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Norway Commits USD 1.2 Million to Mine Action Support in Cambodia
The Norwegian government has officially announced a significant new initiative to support mine action efforts in Cambodia, pledging a budget of USD 1.2 million for the period from 2025 to 2027. The grant was formalized during a signing ceremony held today, attended by Ms. Astrid Emilie Helle, the Norwegian Ambassador to Cambodia, and H.E. Ly Thuj, Senior Minister and First Deputy Chairman of the C...
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Cambodia Welcomes Surge in Singaporean Tourists in 2025
In a positive boost for its tourism sector, Cambodia welcomed nearly 30,000 visitors from Singapore in the first eight months of 2025, marking a notable increase of almost 4% compared to the previous year. This growth reflects the ongoing commitment between Cambodia and Singapore to enhance bilateral cooperation in tourism. The recent figures were shared during a meeting on September 29, 2025, ...
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Cambodia Welcomes Nearly 70,000 Malaysian Tourists in First Eight Months of 2025, Marking a 10% Increase
In a positive trend for the tourism sector, Cambodia welcomed nearly 70,000 Malaysian tourists in the first eight months of 2025, reflecting a nearly 10% increase compared to the same period last year. The announcement came from the Cambodian Ministry of Tourism via their official Facebook page on September 29, 2025. The upsurge in Malaysian visitors comes as part of a broader initiative associ...
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Billionaire Peter Lim’s Thomson Medical Unveils Ambitious $4.3 Billion Mixed-Use Project in Malaysia
In a groundbreaking development that promises to reshape Malaysia's urban landscape, billionaire entrepreneur Peter Lim, founder of Thomson Medical, has announced plans for a massive $4.3 billion mixed-use project. This ambitious initiative aims to blend residential, commercial, and medical facilities, reflecting Lim's commitment to enhancing the quality of life in the region. Located in a prim...
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ASEAN Secretary-General Pledges Stronger Support for Cambodia’s Tourism Growth
In a significant boost for Cambodia’s tourism sector, ASEAN Secretary-General H.E. Kao Kim Hourn has endorsed a proposal from the Ministry of Tourism, outlining five strategic initiatives to enhance tourism quality across the region. The announcement followed a meeting with H.E. Huot Hak, Cambodia’s Minister of Tourism, in Malaysia. Both leaders highlighted Cambodia’s growing role in advancing ...
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Cambodia Welcomes Over 4 million International Tourists in First Eight Months of 2025
In a remarkable boost for the tourism sector, Cambodia welcomed over 4 million international tourists in the first eight months of 2025, accompanied by a staggering 17.28 million domestic travelers. This marks an impressive increase of nearly 53% compared to the same period last year. Prime Minister Hun Sen shared these encouraging statistics on World Tourism Day, celebrated annually on September ...
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Southeast Asia Faces Condo Oversupply: A Challenge for Property Developers in Three Nations
In a striking development within the Southeast Asian real estate sector, developers across three nations are grappling with a significant oversupply of condominium units. This trend is raising concerns about market sustainability and future investment potential in a region once seen as a growing haven for property development. Countries like Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines are at the fo...
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Cambodia and Japan Strengthen Tourism Ties Amid Rising Visitor Numbers
The Ministry of Tourism of Cambodia welcomed a delegation from Japan’s Aichi Prefecture and leading Japanese private companies this week, aiming to deepen cooperation and boost tourism exchange between the two nations. Discussions centered on diversifying tourism markets, expanding promotional activities, and exploring the possibility of direct flight connections to further increase visitor flo...
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Cambodia’s E-Commerce Projected to Reach USD 1.1 Billion by Year-End
Cambodia’s e-commerce sector is set to achieve a remarkable milestone, with projections indicating that revenue will hit USD 1.1 billion by the end of 2025. This optimistic forecast was unveiled by the Minister of Commerce, Cham Nimal, at the opening of the “2nd Cambodia Digital Trade Forum and Online Exhibition” held on September 12, 2025. The event, themed “Building Cambodia’s Future through Dig...
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China Unveils Breakthrough Salt-Tolerant Rice Variety to Combat Food Insecurity
In a groundbreaking development for agriculture, Chinese researchers have successfully introduced a new salt-tolerant rice variety known as “sea rice.” This innovative crop can be cultivated in coastal regions where traditional rice farming has faced significant challenges due to saline conditions. By crossbreeding wild rice with modern high-yield varieties, scientists have created a robust cro...
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