US$5,200 a woman mistakenly paid instead of 5,200 riel. He contacted her after seeing media reports. The booking showed a journey of about 2.42 kilometres lasting eight minutes.

Cambodian embassy pledges continued consular and labour assistance to Cambodians across Japan

Cambodia’s ambassador to Japan, ជុំ សុន្ទរី, met trainees and skilled workers in Shizuoka on July 12, 2026. He said the embassy would continue providing consular services, labour protection and other necessary assistance to Cambodians throughout Japan.

Floodwater in Kampong Seila recedes slightly by the morning of July 13

Kampong Seila’s governor told KPS 99 that floodwater had receded slightly by 9 a.m. on July 13, 2026, with homes and National Road 4 not flooded. Three bridges and some roads were submerged the previous day. Further heavy rain could cause levels to rise again.

Chinese woman doctor killed at Phnom Penh clinic; Cambodian suspect, 37, detained

Local police reported that a Chinese woman doctor was killed at a clinic in Dangkor district on July 12. A 37-year-old Cambodian suspect has been detained. Police are investigating the case as a suspected rape and murder; the circumstances and motive remain under investigation.

PM: Cambodia’s population projected to reach about 24 million by 2050

In a World Population Day message dated July 11, 2026, Prime Minister Hun Manet cited a projection of about 24 million people by 2050 under a medium-paced fertility decline scenario. He called for investment in young people and social infrastructure for an ageing population.

Kampong Seila authorities urge caution over flooding in parts of the district

Kampong Seila authorities urged residents and travellers on July 12, 2026, to take particular care when crossing flooded areas after persistent heavy rain. A weather notice forecast rain, gusty winds and thunderstorms in some provinces from July 12 to 14.

Malaysian defence chief supports Cambodia’s peaceful approach to border issue with Thailand

Malaysia’s Chief of Defence Forces, Malek Razak bin Sulaiman, expressed support for Cambodia’s peaceful, international-law-based approach to the border issue with Thailand during a meeting with Senate President Hun Sen, who thanked Malaysia for its contribution.

Battambang builds on its cultural and tourism appeal during the green season

Tourism Minister Huot Hak opened the Battambang Fruit Exhibition on July 10, 2026, to connect agriculture with tourism and promote domestic green-season travel. He highlighted Battambang’s creative-city gastronomy status and preparations for Kampot’s candidacy.

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