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Kep reports more than 2,000 tonnes of salt harvested in nearly two months
The provincial industry department says 1,222 tonnes were sold and prices rose from 2025 levels, encouraging some producers to consider returning to production.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian rice federation and chamber office in New Zealand sign cooperation MOU
The March 20 agreement aims to expand rice exports, exchange market information and connect businesses and investment, with support from ARDB.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia increases fuel imports from Singapore and Malaysia
In a March 18 interview, Energy Minister Keo Rottanak said supply sources were being diversified and the share of closed petrol stations had fallen to 5.77%.
Read the original report or page ↗Siem Reap announces free New Year bus services for April 12–17
Outbound Phnom Penh–Siem Reap services run April 12–16 and return services April 13–17, with 115 buses allocated and daily departure windows of 6:30–11:30 a.m.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh police investigate disputed driver identity in crash injuring boy
After the March 18 evening crash, the vehicle’s occupants said a woman drove, while residents alleged a man was driving. Police said they were investigating and questioning both occupants; the boy’s relatives called for justice.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet welcomes completion of monumental Dancing Shiva restoration
The report describes the roughly five-metre, over-seven-tonne, five-faced, ten-armed statue and restoration cooperation from 2020 to 2026.
Read the original report or page ↗National Road 7 Skun–Kampong Cham widening reaches reported 89.88%
Citing the ministry’s March 19 update, the report gives progress as of early March and says the four-lane project could finish during 2026 ahead of schedule, while urging caution around construction.
Read the original report or page ↗Kampot governor calls for action on prohibited Thai goods and returning scam activity
At a March 19 meeting, Mao Thonin called for cooperation on land and water, clean coasts, prevention of encroachment on waterways and protection of state land to support tourism.
Read the original report or page ↗Kampot Food Street prepares plans for more than 60 Khmer New Year dishes
Mao Thonin’s March 19 discussion called for a menu featuring traditional cakes, Kampot specialities and local food culture, alongside cleanliness and support for household livelihoods.
Read the original report or page ↗Prince Bank liquidator announces depositor compensation from March 23
Morisonkak MKA’s March 19 notice offers transfer or in-person payment depending on whether account details were supplied, at the specified floors of No. 445 Monivong Boulevard with relevant documents.
Read the original report or page ↗Huot Hak discusses Muslim tourism plan and agarwood product proposal
The tourism minister met THY Holding chairman Nang Sothy on March 19 to discuss agarwood souvenirs, fragrance and beauty products, shops and agritourism, advising legal consultation on implementation.
Read the original report or page ↗Tenth River Festival planned for March 27–29 in Kratie with seven activity groups
The Tourism Ministry plans almsgiving, bamboo sticky-rice cooking, fish release, performances, exhibitions and food, mass sports and floating lights.
Read the original report or page ↗Prince Bank liquidator sets compensation arrangements from March 23
The March 19 notice describes bank transfers and in-person payment, relevant documents at the specified office, and two information numbers for the liquidation team.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet calls for urgent talks on workers’ commuting costs
The prime minister said on March 19 evening that he asked Labour Minister Heng Sour to convene employers and unions to explore relief for commuting costs while maintaining industrial competitiveness amid higher fuel prices.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk announces half-marathon road closures
Four roads were scheduled to close from 5 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on March 22 for the international half-marathon.
Read the original report or page ↗Eight Vietnamese suspects detained in Svay Rieng online-scam operation
Police reported a March 16 guesthouse operation in Chantrea and seized computer equipment and phones.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk traffic police brief E-Gets personnel on road safety
The March 18 session reached 27 personnel, including one woman, covering traffic rules and the safe village–commune policy.
Read the original report or page ↗Chinese fraud suspect detained in Thailand in reported 105-million-yuan case
Thai immigration officers reportedly arrested the suspect on March 17 and found 331 days of overstaying.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen backs stronger Cambodia–Slovakia economic cooperation
Acting head of state Hun Sen received credentials from new Slovak Ambassador Alexander Micovčin on March 19.
Read the original report or page ↗Preah Sihanouk Women’s Affairs Department visits new mothers
A March 19 hospital visit brought gifts to women who had given birth and highlighted women’s rights and contributions.
Read the original report or page ↗Information Ministry discusses draft office-structure reforms
A March 19 meeting reviewed a draft ministerial order on offices’ organisation and operation to improve management and public communication.
Read the original report or page ↗ACU detains three people and refers case to Phnom Penh court
ACU chairman Om Yentieng described the case on March 19, involving suspected abuse of power, illicit wealth and asset-declaration offences.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia–China tourism debit card and cross-border services launched
Tourism Minister Huot Hak said the March 18 initiative by Bank of China’s Phnom Penh branch would make payments more convenient for visitors.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia and Japan discuss Phnom Penh/Siem Reap–Okinawa charters
A March 13 meeting considered charter links, tourism and trade, education support and promotion of Cambodian products in Japan.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia and Australia build on over 30 years of agricultural research
The report describes laser land levelling, rice and poultry research, and Fiona Simson’s visit to discuss future cooperation.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Sen’s 2017 remarks against bullying by privileged children resurface
He urged teachers to strengthen moral education and opposed children using wealthy or powerful families’ influence against others in an October 14, 2017 address.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh begins preparations for Nokor Sangkranta 2026 at Wat Phnom
Hun Many and Governor Khuong Sreng presided over a blessing and preparation ceremony on March 19 ahead of the Khmer New Year celebrations.
Read the original report or page ↗Nine foreign suspects detained at suspected online gambling site in Phnom Penh
The March 18 raid in Niroth detained eight Chinese nationals and one Malaysian and seized 247 phones and other equipment.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia–China latte art competition planned for March 28–29 in Phnom Penh
Organisers say the Oakwood Premier Phnom Penh event will promote hospitality skills and local coffee, following a March 18 press conference.
Read the original report or page ↗Phnom Penh raids suspected online gambling operation in Peng Huoth development
Nine foreign suspects were detained on March 18 in Niroth, with 247 phones and other equipment seized. Police are investigating alleged overseas gambling and fraud operations.
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