Cambodia

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Cambodia Reaffirms Opposition to Cluster Bomb Use and Calls for Stronger International Cooperation

During an NPA clearance inspection, Ly Thuch reiterated Cambodia’s opposition to cluster bombs and called for stronger international cooperation.

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Cambodia Declares Firm Opposition to Cluster Bomb Use and Calls for the World to Eliminate These Dangerous Weapons

During an NPA inspection in Ratanakiri, Ly Thuch called for international efforts to end the use, production, transfer and stockpiling of cluster bombs.

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UN Human Rights Rapporteur for Cambodia Observes Conditions Facing Displaced Border Communities

Thomas Andrews discussed displaced border communities and human rights cooperation with Cambodia’s Permanent Secretary of State Eat Sophea on 31 July 2026.

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Cambodia and US Strengthen Cooperation on Technology to Combat Forest Crimes

Cambodia’s environment minister met a US Homeland Security Investigations representative to discuss modern technology for monitoring and combating forest crimes and sustainably protecting natural resources.

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Chinese Ambassador Brings Humanitarian Aid to Displaced Residents in Preah Vihear

On August 3, 2026, Chinese Ambassador Wang Wenbin brought humanitarian aid and checked on displaced residents still unable to return home at a safety centre in Preah Vihear.

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Cambodia reports deporting 777 foreign nationals across 19 nationality categories in 10 days

The General Department of Immigration reported 777 deportations, including 120 women, for July 21–31, 2026, a period it described as ten days. Among them were 158 Chinese nationals linked to online scams, deported on a special flight from Techo International Airport.

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Cambodia and ADB Sign $250 Million Concessional Loan to Support Economic Stability and Livelihoods

Cambodia and ADB signed a $250 million concessional loan agreement on July 31, 2026, for the RISE Program to support economic stability, jobs, vulnerable households and the green transition.

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King Sihamoni Praises Hun Sen’s Contributions Ahead of His 74th Birthday

King Norodom Sihamoni sent birthday wishes to Senate President Hun Sen, praising his contributions to peace, development and national unity. Hun Sen will turn 74 on August 5, 2026, entering his 75th year.

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Angkor ticket revenue tops US$20 million in first seven months of 2026, down nearly 30%

Angkor Enterprise reported US$20,326,966 in ticket revenue from 428,223 visitors in the first seven months of 2026. Revenue fell 29.03% year on year, while visitor numbers declined by more than 30%.

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Phnom Penh speeds up new Kilometer 9 pumping station, with reported drainage capacity of 8.34m³/s

The new Kilometer 9 pumping station is about 90% complete. Pipe connections are planned before Pchum Ben and full completion in November 2026, alongside canal rehabilitation to improve flood drainage.

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