Reimagining Pol Pot’s tomb: Young Cambodians grapple with dark past
The project, crafted by two young Cambodian architects, has stirred discussions about the intersection of history, memory and reconciliation in a nation still healing from its…
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Chinese embassy, Preah Sihanouk authorities boost ties in crime prevention, trade
The announcement came after a December 30 meeting, where Chinese ambassador to Cambodia Wang emphasised the importance of the collaboration in positioning Preah Sihanouk as a…
42 Cambodians, foreigners charged in major Svay Rieng drug trafficking case
The investigation also uncovered eight firearms, including 78 rounds of ammunition, one AK-47 rifle, a grenade and various drug-related equipment.
Japan provides $7.2 million geospatial data platform to support Cambodia’s land and urban planning
The Japanese government has granted Cambodia satellite images, thematic maps, 3D city planning data and a geospatial data platform valued at approximately $7.2 million.
Cambodia updates Khmer Rouge denial law
The law will “prescribe punishments for individuals who deny, trivialise, reject or dispute the authenticity of crimes committed during the Democratic Kampuchea regime, as well…
Cambodian PM Manet orders tough action on youth gangs, urges stronger penalties
The directive follows a rise in gang activities, particularly in Phnom Penh and Takeo province, despite previous efforts to arrest over 3,000 individuals.
Cambodia eyes more Chinese tourists through enhanced cooperation
Cambodia’s tourism sector is optimistic about attracting more Chinese tourists, particularly from the Hong Kong and Macau Special Administrative Regions, following discussions…
A daughter’s grief: ‘Even in death, mother robbed of dignity’ under Khmer Rouge
For Lim Hech, now 63, the memories of the Khmer Rouge regime remain etched in her mind like scars that will never heal. Among the many tragedies she endured, one moment haunts her…
Inaugural Indochina Angkor Wat Marathon hits the ground running
Officials from the athletics federations of Vietnam, Laos, and the Asian Athletics Federation praised the Cambodian hosts for the excellent organisation of the marathon, which…
Cambodia has expressed its strong support for Japan’s Free and Open Indo-Pacific strategy
The announcement was made during a December 20 meeting between Hun Sen and Akiba Takeo, Japan’s National Security Advisor and secretary-general of Japan’s National Security…