Cambodia

Social issues and public affairs across Cambodia.

FBI: U.S.–Cambodia ties set to grow as both sides pledge action against transnational crime, drugs and online scams

At a July 22 meeting with Prime Minister Hun Manet, FBI Director Kash Patel pledged continued law-enforcement cooperation. Hun Manet said Cambodia would host an international anti-online-scam conference in September 2026.

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Cambodia tells UNESCO that armed conflict with Thailand severely damaged Preah Vihear Temple

Cambodia’s culture minister told UNESCO’s 48th World Heritage Committee session that the 2025 border fighting severely damaged Preah Vihear Temple. Cambodia called for close monitoring, urgent conservation support and peaceful resolution of border issues.

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Business matching forum promotes Cambodian agricultural exports to the Philippines

Agriculture Minister Dith Tina led a Cambodian delegation to a July 22, 2026 agriculture business matching forum in the Philippines. The report says about 63 Cambodian and Philippine companies took part, covering rice, livestock products, cashews and fertilisers.

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Workshop discusses plastic-free tourism zones in Phnom Penh

A July 20, 2026 workshop at the Ministry of Tourism discussed plastic-free tourism zones in Phnom Penh. The official presiding encouraged authorities and tourism businesses to reduce plastic waste in cities and along the Mekong, Tonle Sap and Bassac rivers.

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Crocodile sales slump: Cambodian farmers seek wider access to China’s market

Crocodile farmers in Siem Reap reportedly face weak demand and higher costs and want faster progress on exports to China and other markets. The article cites an April 2025 bilateral protocol as a foundation for market access.

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US-ASEAN Business Council leader praises Cambodia’s efforts against online scams

US-ASEAN Business Council President Brian McFeeters praised Cambodia’s efforts against online scams during a July 21, 2026 meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sar Sokha. The delegation also discussed US companies’ experience of investing in Cambodia and prospects for expansion.

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Major US companies express confidence in Cambodia’s industrial development

Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Hem Vanndy met a US-ASEAN Business Council delegation on July 21, 2026 to discuss industrial development, innovation, technology adoption, MSMEs and investment. Delegation leader Brian McFeeters expressed confidence in Cambodia’s growth and investment environment.

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Phnom Penh’s Bassac bridge advances, with main-span closure planned for 2026 and completion for 2027

Cambodia’s Public Works and Transport Ministry reported that the Bassac bridge project in Phnom Penh was 79% complete as of early July 2026. Main-span closure is planned for the end of 2026, with the full project expected to finish by the end of 2027.

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Hun Manet: US$1.244 billion plan aims to stabilise the economy and livelihoods

Hun Manet said in Siem Reap on July 21 that the government needed to spend more to help people facing economic difficulties. The report outlines tax relief, cash assistance and an intervention plan worth about US$1.244 billion.

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U.S. companies express interest in Cambodia’s digital finance sector

U.S. companies expressed interest in digital finance, human resource development and support for small and medium enterprises at a July 21 meeting between the National Bank of Cambodia’s governor and a U.S.-ASEAN Business Council delegation.

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