Cambodia's Ministry of Agriculture has signed an MoU with China's Haikou Silk Road Academy on research cooperation for agricultural supply chain resilience and development. The partnership aims to increase investment in key agricultural sub-sectors and enhance processing capabilities, thereby boosting agricultural exports to the Chinese market and ensuring mutual benefits.
Cambodia's Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology conducted a census of its staff from August 10-11, 2026. This initiative aims to enhance public administration efficiency and ensure accurate human resource data for future capacity development planning.
Cambodia's Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, in collaboration with JICA, announced the results of a three-year technical cooperation project aimed at strengthening long-term planning capacity for safe water supply in urban areas. This initiative has produced policy tools for the water sector's development up to 2040.
Heng Ratana, Director General of the Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC), expressed concern that the human cost of conflict with Thailand is being obscured by political narratives. He highlighted that 349 towns and villages were affected, impacting over 90,000 families, and called for international support and accountability.
Cambodia's National Institute of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (NIEI) is offering scholarships for six vocational skills under the government's TVET 1.5M program. This initiative targets youth from poor and vulnerable families, providing monthly stipends to support skill acquisition aligned with market demands.
Three women have been arrested in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, for allegedly attempting to defraud a bank by using forged documents to secure loans. This incident highlights growing concerns about rising crime rates in the country.
Cambodia has warned of a new threat from unexploded ordnance following recent clashes along its border with Thailand. The country is highlighting the potential impact on decades of demining efforts and the need for additional resources, seeking continued international support.
Cambodian National Police have received specialized training in crime scene examination techniques from officials of the French Ministry of the Interior's Directorate of International Security Cooperation. This training aims to enhance Cambodia's law enforcement capabilities.
Cambodia is set to further deepen its economic cooperation with China, with a focus on increased infrastructure investment and expanded bilateral trade. This move underscores China's continued importance as a key partner in Cambodia's economic development strategy.
Cambodia has accused Thailand of constructing military facilities and expanding infrastructure in disputed border areas, further escalating tensions. Phnom Penh asserts that Thailand's actions violate bilateral agreements and demands an immediate halt to the construction.
The Association of Banks in Cambodia (ABC) inaugurated its new Phnom Penh headquarters on August 10, 2026, aiming to bolster the banking sector's development and inter-industry coordination. Human resource development is identified as the next priority.
Phnom Penh police have arrested 14 Vietnamese nationals, including one woman, for operating illegal online scams from a condominium in Sen Sok district. Authorities seized a significant amount of electronic equipment, including computers and mobile phones.
In Kampong Thom province, Cambodia, new homes funded by Samdech Techo Hun Sen and Samdech Bun Rany Hun Sen were donated to disabled war veterans. This initiative is part of broader efforts to support former soldiers impacted by past conflicts and improve their living conditions.
The President of the Cambodian National Assembly attended the funeral of the Lao Parliament's President, reaffirming the traditional friendship and strategic partnership between the two nations. The late Lao President was honored for his contributions to bilateral relations. This visit highlights Cambodia's diplomatic engagement in the region.
In Cambodia's Takeo province, strict measures against cheating were implemented for the high school exit examinations. Supervisors emphasized the thorough elimination of cheating and fraud to improve the quality of education and human resource development in Cambodia. A total of 9,563 candidates took the exam across 17 centers in Takeo province.
Cambodia commenced its high school exit examinations on August 10th across various centers. The exams cover Khmer Literature and Physics for science streams, and Mathematics and Moral and Civic Education for social science streams. Anti-corruption officials are also monitoring the process to ensure transparency.
A 28-year-old man has been arrested in Phnom Penh's Chbar Ampov district on suspicion of breaking into and stealing from a coffee shop. Police are currently conducting further investigations into the incident, which highlights a trend of petty crime in urban areas.
The Cambodian government has strongly protested alleged violations of its sovereignty by Thailand, citing the construction of new military bunkers and plans to extend the national power grid into disputed border areas. Cambodia asserts these activities contravene existing bilateral agreements and demands their immediate cessation.
Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen has taken note of an article by an international political analyst titled 'Humanitarianism Lacks Empathy.' The report critiques Thailand's counterarguments to a UN Special Rapporteur concerning Cambodian internally displaced persons and workers. Hun Sen shared the report to foster understanding between the two nations' populations.
Cambodia's high school exit examination (Bakdou test) commenced smoothly on its first day. Despite 1,314 candidates being absent, the exam proceeded without significant irregularities or major disruptions. The Ministry of Education commended the responsible conduct of both candidates and invigilators.
The Cambodian government has issued a strong protest against Thailand's repeated violations of its sovereignty and territorial integrity in border areas. Tensions are rising between the two nations, necessitating a diplomatic resolution.
The Cambodian Ministry of Health awarded medals to the 4th batch of Chinese traditional medicine experts who concluded their medical mission in Cambodia. Over one year, the team provided consultations to approximately 11,000 patients and direct medical services to over 4,000 individuals. This ceremony symbolizes the 'ironclad friendship' and 'community of shared future' between China and Cambodia, underscoring the deepening bilateral cooperation in the healthcare sector.
The Cambodian Red Cross has provided humanitarian aid, including rice, noodles, water, condiments, clothing, and cash, to 20 families affected by a tropical storm in Kandal Stung district, Kandal province. Victims were encouraged, and calls were made for improved hygiene and dengue fever prevention.
Cambodia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a strong protest against repeated violations of its sovereignty and territorial integrity by Thai forces along the border. The ministry cited the construction of military facilities within Cambodian territory and plans for infrastructure development as illegal acts. Cambodia demands an immediate cessation of these activities.
Cambodian Army Commander reaffirmed Cambodia's stance on peacefully resolving border issues based on international law during a meeting with the US Pacific Fleet Commander. He emphasized that military force will not be used to alter border lines and confirmed the progress of military cooperation between the two countries.
The Cambodian government has demanded an immediate halt to Thailand's construction of new military fortifications and expansion of its power grid into Cambodian territory along their shared border. Cambodia views these actions as violations of its sovereignty and international agreements.
Kampong Cham Provincial Fisheries Administration, in collaboration with local authorities, has cracked down on three illegal fishing cases. Seized items included electric shock fishing gear and gillnets, which were subsequently destroyed. This operation aims to protect sustainable fishery resources.
Cambodia marked the 32nd International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, honoring indigenous midwives and reaffirming the government's commitment to cultural heritage and rights. The celebration, led by the Minister of Rural Development, drew approximately 940 participants.
Cambodia's Mine Action and Victim Assistance Authority (CMAA) expressed deep gratitude for Luxembourg's sustained support for humanitarian mine action, particularly through the "Clearing for Results" project, which contributes to poverty reduction and community development.
Cambodia, in cooperation with the WHO, will host the 9th Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum on Global Health (APPF-GH) from Aug. 11-13. Themed 'Universal Health Coverage in the Era of Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence,' the forum will convene delegations from 16 countries to discuss improving public health services.
Cambodia's Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology has commenced a two-day census of its staff, along with personnel from the National Mekong Committee and the Tonle Sap Authority. The initiative aims to enhance public administration efficiency and human resource management.
Cambodia marked the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, focusing on the vital role of indigenous midwives. The government reaffirmed its commitment to improving livelihoods, preserving culture, and upholding the rights of indigenous peoples, promoting sustainable development.
Kampong Speu Province has distributed 750 land ownership certificates (hard titles) to residents in 9 villages of Yai Mao Pech Niel commune, Phnom Sruoch district. This initiative aims to secure legal land tenure for citizens and improve their livelihoods.
The first day of Cambodia's high school graduation exams proceeded smoothly nationwide with no significant irregularities reported. However, eight cases of cheating, including the unauthorized use of electronic devices, were detected, prompting strict measures from authorities. Over 150,000 candidates are participating this year, with science streams comprising about 25% and social science streams about 75%.
A high-level delegation from the Cambodian National Assembly will visit Laos to pay respects to the late Xaysomphone Phomvihane, Speaker of the Lao People's Democratic Republic's National Assembly, who passed away on August 8 at the age of 70. The delegation will honor his contributions to the traditional friendship and strategic partnership between the two nations.