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Thai foreign minister warns UNGA of Cambodian provocations
He underscored that dialogue, trust and good faith were “the way forward” and reaffirmed Thailand’s determination to engage constructively within ASEAN and with major powers to ensure regional peace and prosperity. As a newly elected member of the...
Japan Pledges Continued Support for Cambodia-Thailand Border De-Escalation
Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi meets with Minister counterpart, Prak Sokhonn, on Sept. 25. Photo from Japanese Foriegn Ministry PHNOM PENH – Japan has pledged to continue supporting de-escalation efforts in the Cambodia-Thailand border conflict,...
Cambodia and China Enhance Cooperation to Boost Investment
In a significant move to strengthen economic ties, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) and China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) have convened to collaborate on promoting investment across eight key sectors. This...
Cambodia, China Pledge Stronger Multisector Cooperation
Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and Fist Vice-Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, meets during a meeting of in Beijing, China, on September 16. Photo from Sun Chanthol's Facebook PHNOM...
4 Days in Philadelphia: Cobblestones, Calder Sculptures, and a 24/7 Cheese Vending Machine
Philadelphia, depending on who you ask, is either a city steeped in history or a hub of innovation. Then again, it’s best known for its passionate sports fans or its world-class museums. Or for its cheesesteaks—or its restaurant scene that’s...
World Leaders Urged to Step Up Action on Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health
This photo taken on January 16, 2025 shows malaria worker Yim Chansuy taking rapid diagnostic test (RDT) for malaria from a villager at Me Mang health centre in Keo Seima district in Cambodia's northeastern Mondulkiri province. PHNOM PENH — World...
Things to do in Long Beach: Black Neighborhood Tenant Council, ÓRALE fundraiser, Khmer night market and more!
Looking for ways to connect with the Long Beach community this week? Whether you want to volunteer, celebrate culture or simply spend time with your neighbors, here’s what’s happening around town. Those looking to give a helping hand to their...
‘Zombie Vapes’ Are Sweeping Across Southeast Asia, Sparking a New Public Health Crisis
Peach oolong, pink guava, and passionfruit: these are flavors you’d expect to find in a bubble tea shop, not in a black market vape loaded with illicit drugs. So it’s no surprise that young people in Southeast Asia have taken to these seemingly...
Lebanon helicopter pilot honored 54 years after his death in Vietnam
The rain-soaked grounds of Holy Cross Cemetery did not deter Lebanon residents who visited a hometown Vietnam-era helicopter pilot's grave Oct. 13 to honor his sacrifice on a rescue mission 54 years ago. Local and state representatives, Vietnam...
Queen Mother Remains in China for Health Care
This pool photo taken and released on April 17, 2025 by Agence Kampuchea Presse (AKP) shows China's President Xi Jinping (L) speaking with Cambodia's Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk (R) during a meeting at the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh...
FWD Cambodia earns Cambodia Customer Experience of the Year - Life Insurance award
The company's commitment to empowering families with innovation and customer-led services was honoured at the Asian Experience Awards 2025. FWD Cambodia has been recognised as the Cambodia Customer Experience of the Year - Life Insurance at The...
Cambodian NA President and Australian Delegation Reaffirm St...
AKP Phnom Penh, September 15, 2025 -- Samdech Maha Rathsapheathika Thipadei Khuon Sudary, President of the National Assembly of Cambodia, on Monday morning held a meeting with H.E. Mrs. Fiona Phillips, Chair of the Standing Committee on Regional...
Cambodian worker dies in machinery accident at Incheon factory
Published: 16 Sep. 2025, 19:48 An emblem of police [YONHAP] A Cambodian worker was killed after being caught in machinery at a metal manufacturing plant in Dong District, Incheon, on Tuesday. Police are investigating the circumstances of the...
Interview of the Week: Frank Jattke, GIZ Team Leader ASEAN in Cambodia
26 September, 2025 Posted by: EuroCham Cambodia For this week's interview, Senior Communications Officer Stew Post caught up with Frank Jattke, GIZ Team Leader ASEAN in Cambodia. With GIZ's Cambodia Circular Economy Forum (CCEF) 2025 wrapping up...
NAMS, iHub-Data, and IIIT Hyderabad conclude 2nd Orientation Course on Artificial Intelligence for medical professionals
The second edition of the Orientation Course on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Medical Professionals, jointly conducted by the National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS), iHub-Data, and IIIT Hyderabad, concluded with a day-long offline session...
The Temple That Healed: Discovering Ta Kom’s Role as a Hospital Chapel
SIEM REAP – Nestled almost unnoticed between a dusty communal road and clusters of wooden village homes, Ta Kom temple reveals itself with quiet dignity. Humble in appearance yet steeped in history, it is one of Siem Reap’s overlooked treasures....
AIA Singapore partners NHG Health to advance sustainable healthcare and population health in Singapore
This Memorandum of Understanding focuses on innovative solutions, Value-Based Care, and population health to foster healthier communities. SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 September 2025 - AIA Singapore and NHG Health today announced the...
UAE's new medical school opens - but has work cut out for it, experts say
A new private medical school to be launched in the UAE could significantly help to bolster health care and meet the demands of a growing population. American University in Dubai has said it is teaming up with the prestigious University of...
Kol Temple: A Large Hidden Ancient Khmer Monument
SIEM REAP — Hidden in plain sight, yet largely forgotten, Kol Temple rises quietly amidst the lush Cambodian countryside, an immense relic of a bygone era just an hour from the city center. This Hindu monument, with its intricate carvings and...
Beyond Aesthetic: Artworks Imagining a Future for Humans and Nature
A group of artists recently went about envisioning Cambodia of the future in which people and nature thrive. Photo: Rin Ousa PHNOM PENH — Cambodian and international artists recently incorporated ideas of green technologies and sustainable...