IMF reaffirms 5% GDP growth for Cambodia
For reference, IMF data on December 19 showed the 2021 nominal GDP for Cambodia at $26.313 billion, whereas the World Bank cited $26.961 billion.
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Cambodian wrestling team wins 19 medals at SE Asian championships
The achievements not only mean that Cambodia Wrestling Federation achieved its goal set before the competition, but actually surpassed it.
Unseasonably stormy weather dumps rain on Cambodia’s coastal provinces
Among other damages, the thunderstorms have sunken four fishing boats, although no deaths or serious injuries have been reported.
Five provinces, capital reach ‘mine-free’ status as year ends
According to authorities, civil war in Cambodia has left nearly 4,000sq km littered with landmines and unexploded ordnance.
Tourism-skills workshop held in Cambodia with China in focus
Focus has been placed on up-skilling workers in the industry, to offer high quality services and guest experiences to returning visitors.
PM Hun Sen urges closer Asean ties with China at leader awards
“ASEAN-China will continue to build on their achievements and promote peace, stability, and development in the region and the world,” he said.
Cambodia’s first Esports centre announced
The T.Y Media Esports Centre will host domestic and international competitions in all disciplines, and will also be used as a training facility.
Sokha Hotel plans ‘tallest Buddha statue in the world’ on Bokor
The project was expected to cost from $30 to $40 million, with construction set to begin as soon as the company receives permits.
Cambodia preparing to train Ukrainian deminers in Phnom Penh
On Dec 13, PM Hun Sen also attended a conference on solidarity with Ukrainian people in Paris hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron.
Ang Trapeang Thma draws tourists
In 1976, about 50,000 people were forced to dig, excavate and carry soil to build dams and turn the site into a major agricultural reservoir.