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UNCLOS CONCILIATION COMMISSION ANNOUNCES CONFIDENCE-BUILDING MEASURES BETWEEN CAMBODIA AND THAILAND

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CAMBODIA BREAKS HISTORIC RECORD WITH OVER 1 MILLION TONNES OF RICE EXPORTS

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CAMBODIA, PHILIPPINES AGREE TO DEEPEN MILITARY-TO-MILITARY COOPERATION, DEFENSE TIES

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PM HUN MANET MARKS BIRTHDAY WITH SOLIDARITY LUNCHEON FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

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CAMBODIA-CROATIA TIES SET FOR BOOST AS SAMDECH TECHO BACKS TWO COOPERATION AGREEMENTS

October 20, 2026 – Senate President Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen has backed two agreements aimed at strengthening Cambodia-Croatia relations and expanding cooperation in trade, investment, economic affairs and diplomatic training.

He voiced his support during a meeting with Gordan Grlić Radman, Croatia’s Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, who paid a courtesy call on the Senate president on Tuesday, according to Senate Spokesperson Chea Thyrith.

Samdech Techo Hun Sen welcomed Radman’s visit, expressing confidence that it would contribute to closer bilateral relations and further cooperation between the two countries. READ MORE...

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CAMBODIA, CROATIA REAFFIRM MULTILATERAL COOPERATION TO PROMOTE PEACE, STABILITY

October 20, 2026 – Cambodia and Croatia have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation through multilateral platforms to promote lasting peace, stability and sustainable development in their respective regions and beyond, guided by the principles of multilateralism and respect for international law.

The commitment was reaffirmed during a bilateral meeting on Tuesday between Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn and Croatian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Dr. Gordan Grlić Radman, who was on an official visit to Cambodia from October 19 to 20. READ MORE...

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CAMBODIA STEPS UP DRIVE TO FILL CLASSROOM VACANCIES: 3,000 SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS TO BE RECRUITED

October 20, 2026 – The Ministry of Civil Service began grading examination papers on Tuesday for the recruitment of lower and upper secondary school teachers, with results expected by the end of the week to allow successful candidates to be deployed to schools facing teacher shortages before the new academic year begins in early November.

The recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies by hiring 1,200 lower secondary school teachers and 1,800 upper secondary school teachers. Successful candidates must begin teaching when the new academic year opens. READ MORE...

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12 COMPANIES SIGN INVESTMENT DEALS TO BOOST INVESTMENT, CREATE JOBS IN KAMPOT'S SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE

October 20, 2026 – Twelve companies have signed agreements to participate in investment in the Kampot Fujian Special Economic Zone in Kampot province, a move expected to promote investment activities and create additional employment opportunities for local residents.

The agreements were signed at a conference on economic and trade cooperation between Kampot province and Pingtan City in China’s Fujian province, held on Monday.

Mao Thonin, Governor of Kampot province, led a delegation from the provincial administration to attend the conference, which brought together Chinese representatives and representatives from 57 companies and enterprises. READ MORE...

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CAMBODIA DEEPENS TOURISM TIES WITH THREE COUNTRIES, SEEKS MORE DIRECT FLIGHTS

October 20, 2026 – Cambodia is stepping up tourism cooperation with Azerbaijan, Türkiye and Kazakhstan to attract more international visitors and expand direct flight connections, with potential new routes to Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan being explored for the coming years.

During Prime Minister Hun Manet’s official visit to Azerbaijan to attend the 7th Summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA), Minister of Tourism Huot Hak signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on tourism cooperation with Kazakhstan to strengthen bilateral ties, increase tourist exchanges and encourage more visitors to travel between the two countries. READ MORE...

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TVET STUDENTS BUILD JOB-READY SKILLS THROUGH PRACTICAL INTERNSHIPS

October 20, 2026 – Internships at companies and factories are giving Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) students valuable opportunities to apply classroom knowledge in real workplaces, gain hands-on experience and prepare for employment after graduation.

Chon Vichith, Head of Recruitment and Training at Minebea (Cambodia), said the company regularly cooperates with TVET institutions, accepting nearly 200 interns annually to help students strengthen their technical skills and gain practical work experience. READ MORE...

