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Cambodia says Thailand raising tensions with new border crossing rules

On Monday, the Thai army imposed heightened restrictions at border checkpoints with Cambodia following an order from the prime minister to allow only students, medical patients and others with essential needs to enter or leave Thailand.

24/06/2025

Cambodia

Cambodia to take up border dispute with Thailand at ICJ

In 1962, the ICJ awarded disputed territory on which a historic temple is located to Cambodia, a move that rankled Thailand and to this day remains a major irritant in bilateral relations.

02/06/2025

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Cambodians remember Khmer Rouge victims 50 years on

Cambodia held a powerful memorial on Tuesday to mark 50 years since the Khmer Rouge began a brutal regime that left around 1.7 million people dead.

20/05/2025

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Cambodia marks 50th anniversary of Khmer Rouge genocide

Hundreds of Cambodians marked the Day of Remembrance by attending a ceremony honouring victims of the Khmer Rouge at one of the "killing fields".

20/05/2025

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Three killed in lightning strike a Cambodia's Angkor Wat temple site

Authorities have released no information about the strike, but an official on Monday confirmed that the three people killed were all Cambodian nationals.

19/05/2025

Cambodia

Cambodian court convicts opposition MP of incitement

The US Embassy, which has been critical of Cambodia's human rights record, had an observer at the hearing but did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

05/05/2025

Cambodia

China's Xi visits Cambodia to strengthen bilateral ties and trade

The Chinese president concluded his Southeast Asian tour in Cambodia, meeting top officials to strengthen ties and discuss trade amid US tariff concerns.

17/04/2025

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Euroviews. Cambodia’s descent into autocracy demands a bold EU response

The world is watching, and history will judge our response. Let us ensure that the EU’s actions reaffirm our collective commitment to a future where democracy and human rights are not only preserved but are allowed to flourish, Mu Sochua writes.

11/04/2025

Tech News

What is 'pig butchering,' the financial scam Meta is warning about?

Meta says it has shut down 2 million accounts on its platforms that are "pig butchering" people into financial scams. But what does that mean?

29/11/2024

Cambodia

Cambodia cracks down on surrogacy as international demand remains high

Once a hub for affordable surrogacy following restrictions in neighbouring countries, Cambodia is trying to curb the practice because of human trafficking concerns.

24/10/2024

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Siamese crocodile returns to Cambodia’s wild

The Siamese crocodile, once thought to be extinct in Cambodia, is making a comeback as a result of a successful reintroduction program that has bred and released captive baby crocodiles into the wild.

23/10/2024

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Cambodia breaks ground on China-funded canal

The €1.5 billion, 180-kilometer Funan Techo canal is planned to connect the country’s capital with Kep province on Cambodia’s south coast, giving it access to the Gulf of Thailand.

05/08/2024

Travel News

Angkor Wat: Cambodia criticised for evictions at popular tourist site

The Cambodian government have been seeking to boost tourism at the heritage site since the pandemic lull.

15/11/2023

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WATCH: Cambodian artist recycles materials to create art work

On the outskirts of Phnom Penh, a Cambodian artist recycles materials to create art work, hoping to encourage others to follow his lead.

10/11/2023

Destinations

Cambodia opens new airport just 40km from famous Angkor Wat temples

Cambodia hopes to encourage visitors to the famous temple site after tourist numbers fell due to the pandemic.

17/10/2023

Cambodia

Euroviews. The EU has to be aware of the ultimate threat to Cambodia's democracy

If the West were to recognise recent election results enabling a dynastic one-party state, it would mean encouraging dictators worldwide and failing the Cambodian people and the international legal order, Sam Rainsy writes.

26/07/2023

Travel News

Cambodian families face eviction as part of Angkor Wat protection plan

With visitor numbers expected to rise now pandemic travel restrictions are over, the government aims to clear them within the next four months.

14/02/2023

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Cambodian demining experts train Ukrainians how to clear Russian mines

Both countries are ranked among the top places in the world plagued by "massive" mine contamination.

19/01/2023

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Search resumes for bodies in Cambodia casino fire

The search for bodies has resumed at a fire-ravaged hotel-casino in the Cambodian border town of Poipet.

30/12/2022

Nature

Fisherman catches record-breaking 300kg giant stingray in Cambodia

Local residents nicknamed the stingray "Boramy,” or “full moon,” because of its round shape.

21/06/2022

Nature

'Giant' stingray accidentally discovered by fishermen in Cambodia

While the discovery was welcomed, marine biologists warned that the biodiversity of the area was under threat.

13/05/2022

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Giant endangered stingray released into Mekong River in Cambodia

An endangered giant freshwater stingray inadvertently hooked by Cambodian fishermen is released unharmed to the Mekong River.

11/05/2022

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Cambodia: vaccination for adolescents begins

Cambodia began a roll out of Covid-19 vaccinations for teenagers in its capital Phnom Penh and three provinces Sunday.

01/08/2021

Green News

World's loneliest elephant starts a new life in sanctuary in Cambodia

Kaavan found a surprising ally in singer Cher who fought for years for his release from a Pakistani zoo.

02/12/2020

Travel News

Meet the gardeners risking their lives to save Angkor Wat

These extreme gardeners are risking their lives to protect the 900 year-old Angkor Wat Temples.

17/11/2020

Cambodia

Khmer Rouge’s chief jailer, guilty of war crimes, dies at 77

Kaing Guek Eav, known as Duch, had been serving a life prison term for war crimes and crimes against humanity.

02/09/2020