Sihanoukville & Cambodia news
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Police report 11 Chinese suspects detained and three victims rescued in Sihanoukville
After a March 30 complaint concerning unlawful confinement and extortion, police say they detained ten men and one woman in Sihanoukville on April 1; investigations continued.
Read the original report or page ↗Svay Rieng casino raid detains 107; four suspected of gambling offences and two of scams
Police reported 107 foreign nationals detained on April 1: four gambling suspects referred to prosecutors, two scam suspects handed to police and 101 others transferred to immigration authorities.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen Mittapheap Primary School undergoes further model-service assessment
A national inter-ministerial technical committee assessed the school on April 2 as a candidate for the 2025 model public-service award in education; no final award was announced.
Read the original report or page ↗Oddar Meanchey announces free buses for April 12–17
The provincial administration announced six days of free public-bus services from April 12 to 17, 2026, for Khmer New Year.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Defence Ministry responds to Thai military activity near O Smach
On April 2, Cambodia denied allegations of provocation and reported Thai activity involving about 70 soldiers and two armoured vehicles. Territorial and agreement-related claims are attributed to Cambodia.
Read the original report or page ↗Health Ministry urges precautions during extreme heat
The ministry advised adequate water intake, avoiding outdoor activity during intense heat and attention to children, older people and those with chronic illnesses, with medical care for unusual symptoms.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian ministry forecasts hot weather for April 12–17 festivities
The ministry’s forecast for April 12–17 anticipated generally intense heat, lowland highs around 36–40°C and risks of lightning, gusts and some heavy rain.
Read the original report or page ↗Tea Seiha honours ASEAN observers completing Cambodia mission
Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Tea Seiha met ASEAN observers on April 2, thanked Malaysia for coordination and welcomed the Philippines’ upcoming leadership role in 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗Shanghai Resort raid detains 107, with separate gambling, scam and immigration proceedings
An April 1 operation in Svay Rieng detained 107 foreign nationals, including 67 Chinese. Four were gambling suspects, two were scam suspects and 101 others were transferred to immigration authorities.
Read the original report or page ↗Depositors wait outside Panda bank as phased repayments begin
Staff at the bank’s headquarters said only customers previously notified by telephone could complete withdrawal procedures on April 2.
Read the original report or page ↗126 new homes planned for allocation to 1978 military-service veterans in Svay Rieng
An association official said a lottery to allocate the homes in Kampong Rou district was planned for April 7, presided over by Men Sam An.
Read the original report or page ↗Seven Seas Mariner arrives in Sihanoukville with 614 tourists and 461 crew
The cruise ship arrived on April 2 for a planned two-day call, described by local reception officials as a first for a large cruise ship in Cambodia.
Read the original report or page ↗Interior Ministry reports 107 road deaths in March; Sar Sokha urges compliance
The ministry reported 184 road crashes and 257 injuries nationwide in March 2026, with all three figures lower than in February.
Read the original report or page ↗Kandal governor inspects Prek Tnaot riverbank works, urges quality and safety
The provincial administration account said Kouch Chamroeun visited the works in Ta Khmau on April 2 and called for technical compliance and timely completion.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian anti-scam official reports over 250 cases handled in nine months
Chhay Sinarith said on April 1 that 80 cases involving about 750 suspects had been referred to judicial authorities and about 11,000 foreign nationals linked to scam investigations deported.
Read the original report or page ↗Environment Ministry warns of rising heat and urges fire prevention
The ministry’s April 2 advisory warned that prolonged hot, dry conditions could increase residential and forest fire risks and called for precautions.
Read the original report or page ↗Seven Seas Mariner visits Cambodia with 614 tourists and 461 crew
The ship arrived at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port at 8 a.m. on April 2 for a two-day call, described by reception officials as a first for a large cruise ship.
Read the original report or page ↗Information Ministry suspends 2026 premier–journalists gathering
The notice separately announced a May 3 morning ceremony at the memorial in front of the French embassy to honour journalists killed while working during wartime.
Read the original report or page ↗Senate second vice president urges stronger capacity to address local issues
The report dates Thun Vathana’s meeting with Region 2 and Region 3 senators to March 1 and describes calls for closer local cooperation and outreach.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen receives credentials from new Singapore ambassador as acting head of state
Pang Chee Wee presented his credentials at the Senate’s Solidarity Palace in Phnom Penh on April 2, 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗Kandal governor urges care over property rentals and cooperation on scam checks
At an April 1 land-title event, Kouch Chamroeun called for document checks and proper contracts, and explained one-window title services and tax obligations.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia and Japan discuss cashew and aquaculture investment
Sun Chanthol met a Japan–Cambodia Association delegation on April 1 to discuss business cooperation, port expansion, aquaculture, cashews and future investment-promotion plans.
Read the original report or page ↗Angelina Jolie visits Samlot High School in Battambang
The April 1 visit focused on students’ learning and progress in dormitory accommodation.
Read the original report or page ↗An Giang delegation hopes for closer friendship and cooperation with Preah Sihanouk
An April 1 Khmer New Year visit highlighted prospects for closer trade, industry and tourism exchanges between the provinces.
Read the original report or page ↗Angelina Jolie visits Cambodian school as media discuss future plans
The April 1 school visit drew attention to Jolie’s ties with Cambodia; separate media reports described plans for more time in Cambodia and Europe.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian and U.S. defence representatives discuss military cooperation
Defence Secretary of State Rat Dararath met U.S. Defence Attaché Colonel Kyle Saltzman in Phnom Penh on April 1.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh raid detains 20 foreigners over suspected scam operation
The report says 19 Chinese nationals and one Kyrgyz woman were detained during an April 1 operation in Sen Sok.
Read the original report or page ↗Chinese man seeks help in Bang Yai, alleging escape from scam gang
A Thai woman says the man claimed he fled captors by hiding beneath a truck; his account and subsequent safety have not been independently established.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk governor urges action on drainage, wastewater and flooding
Mang Sineth told an April 1 meeting to address urgent problems first as the rainy season approaches.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville announces Khmer New Year festivities with ban on water splashing
Celebrations are scheduled from 15:00 on April 5 at Ochheuteal Beach 1 under the theme “Sihanoukville’s Smile and Hope”.
Read the original report or page ↗Environment Ministry reports blocking over 6.39 million cubic metres of wastewater in first quarter
The ministry reports over 6,393,500 m³ intercepted from January to March and automatic monitoring installed at 57 of 68 contracted locations.
Read the original report or page ↗Battambang police say Siv Cheysith admitted being the sole driver in fatal crash
A police spokesperson says relatives handed the suspect over at 15:45 on April 1; this statement records five victims killed.
Read the original report or page ↗Suspect in fatal Battambang crash brought to police as investigation continues
The report says Mercedes GT53 owner Siv Cheysith was brought to provincial police by his parents on the afternoon of April 1.
Read the original report or page ↗Angkor ticket revenue reported at US$13.10 million in first quarter
Cambodia reports US$13,103,977 in Angkor admission-ticket revenue in the first three months of 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗First phase of Sihanoukville deep-water container terminal reported 64.53% complete
Reported progress stood at 64.53% at the end of March, with completion planned in 2028 and about US$750 million invested across three phases.
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