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PCA: CAMBODIA, THAILAND AGREE ON CONFIDENCE-BUILDING MEASURES IN MARITIME TALKS

October 20, 2026 – Cambodia and Thailand have agreed on a set of confidence-building measures to strengthen mutual trust and create a more conducive environment for negotiations on their maritime boundary, according to the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA).

In a press release issued on October 19, the PCA said the agreement followed a five-day conciliation session held at the Peace Palace in The Hague, the Netherlands, from October 14 to 18.

During the session, both sides elaborated on their respective positions on key issues relating to the delimitation of their maritime boundary. READ MORE...

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CAMBODIA EARNS 16 MEDALS AS HOST OF SOUTHEAST ASIAN VIRTUAL TAEKWONDO INTERNATIONAL CUP

October 20, 2026 — Host nation Cambodia secured a total of 16 medals at the SEA Virtual Taekwondo Choi Yongsok VTKD International Cup 2026 held over the weekend, drawing high praise from international sports officials for the country’s organizational capacity and technical potential in digital martial arts.

Following the regional digital tournament, Byunghee Kim, Council Member and Technical Committee Chair of the Asian Taekwondo Union, commended the Cambodian Taekwondo Federation for successfully staging the event. READ MORE...

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PM HUN MANET MARKS 49th BIRTHDAY WITH SOLIDARITY LUNCHEON FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

October 20, 2026 — Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and First Lady Pich Chanmony celebrated the Premier's 49th birthday on Tuesday by hosting a solidarity luncheon and distributing aid to approximately 500 orphans and children with disabilities, visual impairments, and hearing impairments in Phnom Penh.

The compassionate event—held at the Phnom Penh Thmey Special Education High School—brought together students, educators, and administrators from the host school, the Chbar Ampov Special Education High School, the National Institute of Special Education, and the Phnom Penh Thmey Orphanage.

Speaking during the gathering, the First Lady said the visit was arranged specifically to share warmth, offer encouragement, and mark the Prime Minister’s 49th birthday alongside special needs youth and dedicated educators. READ MORE...

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CAMBODIA, PHILIPPINES AGREE TO DEEPEN MILITARY-TO-MILITARY COOPERATION, DEFENSE TIES

October 20, 2026 — Cambodia and the Philippines on Tuesday agreed to further deepen military-to-military cooperation, reaffirming their long-standing partnership and commitment to strengthening bilateral defense and security ties.

The commitment came during a meeting between Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and General Antonio G. Nafarrete, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, who led a high-level military delegation to Phnom Penh.

During the discussions, Nafarrete recalled the enduring friendship between the two nations and commended the progress made in army-to-army cooperation, while expressing Manila's strong dedication to expanding defense collaboration into the naval and air force domains. READ MORE...

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CAMBODIAN ASSEMBLY PRESIDENT REAFFIRMS GOVERNMENT’S COMMITMENT TO INTERNATIONAL LAW FOR GLOBAL SECURITY

October 20, 2026 – Cambodian National Assembly President Samdech Maha Rathsapheathika Thipadei Khuon Sudary reaffirmed the Royal Government of Cambodia’s commitment to promoting multilateralism, respecting international law and resolving border disputes with Thailand in accordance with international law to maintain regional and global security.

Samdech Khuon Sudary made the remarks on Tuesday during a meeting with Silke Rifer, Germany’s newly appointed ambassador to Cambodia, who paid a courtesy call at the National Assembly Palace to discuss cooperation with the institution. READ MORE...

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CAMBODIA SHOWCASES POTENTIAL AGRI-EXPORTS AT SIAL PARIS 2026 TO BOOST GLOBAL TRADE FOOTPRINT

October 20, 2026 — Cambodia on Monday showcased its potential agricultural products to the world at the international food exhibition “SIAL Paris 2026” in the French capital, in a push to expand its agricultural export footprint across European and global markets.

Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Dith Tina and Minister of Commerce Cham Nimul jointly visited the “Cambodia Pavilion” at the event to support domestic enterprises showcasing high-quality, international-standard agricultural products.

Situated in Hall 7 (Stand J-347), the national pavilion highlights 16 Cambodian private companies presenting premium commodities—including cashew nuts, pepper, dried fruits, and spices—tailored to meet European market requirements and growing global consumer demand. READ MORE...

