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Poipet Province in Cambodia warmly welcomed a delegation from the Senate Committee No. 9 to discuss administrative progress, law enforcement, and public service delivery challenges. Provincial authorities reported achievements in infrastructure and economic projects, with the committee's engagement expected to boost further provincial development.
Cambodia highlighted the role of women in promoting peace and fostering a culture of peace at a UN forum, showcasing its commitment to empowering women through inclusive policies and increased participation in governance.
Cambodia has been elected Vice-Chair of the Least Developed Countries (LDC) group, serving a three-year term from September 2026 to September 2029, as it prepares to graduate from LDC status in 2029 and aims to become an upper-middle-income country by 2030.
Cambodia is demonstrating efforts to diversify its economy, aiming to reduce over-reliance on China. Cultivating new investment destinations and expanding export markets are key to sustainable growth.
Cambodia's Ministry of Education is encouraging students who failed the high school graduation exam (Bac II) to continue studying and strengthen their abilities for next year's exam. This year's pass rate was 84.06%. The ministry emphasizes that failure is not the end and vocational training pathways are also available.
A French journalist is exhibiting photographs documenting clashes between Cambodia and Thailand and alleged damage to World Heritage sites at the Visa pour l’Image festival in Perpignan, France. He claims Thailand attacked Cambodia in 2025, annexed territory, and damaged temples.
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology has issued Cambodia's weather forecast for September 3rd. While generally sunny across the country, some areas may experience brief rainfall, particularly in southern and inland regions.
Global electronics giant Panasonic is considering Cambodia as a potential future manufacturing base, with plans to expand cooperation in energy-efficient technologies, human resource development, and product standards.
The well-maintained garden in front of Battambang Provincial Referral Hospital has become chaotically occupied by food stalls and seating. The hospital director stated that the vendors were previously relocated to the north side of the hospital grounds but have since spread out in front, and plans to request intervention from the city authorities.
Cambodia has frozen over $300 million in assets during a year-long operation against cyber scams. 446 cases have been brought to court, prosecuting 3,927 individuals from 29 nationalities. Authorities emphasize resolute legal enforcement to cut off financial flows for criminal networks.
Kampot Province, Cambodia, recorded a higher pass rate of 90.01% in the August 10, 2026, high school exit examinations, surpassing the previous year. However, the number of students achieving the top 'A' grade decreased by 26 to 62. This trend may be influenced by changes in the Ministry of Education's examination system and evolving teaching methodologies.
A carpentry class at Smiling Gecko Cambodia on July 24, 2026, highlights the organization's efforts to equip young Cambodians with practical skills and employment opportunities, fostering future livelihoods.
Cambodia's Skills Development Fund (SDF) launched a skills development campaign in Siem Reap for informal economy workers. The initiative aims to boost the overall economy and enhance tourism service standards by promoting registration on digital platforms and improving business and digital skills.
Garment factory workers in Kampong Speu province have returned to work following the resolution of a labor dispute. An agreement on 18 points, brokered by the Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training, led to the workers resuming their duties.
Cambodia's Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology inspected the progress of canal rehabilitation and reservoir construction projects in Takeo Province. The rehabilitation of main canals is complete, and reservoir construction is advancing, expected to stabilize agricultural water supply and contribute to the local economy.
The President of the Cambodian Press Club stated that the Khmer Rouge tribunal's Resource Centre offers sufficient resources for the public to study the era. He encouraged media professionals and the general public to utilize this center.
The Cambodian Ministry of Education has commended students from border provinces of Oddar Meanchey, Preah Vihear, and Banteay Meanchey for achieving pass rates exceeding 80% in the high school diploma examination (Bak Doep). This performance rivals that of inland provinces, demonstrating educational resilience despite past conflict.
Cambodia's Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport has issued a message of encouragement to students who did not pass the 2026 high school graduation exam (Bak Doep), stating that failure is "not the end." The pass rate for the exam was 84.06%.
Cambodia has frozen over $300 million in assets and initiated 446 legal cases as part of a year-long crackdown on cyber fraud. The operation has implicated 3,927 individuals from 29 nationalities, including some public officials involved in four separate cases.
