Cambodia

Social issues and public affairs across Cambodia.

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.

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Cambodia and China sign protocol opening a pathway for fresh jackfruit exports

Cambodia and China signed a sanitary and phytosanitary protocol for Cambodian jackfruit exports on July 15, alongside a cooperation memorandum on animal and plant quarantine and food safety. The two sides are also advancing exporter registration and compliance with Chinese import requirements.

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Cambodian Prime Minister meets representatives of nine major Chinese companies

Prime Minister Hun Manet met heads and representatives of nine Chinese companies on July 15, 2026 during his China visit ahead of the July 17 World AI Conference in Shanghai. The firms operate in metals, infrastructure, energy, engineering, appliances, agriculture and artificial intelligence.

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Cambodia urges Thailand to halt unilateral border activities at secretariat talks

Cambodia’s Defence Ministry said on July 15 that Cambodia had urged Thailand to halt unilateral road building, expansion and barbed-wire installation in Cambodian sovereign territory and undemarcated areas. It called for renewed boundary work, communication and peaceful dialogue.

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Chinese runners look forward to Angkor marathon in Cambodia

The 11th Angkor marathon is scheduled for August 2 in Siem Reap, with 42 km, 21 km, 10 km and 3 km events. Organisers expect 5,000–6,000 participants, while Chinese runners have been sharing videos inviting others to experience the race and Angkor’s heritage.

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Princess Jenna Norodom draws crowds at Shanghai’s BilibiliWorld

Cambodian Princess Jenna Norodom recently attended BilibiliWorld 2026 in Shanghai, joining filming and interaction activities. Reports said the July 10–12 event attracted about 400,000 visits from more than 30 countries and regions, and her appearance drew attention to youth cultural exchanges.

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Phnom Penh inspection penalises Fang Xing Garment over fabric burning and excessive emissions

Environmental authorities inspected Fang Xing Garment in Phnom Penh on July 13, reporting unlawful fabric burning, excessive preliminary emissions readings and missing environmental approvals. They ordered the burning to stop, required treatment equipment and paperwork, and imposed administrative penalties.

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Cambodia registers 276 investment projects worth approximately US$4.7 billion in first half

Cambodia registered 276 investment projects worth approximately US$4.7 billion in the first half of 2026, with potential to create about 160,000 jobs. The CDC registered 181 projects and capital–provincial investment subcommittees registered 95.

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Hun Manet departs for three-day China visit and World AI Conference

Prime Minister Hun Manet left for a July 15–17 visit to China, including planned talks with Xi Jinping and Li Qiang and a speech at the World AI Conference opening in Shanghai on July 17. Senior ministers and business representatives accompanied him.

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Cambodian Embassy responds to Nikkei Asia opinion piece on democracy after Kem Ley’s murder

Cambodia’s Embassy in Japan rejected the conclusions of a July 13 Nikkei Asia opinion piece by Mu Sochua in a statement dated July 14. The embassy defended the country’s institutions, development, legal processes and foreign policy, while saying constructive criticism based on facts was welcome.

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