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PHILIPPINES SEEKS TO STRENGTHEN ASEAN OBSERVER TEAM ROLE IN CAMBODIA-THAILAND BORDER

October 20, 2026 — The Philippines said Tuesday that, as this year's ASEAN Chair, Manila seeks to strengthen the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) role in Cambodia, while pledging complete transparency in leading the regional monitoring mission aimed at building mutual trust and promoting long-term peace.

The commitments were made during a bilateral meeting in Phnom Penh between General Antonio G. Nafarrete, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, and Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Tea Seiha.

Nafarrete said that, under the leadership of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. as Chair of this year’s Southeast Asian bloc and the AOT, Manila encourages strengthening the important role of ASEAN observers. READ MORE...

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CAMBODIA BREAKS HISTORIC RECORD WITH OVER 1 MILLION TONNES IN RICE EXPORTS

October 20, 2026 — Cambodia officially broke its record in international trade by exporting over one million tonnes of milled rice in a single year for the first time, a historic milestone for the nation's agricultural sector and economy, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.

This record-breaking accomplishment, reaching a total of 1,014,442 tonnes as of October 19, 2026, represents remarkable growth compared to previous years.

Historical trade figures between 2015 and 2024 show annual exports fluctuating between 538,000 and 691,000 tonnes. Building on the strong momentum of 2025, which recorded 940,000 tonnes, the export volume surged further in 2026 to cross the one-million-tonne threshold well before the end of the year. READ MORE...

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UNCLOS CONCILIATION COMMISSION ANNOUNCES CONFIDENCE-BUILDING MEASURES BETWEEN CAMBODIA AND THAILAND

October 20, 2026 — The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) announced on Monday that the Conciliation Commission, constituted under Annex V to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), finalized a comprehensive set of confidence-building measures between Cambodia and Thailand during its second meeting in The Hague, Netherlands.

According to a press release issued by Cambodia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, these confidence-building measures aim to strengthen mutual trust, enhance bilateral communication, and foster an atmosphere conducive to reaching an equitable agreement. READ MORE...

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KOREA’S DEVELOPMENT FINANCING HELPS DRIVE CAMBODIA’S ECONOMIC GROWTH, SUPPORT NATIONAL PRIORITIES

September 2, 2026 – South Korea ranks third among Cambodia’s bilateral development partners, providing concessional loans and grants to support the Royal Government’s priority needs, economic growth and improved living standards, according to the Ministry of Economy and Finance.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance Aun Pornmoniroth made the remarks last week during a meeting with Kim Chang Yong, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Cambodia, discussing further bilateral cooperation. He expressed appreciation to the South Korean government and people for providing official development assistance through the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and the Economic Development Cooperation Fund (EDCF). https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19JAvRUSnw/

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GOV’T SPOX: THAI AGGRESSION AGAINST CAMBODIAN SOVEREIGNTY IS AN "INCONTESTABLE TRUTH"

September 2, 2026 – Royal Government spokesperson Pen Bona stated that Thailand’s aggression against Cambodian sovereignty is an indisputable truth, saying Thailand launched an aggressive war by attacking Cambodia first.

Speaking at the daily press conference on Wednesday, Pen Bona highlighted the truth about Thailand’s invasion, saying Thailand launched the first attack on Cambodian sovereign territory and numerous civilian locations deep inside Cambodian territory, causing severe destruction to lives and property and displacing more than 620,000 people. https://web.facebook.com/share/p/1GyXtsFF8e/

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CAMBODIA'S INDUSTRIAL SECTOR EXPECTED TO SURPASS 2026 GROWTH TARGETS

September 2, 2026 — Both public and private sector leaders expect Cambodia’s industrial sector to surpass economic growth forecasts in 2026, driven by strong momentum in export-oriented subsectors, particularly non-garment manufacturing, alongside steady expansion across related industries.

While initial projections set industrial expansion at 7.2 percent for the year, the Ministry of Economy and Finance revised the first-half forecast slightly downward to 6.9 percent. Despite these macroeconomic adjustments, key subsectors continue to record remarkable performance.

According to the assessment report for H1 2026 from the finance ministry, first-half official figures revealed that non-garment manufacturing exports surged by nearly 38 percent, significantly outperforming full-year subsector projections of 10.3 percent. https://web.facebook.com/share/p/1Bb561yucn/

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AMBASSADOR: THAI DIPLOMATS SEEK TO KEEP CAMBODIA-THAILAND BORDER DISPUTE OFF FRANCOPHONIE SUMMIT AGENDA

September 2, 2026 — Cambodian Ambassador to France Luy David has firmly rejected an alleged attempt by a Thai diplomat to persuade Cambodia not to raise the Cambodia-Thailand border dispute at the upcoming Francophonie summit.

