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Cambodia Earns Over USD 33m from Angkor, Koh Ker & Boat Ride Ticket Sales in 9 Months
In nine months of 2024, Cambodia generated a remarkable USD 33,284,233 from ticket sales for Angkor, Koh Ker, and boat rides, reflecting the growing influx of international tourism. Of this, USD 32,522,730 was collected from 699,850 foreign tourists purchasing tickets to visit Angkor, marking a 30.32% increase compared to the same period last year, according […]
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Urgent Warning: Surge in Fake Telegram Groups Targeting Investors & General People
A concerning trend has emerged in Cambodia, with a notable increase in fraudulent Telegram groups masquerading as legitimate entities, aimed at deceiving individuals into investing in non-existent schemes. These counterfeit groups are exploiting the names and logos of reputable companies and institutions, such as Royal Group, Borey Peng Huoth, National Bank, and Canadia Bank, to […]
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Cambodia & Japan Enhance Trade Ties to Boost Cambodia’s Cashew Export Potential
To bolster Cambodia’s agricultural export potential, particularly in the cashew sector, the Ministry of Commerce of Cambodia and the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) in Osaka have reaffirmed their commitment to collaboration. High-level discussions took place on 18 September 2024 at JETRO headquarters in Osaka, Japan, highlighting strategic cooperation to strengthen Cambodia’s exports of key […]
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Siem Reap Becomes Cambodia’s 10th Open Defecation-Free Province, Leading the Way for a Cleaner Future
Siem Reap has officially become Cambodia’s 10th province to achieve open defecation-free (ODF) status, a milestone announced on 26 September 2024. This accomplishment is part of a national effort to eradicate open defecation across the country, following in the footsteps of Svay Rieng, Prey Veng, Kandal, Kampong Speu, Kampong Chhnang, Kep, Sihanoukville, Kampong Cham, and […]
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Cambodia Secures MoU on Direct Export Deal with China for Cashews, Cassava, & Bird Nests
Cambodia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China to streamline the direct export of cashew nuts, cassava, and earwax nests, bypassing intermediary countries and expediting market access. The Ministry of Information announced the agreement on 27 September 2024. The MoU was signed between three Cambodian associations – the Cambodian Cashew Association, the Cambodian […]
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Floods Ravage Over 10,000 Hectares of Rice Fields Across Cambodia in Just 10 Days
In the ten days from 18 September to 27 September 2024, severe flooding has devastated over 10,000 hectares of rice fields across seven provinces in Cambodia. The floods wreaked havoc in Kratie, Stung Treng, Mondulkiri, Tbong Khmum, Kampong Cham, Kampong Thom, and Siem Reap, impacting the livelihoods of thousands. This information was confirmed by Lok […]
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Cambodia Partners with Switzerland to Integrate Blockchain Technology in Smart City Project
Cambodia’s Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation has joined forces with the Swiss-based DFINITY Foundation to advance the use of Blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) in the nation’s smart city projects. This partnership, formalized through a letter of intent signed at Singapore Blockchain Technology Week on 19 September 2024, aims to revolutionize Cambodia’s technology […]
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Cambodia Achieves First Airborne Export of Cashew Nuts to China’s Henan Market
In a milestone for Cambodia’s agricultural sector, the country successfully exported 2 tons of premium cashew nuts by air to Henan province, China, marking its first-ever cashew shipment to this key Chinese market. The initial consignment, exported on 22 September 2024, resulted from intensive cooperation between Cambodian and Chinese officials following meetings in July and […]
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Cambodia Unveils National Customs School as the Newest Asia-Pacific Training Hub
Cambodia has officially launched its National Customs School as the 11th Asia-Pacific Training Center of the World Customs Organization (WCO), marking a major milestone in the country’s role in international customs training and cooperation. The inauguration ceremony was presided over by HE Dr Aun Porn Moniroth, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance, […]
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Siem Reap Launches Community Tourism Project in Wat Bo Village, Ranked 3rd Most Scenic Village Globally
Siem Reap authorities have launched a new community-based tourism initiative in Wat Bo village, marking the village’s global recognition as the third most beautiful in the world. This project, aimed at bolstering local tourism, was inaugurated on 20 September 2024 by Mr Yun Linne, Deputy Governor of Siem Reap Province, alongside government officials, local units, […]
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