Wanchalearm is a prominent pro-democracy activist affiliated with the United Front for Democracy Against Dictatorship (UDD), known as the “Red Shirts.” He fled to Cambodia after the May 2014 military …
How to Retire in Cambodia: Costs, Visas and More
Cambodia is known for its stunning landscapes, vast temples, and low cost of living. Cambodian people are often noted as being some of the friendliest people in the world. From its rich culture to …
Coronavirus deals heavy blow to Cambodia’s shaky tourism industry
Cambodia is not alone in its tourism troubles … Indirectly, it supports the livelihoods of millions. In Siem Reap, business owners say they are not sure how long they can hang on. “It’s been two …
Thailand’s Islamic bank doubles branches; Cambodia gets takaful option
Muslim countries in Southeast Asia. The Islamic Bank of Thailand (branded as IBank), a state-owned institution and the country’s sole Islamic bank, said it will more than double its branches, while …
Hun Sen Denies China’s Navy Granted Basing Rights in Cambodia
The Cambodian prime minister repeated earlier denials that China has been given exclusive rights to Ream naval base.
Cambodia’s milled-rice exports soar 42% in first five months of 2020
PHNOM PENH — Cambodian milled-rice exports to the international market in the first five months of this year skyrocketed 42 percent to 356,097 tonnes from 250,172 tonnes during the same period …
Cambodia to release 10,000 prisoners
Provided by Some 1,000 prisoners will be released in Cambodia as part of the country’s anti-prison overcrowding campaign. s . PHNOM PENH: About 10,000 of Ca …
Joint Statement on Repatriation of Cambodia Nationals to Cambodia
We, the undersigned civil society groups, call on the Cambodian government to immediately and safely repatriate a large group of Cambodian nationals currently stuck in Malaysia.
Cambodia calls for stricter border control
Cambodian Interior Minister SarKheng has called on local authorities to tighten measures at border checkpoints and prevent Cambodian migrant workers from crossing into Thailand as the country recently …
Extraordinary Senior: Emmy Specht’s eye-opening trip to Cambodia inspires charity
Amelia “Emmy” Specht is known by fellow students at The Stony Brook School as “The Girl With the Charity,” she said. Makes sense. Specht, 17, has spent more than half of her life developing ways to he …