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French woman tests positive for COVID-19 after arriving in Cambodia
Cambodia's Ministry of Health (MoH) reported on Tuesday that a French woman tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number of infections in the kingdom to 288.
Flood death toll in Cambodia rises to 43: disaster control agency
Flash floods in Cambodia have claimed 43 lives and forced the evacuations of 47,580 others so far, the National Committee for Disaster Management (NCDM) said in a report on Tuesday.
Cambodia: Hun Sen says he will never hold peace talks with ‘revolution’ plotters
Prime Minister Hun Sen has ruled out any political negotiation, saying while he could end wars in Cambodia, he would not be able to teach an opposition group “attempting to destroy the nation through a colour revolution”.
Cambodia not planning to host Chinese military base
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen on Monday dismissed reports that the country is planning to host a Chinese military base.
Time to boot Cambodia out of ASEAN
Singapore ex-top envoy ignites firestorm by saying Cambodia could be expelled from bloc for serving as China’s proxy and disruptor.
Bilahari Kausikan dismisses claims he is an ‘agent’, after hinting Asean should expel Cambodia,...
Former Singapore diplomat’s remarks follow claims the countries have sided with Beijing on issues including the South China Sea and the Mekong River.
Strongman Hun Sen showing signs of weakness
Long-time Cambodian leader is reverting to his bad old threatening ways amid mounting political, economic and diplomatic crises.
PM: Covid-19 has led to loss of 300,000 jobs in Cambodia
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen said has announced that the impact of Covid-19 has caused about the loss of 300,000 jobs, mainly in the tourism and garment industries.
Better Factories Cambodia showing real results
Better Factories Cambodia (BFC) says its programme is showing real results in the working conditions of garment workers but admits there is more work to be done in relation to gender differences in areas such as wages and harassment.
Over 1,200 garment workers protest over unpaid wages & benefits from factory producing for...
Over 1,200 garment workers have been protesting over unpaid wages and benefits from Violet Apparel (Cambodia) Co Ltd. in Cambodia, after the factory suspended its workers in May 2020, before ceasing operations on 1 July.
A Mural Symbolizing Harmony and Peace Is Unveiled at RUFA
The artwork marks the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Singapore and Cambodia.
Cambodians use scarecrows to scare away the coronavirus
In Siem Reap of northwestern Cambodia, scarecrows, known as ‘Ting Mong’, are not just for birds — but also diseases and spirits.
Irving Penh: Portraits of Phnom Penh’s riverside sellers
The vendors plying their trade on Phnom Penh's streets play an invaluable but under-appreciated role supporting life in the capital. But using their makeshift riverside studio, two photographers set out to place these overlooked workers in the spotlight.
Cambodia floods put spotlight on risk of trading lakes for land
Poor planning in rush to develop worsens damage from climate change.
Floods in Cambodia claim 40 lives
Cambodia’s National Committee for Disaster Management (NCDM) reported that the ongoing flash floods have so far killed 40 people.
Cambodia villagers cope with flood aftermath (video)
Fields were inundated and water levels in rivers remained high on Friday (October 23), local media reported.
West Belfast football coach aiming for cup glory in Cambodia
His Visakha FC side have booked their place in the final of the Hun Sen Cup.
Completion of Main Stadium at Morodok Techo Sports Complex Delayed until May 2021
COVID-19 is believed to be the root cause of the delays, but already the main stadium is thought to be 80 percent complete.
World Olympians Association Celebrates Achievements of Vath Chamroeun
The former wrestler and current secretary of the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia has been honored by the association and granted permission to use the post-nominal letters OLY—the first Cambodian to gain such a designation.
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Time to boot Cambodia out of ASEAN
Singapore ex-top envoy ignites firestorm by saying Cambodia could be expelled from bloc for serving as China’s proxy and disruptor.
