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Cambodians perform traditional ceremonies to obtain health and luck
Siem Reap/Cambodia - Beliefs from the past are still influential as Cambodians perform traditional rituals within religious ceremonies in rural areas seeking luck.
Raising the zodiac and the age is a ceremony that Khmer people celebrate…
Australia and Cambodia relationship reflects on their enduring connection
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison today said that Australia and Cambodia 70 years diplomatic relationship reflects on the enduring connections between the two countries.
In his message on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of…
Cambodia ranks top for lowest operating costs
Business transformation consultancy company TMX released the report, The Great Supply Chain Migration – Breaking down the Cost of Doing Business in Asia.
It delves into the average costs of doing business in Asia and the corresponding…
Most people in Cambodia’s Kampong Speu access clean water, toilets
The majority of people in eight districts in Kampong Speu province have access to clean water and toilets thanks to the help of a dozen of NGOs, according to provincial governor Vei Samnang.
A report given by Samnang to Khmer Times said…
Cambodia: Misfiring weapons claims two soldiers lives during live ammunition training exercise
Two military officers with the rank of lieutenant colonel died instantly at the scene while taking part in live ammunition firing training exercise at a live firing range at Otalas, Thala Parivat district, province, Stung Treng.
A…
Cambodia says trial of opposition leader Kem Sokha will go ahead
Former CNRP president was arrested in connection to an alleged plot to overthrow the government.
The trial on treason charges of Cambodian opposition leader Kem Sokha will go ahead as scheduled on Jan. 19, with the government refusing to…
Cambodia postpones first ASEAN meeting amid Myanmar disagreements
Cambodia on Wednesday postponed the first ASEAN meeting under its 2022 chairmanship, the government said, amid reports of differences among the bloc’s members over Prime Minister Hun Sen’s visit to Myanmar last week where he did not meet…
UN Secretary-General envoy seeks cooperation from ASEAN Chair resolution of Myanmar crisis
Special Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General for Myanmar, Dr Noeleen Hayzer has expressed commitment to work with Cambodia who serves as ASEAN Chair for 2022 to find a solution for the violence plaguing Myanmar.
Due to the…
Foreign companies squeeze farmers out of business, forcing labor migration
Cambodian farmers have voiced their concerns about the domination of foreign companies in their hometowns as company owners continue to control more farming lands, making it harder for locals to make a living and causing a labor migration.…
Cambodian PM’s visit to Myanmar sets tone of upcoming ASEAN retreat
As the Myanmar crisis continues to loom large, ASEAN foreign ministers are slated to meet for their annual retreat next week in Siem Reap, Cambodia, in a potential setup for a heated discussion following Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen’s…