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October 07
SME one-stop service aims to cut red tape, boost local producers
Phnom Penh PostThe Cambodian government is preparing to introduce a one-stop service that it hopes will reduce registration and licensing burdens on small and medium-sized enterprises. Local business representative Te Taingpor has warned that administrative delays and costs hamper local producers’ ability to compete with imports, meaning the new SME coordination unit cannot come soon enough. The [...]2 days agoCambodia Lifts Asia Games Medal Haul
CambodianessPHNOM PENH – Cambodian athletes have brought home four bronze medals from the 20th Asian Games in Japan, an improvement on the Games in Hangzhou, China, in 2023.1 day agoCambodia Urges UN to Take Stronger Role in Return of 20,000 Displaced Border Residents
CambodianessPHNOM PENH—Cambodia has called on the United Nations to take a more active role in helping more than 20,000 civilians still displaced by the Cambodia-Thailand border conflict, saying their return home cannot be achieved by the Cambodian government alone.1 day ago+ 1 more
Cambodia Launches Training to Curb Alcohol Sales to Minors
KiripostCambodia is launching new training for alcohol retailers and frontline staff on age verification and responsible sales, as Commerce Minister Cham Nimul says implementation remains the key challenge after 18 rounds of discussions on alcohol regulations18 hours agoRice exports growing as Philippines demand increases
Phnom Penh PostSignature Rice, one of the Kingdom’s largest rice exporters, has outlined plans to step up exports to the Philippines. On November 2, 5,000 tonnes were loaded onto a vessel in Kampot, as part of the total 20,000 tonnes the company plans to ship directly to the Philippines this month. It plans to match the figure [...]2 days agoAustralian Award Winners Intend to Return with Cybersecurity, STEM Knowledge
KiripostRecipients of the 2027 Australia Awards prepare to undergo preparatory education in English ahead of pursuing their scholarship-supported advanced degrees overseas.3 days agoNearly 1,500 Myanmar Nationals Repatriated From Malaysia as Un Warns of Risks
KiripostNearly 1,500 Myanmar nationals who were sent back from Malaysia arrived in the country’s largest city on Sunday, despite warnings from the United Nations refugee agency and rights groups that conditions for return remain unsafe.2 days agoHun Manet urges ASEAN veterans’ groups to prioritise welfare
Phnom Penh PostPrime Minister Hun Manet has urged veterans’ associations across ASEAN to place veterans’ quality of life and wellbeing at the centre of regional cooperation, describing care for veterans and retirees as a “moral obligation and an expression of national gratitude”. He made the appeal while opening the 25th General Assembly of the Veterans Confederation of [...]18 hours ago+ 5 more
El Niño tipped to impact Cambodia; FAO issues severe drought warning
Phnom Penh PostCambodia is being urged to strengthen preparations for drought as the 2026 El Niño cycle raises the risk of severe dry conditions, with early warning and monitoring systems giving farmers and authorities more time to protect crops and livelihoods, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) said. Through analysis of 41 years of satellite observations [...]10 hours agoIndian support sees mine-free land presented to Koh Kong villagers
Phnom Penh PostLand which has been cleared of landmines and unexploded ordnance (UXOs) has been formally returned to the residents of Kaoh Pao village, in Koh Kong province’s Pak Khlangcommune. The clearance efforts were supported by an Indian government Quick Impact Project (QIP). The October 1 handover ceremony saw approximately 197,810 square metres presented to the villagers. [...]3 days ago+ 1 more
Ratanakiri authorities warn illegal miners, ringleaders to stop activities
Phnom Penh PostRatanakiri provincial authorities have warned illegal miners and those behind illegal mining operations to immediately halt their activities, saying they will identify ringleaders and others involved and pursue legal action. Illegal natural resource crimes continue to occur in Andoung Meas district and the Lumphat Wildlife Sanctuary, according to a statement issued by the Ratanakiri Provincial [...]17 hours ago