Domestic Desk
October 19
PM Invites Former Opposition Lawmaker Um Sam An to Defend Claims of Cambodian Territory Loss
CambodianessPHNOM PENH – Prime Minister Hun Manet has invited former opposition lawmaker Um Sam An to meet with border experts to present evidence supporting his claim that temporary boundary markers were moved into Cambodia’s territory at the Cambodia-Thai border.Cambodian Farmer Named Among FAO’s 100 Women Heroes
CambodianessPHNOM PENH – Siem Reap farmer Set Hach has been recognised by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) as one of its 100 Women Heroes in Agrifood Systems.+ 3 more
Cambodia, Thailand agree on UNCLOS ‘confidence-building measures’
Phnom Penh PostCambodia and Thailand have shared support for the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) conciliation process, going forward. The neighbouring Kingdoms have agreed to adopt specific confidence-building measures, including recognition of each other’s right to make “public statements to defend their legitimate interests”. The agreement was reached during the second meeting of…+ 2 more
Monetrey to Compete for Cambodia in First Eurovision Asia
KiripostThe Cambodian singer-songwriter won professional and audience votes in a national talent show on October 17, and will compete against regional stars in Bangkok in November.Five million trees: Cambodia shares biodiversity targets with global summit
Phnom Penh PostCambodia has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting biodiversity, restoring ecosystems and promoting sustainable development, while calling for stronger international financing, technology transfer and capacity-building support to turn global biodiversity targets into tangible results. The commitment was highlighted by Minister of Environment Eang Sophalleth, as he delivered Cambodia’s national statement at the UN Biodiversity Conference Leaders’…Eight Villagers Summoned for Torching Wildlife Sanctuary Station in Ratanakiri
Camboja NewsThe Ratanakiri Provincial Court has summoned eight villagers, including six Bunong indigenous people, to give a statement over the torching of the Sre Chrey sub-ranger station in Lumphat Wildlife Sanctuary, following the death of a woman during a crackdown on small-scale gold mining.Cambodia and Azerbaijan Sign Three Agreements to Strengthen Economic Ties
KiripostCambodia and Azerbaijan have inked three agreements covering trade and economic cooperation, education and the elimination of double taxation, as both countries seek to expand investment and bilateral trade.+ 26 more