Prison population in Cambodia reaches all-time high
The number of detainees in Cambodia prisons has risen steadily to almost 50,000.
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Bokor Mountain: ‘Three seasons in one day’
Located over 1,000 metres above sea level, Bokor offers a cool climate year-round. Bokor Mountain, situated 42 kilometres from Kampot town, holds a rich history and breathtaking…
In Cambodia, Chinese financing nears 50% of total investment in May, US lags at less than 1%
The council approved 24 new projects last month, with a total investment of more than $246 million, creating about 15,000 jobs, according to the CDC’s report. During the period,…
Asean share pathway for AI development
ASEAN has announced the implementation of five AI-related activities by the ASEAN Committee on Science, Technology and Innovation (COSTI), with the support of dialogue partners.
New Phnom Penh airport set for early ’25 operations
According to authorities, the airport will enter service in the first half of next year. Construction of the $1.5 billion facility, which will serve Phnom Penh, is on schedule and…
Visiting floating library adds Khmer books for local readers
This addition aims to make reading more accessible and enjoyable for Cambodian visitors, enriching their literary experience with books in their native language.
Online Japanese film festival launches across 27 countries
The month-long virtual festival allows viewers from 27 countries to stream critically acclaimed movies and series without spending a cent.
ASEAN leaders explore human-centred AI strategies in Siem Reap
Satvinder Singh, deputy secretary-general of ASEAN, emphasised the critical role of AI for bloc's future. He noted that it has over 418 million internet users and a booming…
US Secretary of Defence arrives in Cambodia for historic visit
The meetings aim to further strengthen and expand the ‘good cooperation’ between Cambodia and the US, which has existed for more than 70 years.
UNESCO report warns of accelerated ocean warming and rising sea levels
The report reveals the ocean is warming at double the rate it was 20 years ago. Consequently, global sea levels have risen by 9cm over the past 30 years, with the rate of increase…