Cambodia

Social issues and public affairs across Cambodia.

Chinese Embassy Again Urges Cambodia to Protect Citizens Amid Missing-Person Cases

Ambassador Wang Wenbin urged stronger protection and rescue of Chinese citizens during a meeting with Sar Sokha, highlighting unlawful detention, violence and online scams; Cambodia said it was taking firm enforcement measures.

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Cambodian Foreign Ministry Protests Thai Military Actions at the Border

Cambodia’s foreign ministry protested on January 17 against Thai troops reinstalling barbed wire in Thmor Da, saying it affected civilians’ safe return and urging full implementation of the December 27 joint statement.

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Cambodia’s First Lady Hands Over Four Homes to Fallen Soldiers’ Families in Tboung Khmum and Kampong Cham

Dr Pech Chanmony Hun Manet handed over one home in Tboung Khmum and three in Kampong Cham to fallen soldiers’ families on January 17, also bringing condolences, money, household supplies and food.

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Phnom Penh Seizes About 300,000 E-Cigarette Devices and Related Goods Worth Millions

Phnom Penh gendarmes raided an alleged illicit e-cigarette outlet on January 15, seizing 268,504 devices and 69,615 pods among other goods;58-year-old owner Tang Sok Heng was arrested for further proceedings.

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Cambodia Announces Summer Visa-Exemption Pilot for Chinese Visitors

Tourism Minister Huot Hak outlined a June 15–October 15, 2026 visa-exemption pilot for Chinese passport holders and asked CATA to align its annual planning with the Green Season Action Plan.

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Phnom Penh Raids Two Suspected Online-Scam Sites, Detaining 75 Foreign Nationals

Inspections in Makara and Sen Sok on January 16 found 75 foreigners suspected of online-scam and unlawful-residence offences; the cases remain under investigation.

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Sun Chanthol: China Remains Cambodia’s Largest Source of Investment Capital

In a January 16 China News Service interview, Sun Chanthol said China remained Cambodia’s largest investment-capital source, welcomed lawful investment from all countries and urged Chinese investors to consider further opportunities.

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Photo Exhibition Traces Phnom Penh’s Transformation Over Three Decades

Held during the city’s 2025 review and 2026 planning meeting, the exhibition presented urban development; Khuong Sreng introduced it to Sun Chanthol, who praised the administration’s long-term governance work.

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Cambodian official: arresting Chen Zhi and others is only the first step

In a January 16 interview with China News Service, Sun Chanthol said the arrest and deportation of Chen Zhi and other suspected online scammers was only the first step in continued action against online fraud.

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Cambodian foreign minister: continued Thai occupation prevents about 4,000 displaced families from returning

Prak Sokhonn told Reuters that about 4,000 displaced families could not yet return because Thai troops continued to occupy some Cambodian civilian areas and obstruct access to villages, posing risks to the ceasefire.

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