Cambodia

Social issues and public affairs across Cambodia.

Hun Sen meets Kandal local leaders on improving public services

Acting head of state Hun Sen met councillors and departmental leaders on June 6, discussing administrative capacity, timely public services and local challenges.

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CDC reform pledges feature at Cambodia’s second government–business breakfast

At an AmCham Cambodia event guided by the CDC, Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol pledged institutional reform and investor support. Officials heard business concerns, with further consultations and follow-up planned.

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Cambodian ministry condemns Khnar temple stair damage and opposes Thai plans at Ta Krabei

A June 5 ministry statement alleges destruction of the 1,181-step, 325-metre stairway built in 2017 and opposes Thai religious, tourism and ticketing plans at Ta Krabei, reiterating Cambodia’s sovereignty position and peaceful legal and diplomatic response.

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Cambodia and China sign nearly US$2m fund agreement for seven 2026 Mekong–Lancang projects

Prak Sokhonn and Ambassador Wang Wenbin signed a June 4 agreement worth about US$1.98m for seven projects spanning poverty reduction, rural water, packaging, health, tourism, green technology capacity for engineers and water data. The report puts funded projects since 2017 at 113.

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Proposed additional US tariff could challenge Cambodian exports

The report says Cambodia faces a proposed 10% additional tariff under a USTR consultation that is not yet in force. It cites a July 6 comment deadline and planned July 7 hearing, with analyst Sam Seun urging dialogue and stronger labour safeguards.

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Wang Wenbin says China and Cambodia sign 2026 Lancang–Mekong agreement as projects reach 113

Wang Wenbin said on his official page that he and Prak Sokhonn signed Cambodia’s Special Fund agreement. He put cooperation at 113 projects across poverty reduction, education, health and other fields, and welcomed continued six-country and partner engagement.

2026-06-04KPS99TV

Preah Sihanouk Red Cross receives over US$100,000 plus riel donations for humanitarian work

A third donation round on June 3 brought support from 165 donors, totalling 46.09 million riel and US$104,472. Branch chairman Mang Sineth thanked contributors and pledged transparent use for people in need.

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Commerce Ministry reviews procedures for Cambodian private trade centres abroad

On June 3, the Commerce Ministry reviewed draft procedures for establishing and managing Cambodian private trade centres abroad, with the aim of promoting products and expanding export markets.

2026-06-03KPS99TV

Phnom Penh police seek suspects after Chinese national’s body is found in Dangkor

Phnom Penh police say they are working with national police specialists to investigate the killing of a Chinese national whose body was found in a white Prius in Dangkor on the night of May 29, 2026.

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Hun Manet: Education and health are essential long-term investments in national defence

Speaking at the National Institute of Physical Education and Sport on June 3, 2026, Prime Minister Hun Manet said education, health and human development form a foundation for national defence.

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