Sihanoukville & Cambodia news
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Preah Sihanouk joins briefing on anti-scam legislation
The governor attended an April 6 legal briefing by Zoom and pledged to combine public legal education with enforcement in implementing the commission’s directions.
Read the original report or page ↗Police report firing three shots to stop fleeing vehicle in Chamkar Leu
Kampong Cham police said a black Toyota Alphard hit vehicles and injured two officers on April 6; a 32-year-old driver was taken for questioning.
Read the original report or page ↗Takeo governor calls for stronger action against holiday disorder
In an April 6 post, Takeo’s governor called for stronger public-order measures and announced restrictions on water spraying and powder smearing at pagodas and public places during New Year.
Read the original report or page ↗Restoration completed at Angkor Wat’s second-level northern library
APSARA says restoration finished in March 2026, strengthening stonework and the building, while a trial with two lintel-supporting pillars continues.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet departs for One Health Summit and working visit to France
The Prime Minister and his wife led a delegation from Phnom Penh for events in Lyon and Paris from April 6 to 9, with bilateral talks planned during the visit.
Read the original report or page ↗“Smiles and Hope” celebration marks new beachfront facilities in Sihanoukville
Governor Mang Sineth joined traditional dancing at Ochheuteal 1 on April 5 as the province inaugurated parking, seven beach entrances and other public facilities.
Read the original report or page ↗Three suspects reportedly detained over April 3 Koh Kong shooting
A provincial police report says three suspects were detained on April 5 and an AK rifle, ammunition and motorcycles seized, with legal procedures continuing.
Read the original report or page ↗One suspected scam site found during 15 checks in Sihanoukville
A report lists 121 foreign nationals and seized devices, with 42 Chinese transferred for police questioning and 79 others for immigration deportation procedures.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet: buying local products also expresses national pride
Marking the ninth National Day for the Promotion of Khmer Products, the prime minister called for support for domestic producers and a more resilient economy.
Read the original report or page ↗153 Chinese nationals reportedly deported through Siem Reap airport
A reported April 3–4 operation involved 153 Chinese nationals with cases concerning online scams, unlawful residence or unauthorised work.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia protests reported Thai military activity near Preah Vihear and border areas
An April 5 Cambodian statement alleged land clearance, about 100 metres of barbed wire and armoured deployments the previous day, calling the activities contrary to de-escalation arrangements.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia reportedly deports 327 Chinese nationals
A report citing immigration authorities describes 327 Chinese nationals, including 15 women, expelled over cases involving online scams and unlawful residence or work.
Read the original report or page ↗Kratie market report: a fish priced above one million riel
A fish weighing over 3 kg sold at 380,000 riel per kg on April 2; the report also lists observed prices for fish and other aquatic products in Kratie.
Read the original report or page ↗Long Dimanche inspects wastewater works at KUBON leather factory
The April 3 inspection preceded consideration of the company’s request to restore electrical capacity for testing machinery and treatment facilities still under construction.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia protests Thai border surveys and barbed-wire installations
Cambodia’s Foreign Ministry protested recent Thai border activities on April 3, rejecting unilateral claims. The territorial and legal characterisations are Cambodia’s stated position.
Read the original report or page ↗Tourism Minister Huot Hak meets Angelina Jolie
Tourism Minister Huot Hak and Angelina Jolie discussed tourism promotion and heritage conservation in Siem Reap province on April 3.
Read the original report or page ↗Koh Rong Samloem Island
Escape the bustle of Sihanoukville and sink into the emerald waters of Koh Rong Samloem. The noise is elsewhere; here, silence reigns.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh police say three people summoned over livestream controversy
Phnom Penh police chief Chuon Narin said three people had been summoned over a livestream controversy and had signed pledges to stop livestreaming.
Read the original report or page ↗Tea Seiha visits frontline soldiers in Pursat’s Military Region 5
Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Tea Seiha visited frontline troops in Pursat province on April 5 and offered Khmer New Year wishes.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh police detain 14 foreign nationals on online-scam suspicions
Police reported detaining five Bangladeshi and nine Pakistani nationals in Kamboul on April 4 and seizing 57 phones and five all-in-one computers. The case remained under investigation.
Read the original report or page ↗Police fire warning shots after crowd surrounds vehicle carrying car-theft suspect
The report says a crowd blocked police transporting a car-theft suspect on April 4; police fired into the air after their vehicle was damaged.
Read the original report or page ↗Monitoring report rates Cambodia’s air quality good in first quarter of 2026
Monitoring at 59 locations rated air quality good against the cited public air-quality standard, while average PM2.5 rose slightly year on year.
Read the original report or page ↗Seven arrested and two officers seriously wounded in reported Takeo drug raid
The April 2 operation in Bati district reportedly led to seven arrests and the seizure of three handguns, ammunition and two electronic scales.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh police chief warns against unauthorised vehicle colour changes
Chuon Narin says owners must seek transport-authority permission and asks wrap and paint businesses to refuse colour changes without the required documentation.
Read the original report or page ↗Tea Seiha visits border troops with Khmer New Year wishes
The Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister visited front-line forces in Military Region 5 in Banteay Meanchey and Battambang on April 4.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia protests unilateral Thai actions in border areas
Cambodia alleges activities at Chouk Chey, O’Smach and Anlong Veng, rejects unilateral boundary claims and reaffirms a peaceful settlement.
Read the original report or page ↗Sri Lanka police report arrest of 147 foreigners in suspected online scam operation
Police said the detainees at an Iranawila hotel included 133 Chinese nationals, 13 Bangladeshis and one Vietnamese national.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia’s Mekong dolphin count reported at 117 after newborn found at Kampi
Researchers found a calf estimated to be three days old at Kampi in Kratie on March 31, the fifth newborn recorded in the first quarter of 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗Commerce Ministry announces petrol at 5,500 riel and diesel at 8,100 riel
The reported fuel-price adjustment takes effect on April 4; retailers may sell below the announced reference prices.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia’s first pumped-storage project scheduled to break ground in Koh Kong
The report outlines an approximately US$1 billion, 1,000 MW project with a five-year construction schedule and an April 10 groundbreaking.
Read the original report or page ↗Rice federation reports US$207.54 million in first-quarter milled-rice exports
The rice federation says 58 companies exported 361,578 tonnes of milled rice in Q1 2026, while wet-paddy exports separately reached 2,000,600 tonnes, worth an estimated US$433.23 million.
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