Cambodia

Social issues and public affairs across Cambodia.

King Sihamoni Signs Royal Decree Promulgating Constitutional Law Amending Article 33

King Norodom Sihamoni signed the royal decree promulgating a constitutional law amending Article 33 on July 15, 2025, after the National Assembly adopted the law on July 11 and the Senate reviewed it on July 14. The article quotes the provisions on protection of Khmer citizens abroad and on regulating acquisition and loss of nationality, including deprivation of nationality, by law.

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Cambodia Cracks Down Hard on Online Fraud; China's Response Draws Attention

On July 20, 2025, Chhay Sinarith and Yin Guohai, Deputy Director of the Criminal Investigation Bureau of China's Ministry of Public Security, met in Phnom Penh to discuss anti-fraud cooperation. Chhay Sinarith reported 2,767 suspects, including 843 Chinese nationals, detained in operations at 52 locations in 15 provinces and municipalities as of July 19.

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Prime Minister Hun Manet Thanks the “Walk for Unity” Campaign: A Great Source of Inspiration for Heroic Frontline Troops!

Prime Minister Hun Manet thanked the “Walk for Unity” campaign for inspiring frontline troops and reiterated that Cambodia would peacefully resolve disputes through bilateral mechanisms, including the Cambodia–Thailand Joint Boundary Commission, as well as international-law mechanisms, including the International Court of Justice. He said Cambodia was prepared to mount an armed response if subjected to a gross violation.

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Cambodian and Philippine Armies Continue to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation

On July 18, 2025, General Mao Sophan met Lieutenant General Roy M. Galido at Royal Cambodian Army Headquarters. The two sides discussed personnel development, reciprocal visits, joint training and preparations for bilateral exercises.

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Hun Sen: “Speaking with Thaksin only brings me bad luck”

On July 20, 2025, Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen said on Facebook that he was the one who did not want to speak with Thaksin. He also responded to remarks about Cambodia’s leaders.

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Hun Manet Thanks Cambodians for Second Gathering in Support of Frontline Troops

Prime Minister Hun Manet thanked Cambodians who gathered on the evening of July 18, 2025, to encourage frontline troops. He reaffirmed Cambodia’s commitment to resolving the border issue peacefully.

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Cambodia’s agricultural product exports generate nearly $3 billion in revenue in the first half of the year

According to a report from Cambodia’s General Department of Agriculture, the country exported approximately 7.8 million tonnes of agricultural products to 78 countries in the first half of 2025, generating approximately US$2.872 billion in export revenue. Export volume grew 27.66% year on year.

2025-07-20KPS99TV

Cambodia Earns Nearly US$3 Billion from Agricultural Exports in First Half

According to a report from the General Department of Agriculture, Cambodia exported approximately 7.8 million tonnes of agricultural products to 78 countries in the first half of 2025, earning approximately US$2.872 billion. Export volume increased 27.66% from the same period in 2024.

2025-07-20KPS99TV

Hun Manet Reaffirms Cambodia’s Position on Reopening Border Crossings With Thailand

On July 19, 2025, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said Cambodia would reopen its border crossings within five hours if Thailand reopened first and guaranteed it would not close them unilaterally again. He said all crossings must reopen together under the hours and conditions in place before June 7.

2025-07-19KPS99TV

Chinese Ambassador: First Direct Flight from Shenzhen to Siem Reap Officially Launched

Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia Wang Wenbin said that the inaugural direct Air Cambodia flight from Shenzhen landed at Siem Reap Angkor International Airport on July 18, 2025.

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