Cambodia’s Labour and Vocational Training Minister, Heng Sour, expressed confidence that the country will achieve textile independence by 2027.
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Cruise ship Viking Orion docks in Cambodia’s Sihanoukville
On April 29, Norwegian-flagged cruise ship Viking Orion arrived at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port, bringing more than 800 international tourists to Cambodia.
Phnom Penh court rejects Kem Sokha’s appeal, upholds treason verdict
A Phnom Penh court rejected Kem Sokha’s appeal on April 30, upholding his conviction for treason. Sokha, a 72-year-old former president of the now-dissolved Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP), was found guilty under Article 443 of Cambodia’s Criminal Code for ‘conspiracy with foreign power’.
Cambodia ends April with sixth fuel price rise
Phnom Penh ends April with a fuel price surge. Effective April 29, petrol (Gasoline 92) is priced at 5,510 Cambodian riels (1.37 US dollars) per litre, while diesel (Gasoil 10 parts per million (ppm)) costs 5,650 Cambodian riels (1.41 US dollars) per litre.
Bangkok and Phnom Penh renew border peace commitments
Cambodia and Thailand reaffirmed their decision to the truce agreement and adherence to the Joint Statement of the Third Special General Border Committee (GBC) on April 27.
Cambodia intensifies preparations for 20th Francophonie Summit
On April 26, Cambodia is advancing preparations to host the 20th Francophonie Summit which will take place in Phnom Penh on November 15-16 2026, with officials indicating that organisational work is progressing smoothly.
US sanctions Cambodian senator over alleged scam connection
On April 23, the US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned Cambodian Senator Kok An, accusing him of being the leading figure behind a nationwide scam compound network.
Cambodia attracts holiday crowds during Khmer New Year
More than 4.3 million domestic and international visitors poured into Phnom Penh during the celebrations of Khmer New Year, traditionally celebrated between April 13 and 14, far exceeding expectations and reinforcing the capital’s reputation as a leading holiday destination.
Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni diagnosed with prostate cancer
On April 10, Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni announced that he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer and he is currently undergoing a treatment in Beijing. The diagnosis was confirmed following a thorough medical examination conducted by a team of specialists at one of a state hospital in the capital of China. Based on the doctors’ recommendations, the king will remain hospitalised while receiving treatment.
Cambodia works to preserve traditional Khmer stone carving craft
The Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts of Cambodia and the APSARA National Authority are supporting efforts to sustain traditional stone carving in Run Ta Ek Techo Sen City on April 1