THE WEEK’S TOP STORIES
December 7, 2019
Former Elected Opposition Official Beaten Unconscious in Cambodia’s Capital
December 6, 2019
Online Freedoms Weaken in Cambodia, Analysts Point to Regional Trend
December 5, 2019
Cambodia Grasps at Diplomatic Lifeline from Trump Administration
December 4, 2019
Two die, 246 hospitalised after consuming contaminated cucumbers in Cambodia
December 3, 2019
Three killed as building collapses at Cambodian pagoda
December 2, 2019
HIV/AIDS kill more than 1,300 Cambodians in 2018, down 48 pct in 9 years
December 1, 2019
Cambodian government reserved $3 billion in case EU withdraws EBA agreement
Trial Date for Ex-Cambodia Daily Reporters Set for Christmas
The first hearing in a trial against two former Cambodia Daily journalists is scheduled for December 25, more than two years after they were accused of incitement over their reporting in Ratanakiri province ahead of the 2017 commune elections, their lawyer and a court clerk said on Friday.
Hun Sen Says He Wants Constructive Criticism From Media
News media should dare to speak the truth — especially against the “fake news” spread by “the outlawed rebel group and opportunists with foreigners behind them,” Prime Minister Hun Sen said in a letter to the Cambodian Editor Forum on Thursday.
Finnish electricity generator installed in Cambodia
Two generators worth some $400 million that the government bought from Finland and Germany earlier this year will generate an additional 400MW of electricity by June 2020, which will help reduce dry season power shortages., Cambodia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy, H.E.Victor Jona said on 2nd December 2019.
Cambodian PM renews call on fight against fake news
Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen has renewed his call on all journalists to jointly fight against fake news, according to his message on Friday.
What’s Next for Kem Sokha’s Trial in Cambodia?
Recent developments have highlighted the event and the implications it could have for Cambodia’s domestic and foreign affairs.
Former Elected Opposition Official Beaten Unconscious in Cambodia’s Capital
A former elected official from the Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP) was beaten unconscious by unknown assailants in Cambodia’s capital on Friday, bringing to 13 the number of opposition members assaulted since the party’s leader Sam Rainsy announced plans to return home from exile in August.
Cambodian Government Revokes Passports of 27 CNRP Members
Cambodia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has revoked the passports of 27 members of the outlawed opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP) who have fled the country to avoid a government crackdown, accusing the activists of involvement in a plot to topple Prime Minister Hun Sen.
RMG units open in Cambodia despite risk of EBA deal loss
Garment units continue to open in Cambodia despite the looming threat the country faces of losing its Everything-but-arms (EBA) status from the European Union (EU), according to a recent report by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).
Cambodia’s construction sector continues skyscraping performance
Investments in the Cambodian construction sector are expected to rise to 78 per cent by the end of the year, compared to 2018.
Rice Sector Sounds Alarm On Shrinking Working Capital, Asks for $200 Million
In 2016, the Cambodian government infused $27 million through the Rural Development Bank to assist the sector, adding another $23 million in 2017. The new request is the largest request made so far.
Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association celebrates 35 years
Rady, a fourth-grader, slams down a checker piece to win the game. He and his opponent, third-grader Eden, are all smiles.
Cambodian outreach festival this weekend
Bibles For The World’s President and CEO John Pudaite tells us the ministry is a part of an outreach festival taking place this year on December 7-8.
Lauren Yee’s Cambodian Rock Band Announces Casting
Courtney Reed and more are set for the New York premiere at Signature Theatre.
ADB to Help Improve Irrigation Systems of Four Provinces in Cambodia
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $119.16 million financing package to help modernize and improve the climate and disaster resilience of irrigation systems in four provinces in Cambodia, which will help supply water to 43,500 hectares (ha) of farm land benefiting 290,000 people, half of whom women.
Water, Gender, and Poverty in Cambodia’s Stung Chinit Watershed
Poverty is complex, multifaceted, and deeply rooted in global, national, and local socioeconomic and power structures.
In Cambodia, solar power surges
Cambodia has turned to solar to meet its energy shortage, but it’s not quite ready to give up fossil fuels.
WATCH: Vietnam score quickfire double against Cambodia in men’s football semi-final at SEA Games...
On Saturday, Vietnam locked horns with Cambodia in the second semi-final of the men’s football tournament at SEA Games 2019.
SEA Games 2019: Vietnam vs Cambodia live stream, updates, when and where to watch
Vietnam will face Cambodia in the second semifinal of the men’s football tournament of the 2019 SEA Games at the Rizal Memorial Stadium in Manila, Philippines on Saturday.
Park Hang-seo: “The Cambodia meeting will be significant and difficult”
Vietnam head coach Park Hang-seo said the Saturday clash against Cambodia will be very significant and difficult for his side, while addressing a press conference held on December 6 prior to the 2019 SEA Games men’s football semifinals.
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Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association celebrates 35 years
Rady, a fourth-grader, slams down a checker piece to win the game. He and his opponent, third-grader Eden, are all smiles.
