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Cambodia-China Mekong Kratie Friendship Bridge Set for Trial...
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 07, 2025 -- A new Chinese-funded bridge across the Mekong River in Kratie province is set to open for temporary use during the Pchum Ben Festival in September, following the completion of 96 percent of its construction. The...
Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet Meets Minister of State for Exter...
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 07, 2025— Cambodia’s Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet (R, Pic. 1) shakes hands with visiting Minister of State for External Affairs of India H.E. Pabitra Margherita, prior to their courtesy meeting at the...
Cambodia’s Tourism Industry Sees Remarkable Growth in Early 2025
Construction & Property News
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July 7, 2025
The Cambodian tourism sector has reported impressive growth in the first half of 2025, with over USD 27 million generated from ticket sales to its famed attractions. The Angkor Foundation revealed that a total of 567,673 foreign tourists visited...
UNDP-Cambodia, ASEAN mine action center renew partnership to accelerate knowledge sharing, collaboration
Xinhua News Agency
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PHNOM PENH, July 7 (Xinhua) -- The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Cambodia and the Phnom Penh-headquartered ASEAN Regional Mine Action Center (ARMAC) have renewed partnership to accelerate knowledge sharing and collaboration on mine...
VIDEO: Final Segment of Cambodia-China Mekong Kratie Friendship Bridge Connected, Project Nears Completion Ahead of 2026 Deadline
Khmer Times
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July 7, 2025
The Cambodia-China Mekong Kratie Friendship Bridge, expected to be completed by September 2026, will significantly boost Cambodia’s transportation network—especially benefiting agriculture, agro-industry, and tourism in the country’s northeastern...
Czech Ambassador Vávra Bids Farwell to National Assembly President
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 07, 2025 -- Samdech Maha Rathsapheathika Thipadei Khuon Sudary, President of the National Assembly of the Kingdom of Cambodia, received here on July 7 a farewell courtesy call from H.E. Martin Vávra, Ambassador Extraordinary...
ASEAN foreign ministers gather in Malaysia for AMM meet
The Sun Daily
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July 7, 2025
SEPANG: The ASEAN Secretary-General and foreign ministers from Southeast Asia and partner nations have started arriving in Malaysia for the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and related sessions, set to commence on Tuesday. Among the...
Indian Minister: Samdech Techo Hun Sen is a Pillar of Cambodia-India Relations
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 07, 2025 -- Visiting Indian Minister of State for External Affairs, H.E. Pabitra Margherita, has praised Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of Cambodia, as a statesman of the Global South and a...
General : Foreign Ministers Arrive In Malaysia Ahead Of 58th AMM
Bernama
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July 7, 2025
SEPANG, July 7 (Bernama) -- One of the region’s most significant diplomatic gatherings is taking shape in Malaysia, as foreign ministers from ASEAN and its key partners arrived on Monday for the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and...
Hun Sen calls for Cambodia to stop relying on Thai strategic imports like electricity, internet, fuel, and TV dramas
Pattaya Mail
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July 6, 2025
Hun Sen Escalates Rift — Cambodian Senate President calls for complete break from Thai imports and media, citing long-standing threats and the need for self-reliance. BANGKOK, Thailand – Hun Sen, Cambodia’s former prime minister and current...
Border on Edge — Cambodia moves heavy weapons near Thai frontier, risk of armed clash looms
Pattaya Mail
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July 6, 2025
Deputy Defense Minister warns of escalating border tensions: Thailand’s Deputy Defense Minister reveals Cambodian forces with heavy weaponry remain near the border, warning of potential armed conflict. BANGKOK, Thailand – On July 4, Deputy Defense...
Despite tensions, Thailand prioritizes humanitarian aid for ailing Cambodian general
Pattaya Mail
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July 6, 2025
Compassion Over Conflict — Thailand reopens closed border checkpoint to help Cambodian general in medical emergency, reaffirming that humanity transcends tension. SA KAEO, Thailand – In a rare gesture of cross-border compassion amid heightened...
Most Thais uninterested in political protests, see coups as undemocratic — Suan Dusit Poll
Pattaya Mail
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July 6, 2025
Suan Dusit poll finds most Thais unwilling to join political protests, with growing opposition to military coups seen as undemocratic. BANGKOK, Thailand — A new national poll by Suan Dusit University reveals that a majority of Thai citizens remain...
Mos Pabitra Margherita Meets Cambodian Senate Chief, Discusses Deepening Bilateral Ties
MENAFN
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July 7, 2025
(MENAFN- IANS) Phnom Penh, July 7 (IANS) Union Minister of State (MoS) Pabitra Margherita met Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen on Monday and exchanged views on deepening the partnership between India and Cambodia across various sectors and...
Thailand backtracks on casino bill as political turmoil deepens
Daily Express Malaysia
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July 7, 2025
Thailand backtracks on casino bill as political turmoil deepens Published on: Monday, July 07, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jul 07, 2025 Text Size: Dark Mode: Off The decision to withdraw the bill comes in the wake of mounting public opposition. (EPA...
KL all geared up to host Asean Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
The Malaysian Star
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July 7, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Efforts are underway to ensure Kuala Lumpur’s cleanliness, safety, and comfort as the city hosts the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) from July 8 to 11 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Minister in the Prime...
Sar Sokha’s three-day visit to Singapore aims to enhance law enforcement ties
Khmer Times
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July 6, 2025
How homegrown Khmer AI is redefining Cambodia’s futureHey there, fellow digital enthusiasts! Today’s topic is close to my heart — and, frankly, should be close to yours too. It’s about AI that doesn’t just exist in Cambodia but speaks Khmer,...
Thailand govt set to withdraw on Wednesday casino legalisation bill
GGRAsia
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July 7, 2025
Thailand’s government will withdraw a bill to legalise entertainment complexes with casinos, said on Monday Visuth Chainaroon, an MP for the Pheu Thai Party in the country’s coalition government, and who is also chief government whip. The...
Vietnam tops Asia in international tourism growth
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 07, 2025 — Vietnam recorded the highest growth in international tourist arrivals in the Asia–Pacific region during the first quarter of 2025, according to the May edition of the World Tourism Barometer released by the United...
Opposition MP alleges seven Thai politicians hold bank accounts in Cambodia
The Nation Thailand
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July 7, 2025
Political instability weakens Thai stance in border dispute, says Rangsiman Rangsiman was inspecting the Thai-Cambodian border area for the second day in his capacity as a member of the House committee on national security, border affairs, and...