Sihanoukville & Cambodia news
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Preah Sihanouk governor sets four priorities at anti-trafficking commemoration
The report describes the March 24 event as a commemoration of the 2025 December 12 National Anti-Human Trafficking Day. Priorities cover capacity, cooperation, evaluation and safe migration, alongside a report of 2,583 outreach activities in 2025.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville anti-trafficking commemoration calls for cooperation
Provincial Council Chairman Vong Phanat and Governor Mang Sineth chaired the March 24 morning event, calling for prevention of trafficking and online scams and protection of residents’ and foreigners’ lawful rights.
Read the original report or page ↗Sihanoukville raid reportedly detains 20 and seizes 389 phones
A villa in Village 5, Sangkat 4, was searched on March 23 evening. The report says three detainees were Cambodian, and those held and the computers and phones were taken to provincial police for further proceedings.
Read the original report or page ↗Thai police report six arrests in fraud and laundering case; suspects deny allegations
The reported March 20 police announcement describes impersonation fraud affecting more than 20 victims with losses exceeding two million baht, and 229 items seized. The suspects reportedly deny the allegations.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Human Rights Committee reports 56 documents on border conflict
At a March 23 meeting, Keo Sothy described submissions to international mechanisms and 29 bilateral meetings. Allegations concerning Thai actions, detained soldiers and rights violations remain the committee’s stated claims and positions.
Read the original report or page ↗Information Ministry reports media-literacy talks with UN resident coordinator
According to the report, Neth Pheaktra and UN Resident Coordinator Vladanka Andreeva met on March 23 to discuss media literacy, misinformation and professional standards.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen asks whether viral “two husbands” story is genuine or staged
Senate President Hun Sen asked those concerned to clarify whether a TikTok story about a woman with two husbands was genuine or staged in a March 23 evening post.
Read the original report or page ↗Battambang police report detention of three female burglary suspects
The complainant reported losing 495 million riel, US$4,000 and two necklaces. Police say three suspects, including two aged 16, were detained on March 21, with proceedings continuing.
Read the original report or page ↗Energy minister says fuel supplies are being coordinated and urges calm
Keo Rottanak’s March 23 briefing described fuel and LPG import arrangements, saying seven companies would supply LPG through March and April and reiterating commitments on electricity and prices.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh hotel scam raid reportedly detains 49 people
Police searched several floors of a Sen Sok hotel on March 22 afternoon, reportedly detaining 49 and seizing computing equipment, 687 phones and 46 Malaysian SIM cards. Initial findings concern an alleged fake-investment scheme.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk approves land-use plans for three communes
A March 23 meeting approved plans for Sihanoukville’s Communes 3 and 4 and Ou Chrov commune in Kampong Som city.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh police detain 49 people in suspected online-investment scam raid
The March 22 raid reportedly detained 43 Chinese nationals and seized computers, phones and Malaysian SIM cards.
Read the original report or page ↗Angkor Wat sunrise viewing draws crowds on third morning
Domestic and international visitors gathered on March 23 to view and photograph the sun aligned with the central tower.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet announces nationwide fuel and electricity savings measures
A March 19 circular called for tighter spending controls, fewer journeys and more efficient electricity use.
Read the original report or page ↗Four men arrested in Vietnam over alleged fake-meteorite scheme
Bac Ninh police reported a fraud involving 11 billion dong, approximately 3.17 million yuan, from a Hanoi victim.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk hosts 11th international half-marathon
More than 14,000 people joined the March 22 event at Ochheuteal Beach, which organisers said would promote tourism, the economy and investment.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian government issues fuel and electricity conservation measures
The circular calls for spending controls, less official travel, better traffic management and more efficient buildings and public lighting.
Read the original report or page ↗Angkor Wat equinox-season sunrise attracts visitors
Visitors gathered at dawn on March 22 to watch the sun align with Angkor Wat’s central tower.
Read the original report or page ↗Golden Triangle Kapok School opens 2026 spring term in Laos
More than 600 teachers and students attended the March 5 ceremony, which included awards and a wish-card time capsule.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh police conduct night checks for weapons and drugs
Joint police teams set up checkpoints on March 20, with results to be released by police.
Read the original report or page ↗Myanmar detains 62 Chinese nationals at a former garment factory in Myawaddy
The detainees are suspected of unlawful border crossing and online scams. Authorities say the case remains under investigation.
Read the original report or page ↗Koh Rong calls for joint beach clean-up efforts
The city’s sanitation team worked with Sok San residents, businesses and resorts, while the mayor urged visitors to keep public areas free of litter.
Read the original report or page ↗Visitors gather for Angkor Wat’s seasonal sunrise alignment
Crowds watched the sunrise over the central tower on March 21. The event is promoted around March 21–23 and September 21–23.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian culture minister expresses shock during Preah Vihear damage inspection
The March 20 delegation described extensive damage, citing earlier records of 142 damaged locations from July 2025 and a further 420 after the December conflict.
Read the original report or page ↗Thai police detain Chinese fraud suspect at Bangkok condominium
Police say the 37-year-old man was wanted in Chachoengsao and that devices and more than five million baht were seized. Investigators are tracing the money and other suspects.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia’s minimum wage council examines temporary travel-cost relief
The March 20 emergency meeting considered support for textile, garment, footwear and travel-goods workers in addition to existing travel and accommodation allowances.
Read the original report or page ↗ASEAN seeks tourism marketing agency for an initial one-year contract
Cambodia’s Tourism Ministry relays a call for proposals covering June 2026 to May 2027, with possible renewal up to three years and a March 27 application deadline.
Read the original report or page ↗Angkor Wat’s seasonal sunrise alignment draws visitors twice a year
The event known as Angkor Equinox brings the sun over the central tower, with viewing periods promoted around March 21–23 and September 21–23.
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