Farmers in Cambodia's Angkor Thom district are supplementing their household income by raising pigs as a secondary occupation after the rice and crop harvest season. Selling piglets from sows proves more profitable than selling pork.
Cambodia's Minister of Public Works and Transport has ordered improvements in the accuracy, transparency, efficiency, and speed of public service delivery in the capital, Phnom Penh. Progress on major infrastructure projects undertaken by the ministry was also reported, suggesting contributions to the nation's economic development.
Cambodian authorities have dismantled large-scale online scam compounds, arresting numerous suspects and freezing assets. However, fraud groups are shifting to smaller, decentralized operations, prompting experts to call for the complete dismantling of criminal networks.
Cambodian authorities have frozen over $300 million in bank accounts and sent 446 scam cases involving 3,927 suspects to court as part of a national crackdown on online fraud. Nearly 30,000 suspects have been detained, and over 22,000 foreign nationals rescued and repatriated.
Cambodia's labour force participation rate reached 71.6% in 2025, with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, an increase from 69.3% in 2019, indicating a more active economy and shifting labour market.
Cambodia's Ministry of Planning has officially released the results of the 2025 Labor Force Survey. The survey indicates a working-age population of approximately 13.1 million, with the labor force participation rate increasing to 71.6%. While the service sector employs the most, a significant portion of jobs remain in the informal sector. The government plans to leverage this data to strengthen socio-economic development policies.
Cambodia's National Committee for Disaster Management announced that abnormal regional storms in August caused heavy rainfall in the upper Mekong River basin, leading to a sharp rise in the river's water levels. Several monitoring stations have reached alert levels, causing floods in low-lying areas and impacting homes, farmland, and infrastructure.
Cambodia's Investment Promotion Special Working Group convened to discuss investment proposals for establishing SME clusters and factories in three areas of Sihanoukville Province (Kampong Som City, Prey Nob District, and Stueng Hav District). Uncertainty regarding land ownership emerged as a key challenge, with directives issued for close collaboration with relevant ministries to conduct detailed studies and adhere to legal procedures.
In Cambodia's Kampong Speu province, approximately 60,000 hectares of rice cultivation are facing a crisis due to prolonged drought exacerbated by El Niño. The provincial governor has ordered relevant departments to expedite water supply and irrigation efforts to mitigate the damage.
Cambodia's Ambassador to South Korea met with Jeju Halla University to discuss potential scholarships for Cambodian students with AI learning experience. This initiative aims to enhance Cambodia's higher education and international competitiveness.
Kampong Speu Province has announced the results of its high school diploma examinations (Bak Doup), with 4,845 out of 5,222 candidates passing, achieving a pass rate of nearly 90%. While only 31 students received the top 'A' grade, the provincial governor highlighted improvements in educational quality and reform efforts.
Russian Presidential Aide Yuri Ushakov suggested that Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump, and Chinese President Xi Jinping might hold a trilateral meeting at the APEC summit in November. If realized, it could mark a new development in relations between the world's major powers.
Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen has proposed the establishment of 'Inter-Parliamentary Observers' to resolve border disputes with Thailand. Several Cambodian political parties have expressed their support for this initiative, calling for international intervention and increased pressure on Thailand to negotiate.
Three students in Prey Nob district, Preah Sihanouk province, Cambodia, have achieved top 'A' grades in their high school exit exams. District Governor Ee Thiran praised their efforts and wished them future success.
In Cambodia's Stung Treng province, a man discovered allegedly stealing was beaten to death, and his body was dumped in a pond to conceal evidence. Police have arrested a suspect, stating the motive was the discovery of the theft.
Ukraine's President warned of drone attack risks in Russian airspace, which President Putin decried as 'state terrorism,' refusing negotiation. The prolonged conflict may indirectly impact Cambodia's economy.
A contract staff member in Angkor Borei District, Takeo Province, Cambodia, has been abruptly dismissed by the district governor, leading to issues of unpaid salaries. The former position is reportedly filled by the governor's driver, raising demands for a transparent explanation.