Cambodia

Social issues and public affairs across Cambodia.

Cambodia approves 150 MW wind-power investment in Mondulkiri

CDC reported January 2026 approval for the approximately US$200 million Sen Monorom project, expected to create 42 jobs, with a Malaysia-based investor.

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Phnom Penh reiterates March 30 anti-scam target and strengthens fire readiness

The February 12 council meeting covered public security, order and services, with Khuong Sreng conveying the prime minister’s instruction and discussing firefighting plans.

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Cambodia pledges stronger and more effective cooperation with Japan

Sun Chanthol represented Cambodia at a February 11 reception for Japan’s Emperor’s birthday and National Day, thanking Japan for support for peacebuilding and socioeconomic development.

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Pech Chanmony Hun Manet reviews free heart-surgery programme for children

Dr Pech Chanmony Hun Manet visited the National Pediatric Hospital on February 12 to review its joint programme with CHPAA, medical training and equipment support and meet children, families and staff.

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Philippines says it is ready to continue leading ASEAN observers on Cambodia–Thailand border

Hun Manet met Philippine armed forces chief Romeo S. Brawner Jr. at the Peace Palace on February 12, discussing military cooperation and reaffirming Cambodia’s peaceful approach to border issues.

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Hun Sen volunteer lawyers aid girl uncompensated after an accident five years ago

The lawyers intervened on February 11, saying they had contacted the family, begun investigating and assigned counsel to pursue the girl’s rights through the courts.

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Cambodia protests continued Thai destruction of civilian infrastructure and administrative buildings in Boeung Trakuon

A February 11 Foreign Ministry statement protested reported destruction and earthworks near Boeung Trakuon and Chouk Chey and reiterated peaceful settlement and opposition to border changes by force.

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Cambodia's anti-scam efforts enter legislative stage as committee preliminarily approves draft anti-telecom and online fraud law

An inter-ministerial committee preliminarily approved the anti-scam draft following a technical review led by Koeut Rith; formal legislation, promulgation and implementation remain later steps.

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Pen Bona: Cambodian people displaced by fighting receive attention from the government and international community

The report recounts an EU ambassador and UNICEF visit to a displacement centre and Cambodia’s calls for safe, dignified returns and children’s access to schooling.

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Poor performance: Cambodia ranks 163rd in global Corruption Perceptions Index

Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index, released February 10, ranked Cambodia 163rd of 182 with 20 points, down from 21 in 2024.

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