On November 13, Phnom Penh welcomed the Village de la Francophonie, a five-day cultural exhibition bringing together Francophone countries and international partners at Wat Botum Gardens. Covering approximately 10,000 square metres, the event runs from November 13 to 17 and is expected to attract around 100,000 visitors, with free public admission.
Category: Cambodia
Cambodia Welcomes 856 Tourists Aboard Viking Venus
On October 22, Cambodia welcomed 856 international tourists aboard the Viking Venus cruise ship, which docked at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port for a two-day visit from October 22 to 23.
Cambodia and Thailand Continue Confidence-Building Efforts Over Maritime Dispute
Cambodia and Thailand have agreed on confidence-building measures during their latest round of UN-led conciliation talks, continuing efforts to resolve longstanding differences over their maritime boundary under international law.
Cambodia Steps Up Efforts for Flood-Affected Families in Batambang City
On October 5, emergency aid was distributed to more than 500 households affected by rain floods in Batambang city, as official authorities step up efforts to provide assistance for twosangkats (communities).
Cambodia’s Scam Raids Disrupt Operators but Leave Wider Networks Intact
On September 21, Cambodian authorities revealed that more than 20,900 suspects had been detained in a nationwide crackdown on online scams during the first half of the year, just two days before Cambodia hosted an international conference on combating online scams in Phnom Penh.
Cambodia Expands Humanitarian Aid for Displaced Families in Banteay Meanchey
Distribution of humanitarian aid to more than 3,000 families in Banteay Meanchey province on September 10, 2026. (Agence Kampuchea Presse) Cambodia Expands Humanitarian Aid for […]
Sihanoukville Raid Leads to Detention of 37 Over Suspected Online Fraud
On September 1, a crackdown on suspected online fraud in Sihanoukville led to the detention of 37 people, including 35 foreign nationals, after officials searched a residential villa believed to be linked to scam activities.
Cambodia and Cameroon Eye Broader Cooperation Ahead of Francophonie Summit
On August 29, Cameroon is preparing to send a high-level delegation to Phnom Penh for the 20th Francophonie Summit in November, signalling continued efforts to deepen relations with Cambodia and strengthen cooperation within the French-speaking community.
British Patrol Vessel HMS Tamar Makes First Ream Port Call as UK-Cambodia Naval Ties Expand
On August 20, the Royal Navy offshore patrol vessel HMS Tamar arrived in Cambodia for its first visit to Ream Naval Base, marking a new step in defence cooperation between the United Kingdom and Cambodia. The visit is also the Royal Navy’s third to Cambodia since 2023, following two calls by HMS Spey at Sihanoukville.
Cambodia Optimistic About Attracting More South Korean Investors as New Bilateral Commitment Sealed
The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has secured firm pacts to foster bilateral ties with the Incheon Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), with a focus on driving South Korea’s capital to tap into high-potential sectors in Cambodia, namely agricultural processing and furniture manufacturing.