Phnom Nam Lear and Phnom Kulen to Become Geographical Heritage Conservation Areas
The Ministry of Environment has announced plans to transform Phnom Kulen and Phnom Nam Lear into Geo-Parks, aiming to preserve the earth’s geographical heritage. Concurrently, a three-hectare regional nursery project on Phnom Kulen has been successfully completed. This development was confirmed by Mr. Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment, during a meeting with Prof. Dr. Watanabe […]
Singapore Airlines Achieves Nearly US$2 Billion Annual Profit Amid Surging Demand
Singapore Airlines has reported a remarkable annual profit of S$2.68 billion (US$1.99 billion) for the fiscal year, a significant rise from the S$2.16 billion recorded the previous year. This achievement underscores the airline’s robust performance and strategic market positioning, according to CAN on 15 May 2024. The surge in profits was primarily driven by increased […]
Cambodia Earns Nearly US$23m from Angkor, Koh Ker, and Boat Ride Tickets in First Five Months of 2024
In the first five months of 2024, Cambodia generated US$22,759,098 from the sale of tickets to Angkor, Koh Ker, and boat rides, according to a report by the Angkor Institute on 1 June 2024. This impressive revenue highlights the growing attraction of Cambodia’s historical and cultural sites. The report details that during this period, Cambodia […]
Po Leaf Project Inaugurated at Buddhist Cultural Centre with US$5.5 Million Investment
The Buddhist Cultural Centre has officially inaugurated 38 construction projects shaped like po leaves, with a total investment exceeding US$5.5 million. The ceremony, presided over by PM Samdech Hun Manet, took place on 30 May 2024. The key elements of this monumental project include a 9-storey Cholamoni stupa, four large stupas, eight small stupas symbolising […]
La Arng Spean Prehistoric Site to Become New Tourist Attraction in Battambang
Plans to transform the ancient La Arng Spean prehistoric site in Battambang province into a new tourist destination are underway, aiming to highlight the site’s historical significance dating back over 70,000 years. This development was announced by the Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with the Battambang Provincial Department of Tourism on 20 May 2024. Mr. […]
France to Build Museum Near Koh Ker to Boost More Tourists
France plans to build a museum near Koh Ker temple to attract more tourists. This initiative was discussed by HE M. Vincent Éblé, Senator of the Seine-et-Marne (Île-de-France) and Chairman of the Franco-Cambodian Friendship Group, during a meeting with Samdech Techo Hun Sen on 17 May 2024. During the meeting, HE M. Vincent Éblé suggested […]