Luy David disclosed the diplomatic lobbying effort in a social media post as Cambodia prepares to host the 20th Summit of the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF) in Phnom Penh later this year. The summit is expected to bring together leaders from nearly 90 member states.

“How absurd! The ambassador of ‘House No. 2’ attempted to have an ambassador from a third country persuade me not to raise the Cambodia-Thailand border dispute at the Francophonie forum,” Luy David wrote. https://web.facebook.com/share/p/1838ZhnAYv/

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CAMBODIA STRENGTHENS EFFORTS TO CURB WORKPLACE MISCONDUCT, HARASSMENT

September 2, 2026 – Cambodia is stepping up efforts to prevent workplace misconduct and harassment through a training program aimed at raising awareness of workers’ rights, employers’ obligations and standards for safe, dignified and respectful workplaces.

Nguy Rith, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training, presided over the training course on Tuesday at the Textile, Apparel, Footwear and Travel Goods Association in Cambodia (TAFTAC).

Jointly organized by the National Institute of Labor and TAFTAC from September 1 to 4, the training has drawn about 3,900 representatives from enterprises, companies and factories. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19rNDNiYK4/

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BAC II GRADUATES SET SIGHTS ON HIGHER EDUCATION, PLEDGE TO CONTRIBUTE TO NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

September 2, 2026 – The announcement of the 2026 High School Diploma Examination (Bac II) results on Wednesday brought celebrations for successful candidates and disappointment for those who failed. For those who passed, the achievement marks the beginning of a new academic journey, with many graduates expressing clear aspirations for further study and contributing to national development.

At Bac II examination centers across the country, candidates and their parents gathered to await the results, despite the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport having announced that the results would be posted on its official Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19LCfHiEdi/

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PM HUN MANET ANNOUNCES 4,650 A.M.T SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENTS FOLLOWING BACII RESULTS

September 2, 2026 — Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and First Lady Pich Chanmony on Wednesday announced the allocation of 4,650 scholarships from the Association of Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen and Samdech Kittiprittpundit (A.M.T) for students for the 2026–2027 academic year.

The announcement follows the official release of the 2026 High School Diploma Examination (BacII) results, which recorded a pass rate of over 84 percent and more than 2,000 Grade A graduates.

The scholarship scheme covers Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degree programs, with admission open through both examination and non-examination pathways depending on specific program criteria. Applications are officially open starting from the date of the announcement. https://web.facebook.com/share/p/19Mhr7R8t3/

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OVER 2,000 STUDENTS EARN GRADE “A” AS BACII PASSERS' LIST RELEASED NATIONWIDE

September 2, 2026 — Official result lists of the 2026 High School Diploma Examination (BacII) were posted across examination centers in Phnom Penh and all provinces on Wednesday, following the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports’ announcement that saw more than 2,000 top-performing candidates achieve Grade A honors.

Excited students and parents gathered at examination centers to celebrate their hard-earned success after seeing their names on the pass lists.

According to the education ministry, out of 151,238 registered candidates for the national examination held on August 10, 2026, a total of 125,975 students successfully passed, achieving a nationwide pass rate of 84.06 percent. https://web.facebook.com/share/p/19QSpJbx6K/

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CAMBODIA REJECTS THAI SELF-DEFENSE CLAIM, SAYS ATTACK WAS PREMEDITATED

September 1, 2026 — Cambodia’s Ministry of National Defense has categorically rejected the claims by Air Chief Marshal Prapas Sonjaidee, director of Thailand’s Joint Information Centre, that Cambodia was the side that fired first, calling them unfounded and false.

According to Cambodia’s Ministry of National Defense, it was the Thai side that first launched an unprovoked armed attack against Cambodia.

The ministry said Thailand, which initiated the attack against Cambodian territory, could not portray itself as the victim while invoking self-defense as a pretext to justify and demonstrate the legality of its unlawful military actions. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Bpa4CG5zV/

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CAMBODIA WARNS ASEAN OBSERVERS, MILITARY ATTACHÉS OF WAR REMNANTS FROM THAI ATTACKS STILL THREATENING CIVILIANS

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