Sihanoukville & Cambodia news
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Cambodia repatriates another 500 Chinese nationals after earlier group of 335
The immigration department said 500 people, including 13 women, were repatriated overnight on March 15–16; another 335 had left on March 14.
Read the original report or page ↗Yat Vinel appointed secretary-general of Cambodia’s commercial gambling administration
A royal decree signed by Acting Head of State Hun Sen appointed Yat Vinel to replace Ros Phirun, with rank equivalent to secretary of state.
Read the original report or page ↗Four Chinese nationals escape moving pickup in suspected trafficking case in Thailand
Thai police investigated after two men and two women escaped from a pickup in Mae Sot and said they feared being taken to a scam compound in Myanmar.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian government spokesman restates border position and concern for citizens abroad
Pen Bona outlined Cambodia’s position on inherited boundaries and existing agreements and discussed the safety of Cambodians in the Middle East and elsewhere.
Read the original report or page ↗Three people reported dead in Tboung Khmum shooting
Early reports on the morning of March 16 said three bodies were found; police were investigating the motive and identities involved.
Read the original report or page ↗Prak Sokhonn meets Australian House Speaker to discuss parliamentary ties
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn met Milton Dick on March 16 to discuss Cambodia–Australia relations and regional issues.
Read the original report or page ↗Agriculture Ministry outlines urgent measures on fuel and fertiliser
Spokesperson Khim Finan described coordination over fuel supplies and talks with fertiliser suppliers, while warning of global price pressure.
Read the original report or page ↗Mang Sineth inspects bridge and junction widening in Sihanoukville
The provincial governor visited work in Sangkat 4 on March 15. The donor-funded improvements are intended to ease traffic.
Read the original report or page ↗Agriculture Ministry asks capital and provincial offices to help farmers secure fuel
Capital and provincial departments are to coordinate fuel and fuel-gas supplies and price monitoring, help farmers resolve difficulties, promote safe storage and report irregularities.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia reports H5N1 infection in a 45-year-old woman
The Health Ministry said on March 15 that the woman in Banteay Meanchey had tested positive the previous day and was receiving isolation treatment.
Read the original report or page ↗Battambang plans traditional New Year activities without large concerts
Governor Sok Lou outlined arrangements for April 14–16, including religious activities, traditional food, folk games and arts.
Read the original report or page ↗Higher fuel costs keep some Sihanoukville fishing boats ashore
Some fishers said rising costs were making trips unprofitable. The March 14–16 diesel price was 6,400 riel per litre, up 350 riel.
Read the original report or page ↗Environment Ministry orders mango factory to stop wastewater discharge
Inspectors alleged missing environmental permits and harmful discharge at a Kampong Speu factory, ordering treatment facilities and other remedial measures.
Read the original report or page ↗288 monk students sit Buddhist lower-secondary entrance examination
Candidates from four provinces attended the March 14 examination for the 2026–2027 academic year, covering Pali, dictation, Vinaya and mathematics.
Read the original report or page ↗288 monk students sit Buddhist lower-secondary entrance examination
Candidates from four provinces attended the March 14 examination for the 2026–2027 academic year, covering Pali, dictation, Vinaya and mathematics.
Read the original report or page ↗Four Cambodian coastal provinces list 4,090 job openings
The Labour Ministry says industrial and service employers in Koh Kong, Preah Sihanouk, Kampot and Kep had 4,090 openings as of March 14, 2026, for returnees from Thailand and other jobseekers.
Read the original report or page ↗Hun Manet chairs Cabinet approval of anti-scam bill proposing five offences
The Cabinet approved a five-chapter, 24-article draft on March 13, proposing five offences and special criminal procedures. Hun Manet reaffirmed the government’s commitment to fighting online scams.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Culture Ministry urges heritage protection and calm responses
The ministry set out its position on Khmer heritage, including the sbai, on March 14 and urged responsible public responses and respect for cultural diversity.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian Tourism Ministry reiterates safety measures and welcomes visitors
The ministry says political and social conditions are stable and describes transport safety, travel facilitation and anti-scam efforts as it invites international tourists to visit.
Read the original report or page ↗CPP committee in Preah Sihanouk reviews February party work
The provincial Cambodian People’s Party committee met on the morning of March 14, 2026, to review February political activities and set further tasks.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian MFA responds to Thai border statement, citing five invitations for technical work
Cambodia’s March 12 response addresses an alleged grenade incident, a statue location and border survey work, and reiterates its position on peaceful resolution under international law and bilateral agreements.
Read the original report or page ↗Agriculture officials review chilli farming progress and challenges in Damnak Trayueng
Khim Finan and Chhoeung Kiriroath led a technical team on March 13 to inspect a veterans’ and retirees’ chilli-growing project in Phnum Kravanh district, Pursat.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia protests Thai military construction in areas it claims as its territory
The Foreign Ministry’s March 13 protest concerns construction and excavation in Preah Vihear and Oddar Meanchey, invoking international judgments and bilateral documents in setting out Cambodia’s position.
Read the original report or page ↗Prak Sokhonn’s New Zealand visit focuses on cooperation and additional demining assistance
Prak Sokhonn visited New Zealand on March 12–13 at Winston Peters’ invitation, discussing political, security, trade and education cooperation and welcoming NZ$7.5 million in additional demining assistance.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian MFA issues four-point response to Thailand on border issues
The spokesperson addresses a grenade allegation, the Ta Um statue, five invitations for survey work and peaceful settlement after Thailand’s March 11 statement.
Read the original report or page ↗Kampong Speu deputy governor warns prison staff against offences for personal gain
Touch Poliva inspected the provincial prison on March 12, calling for tighter controls on phones, prohibited items, visits and deliveries from detainees’ families.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia launches second phase of regional anti-fake-news project
Information Minister Neth Pheaktra launched the project on March 12, with Cambodia, China, Laos, Vietnam and Myanmar participating.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodia’s locally sourced school meals reach more than 300,000 pupils
The Education Ministry said the programme covered 1,114 rural primary schools in ten provinces and supported local communities through purchases and jobs.
Read the original report or page ↗Former Padivatt school building in Phnom Penh prepared for demolition procedures
An old-building task force inspected the former school and two neighbouring structures after resolving matters with residents.
Read the original report or page ↗Cambodian rights chief presents border allegations to UN coordinator
Keo Remy met Vladanka Andreeva on March 12 and raised allegations about Thai conduct; the coordinator expressed concern about the conflict’s impact.
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