Over 700 Cambodian And Chinese Navies Hold First Joint Anti-Terrorism Exercise
Phnom Penh, May 25, 2024 --The Cambodian-Chinese navies hold a first-ever joint drill to exchange experiences at sea in Cambodia's Preah Sihanouk province.According to the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces (RCAF) spokesperson Major General Thong Solimo, the 12-day military exercise started on May 16.The joint exercise, he added, also aimed to foster cooperative operation, strengthen mutual trust, and promote relations between the two navies.Branded as Golden Dragon Naval Exercise 2024, it involved a total of 782 Cambodian-Chinese naval personnel, 14 ships, and two helicopters in a scenario of hostage rescue operations from a hijacked cargo ship by terrorists.The spokesperson also highlighted that the drill will contribute to the enhancement of naval maneuvering capacities for regional peacekeeping.
Cambodia-China Joint Naval Exercise: Not A Threat
Phnom Penh, May 28, 2024 -- Cambodia has reiterated a strong message that the Cambodia-China joint naval exercise is not a threat to any country.The Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces (RCAF) H.E. General Ith Sarath voiced the message when presiding over the conclusion of the drill, called Golden Dragon Naval Exercise 2024, on May 27.The joint exercise, he said, aimed to exchange experiences between the navies of the two countries to further enhance their capabilities in the fight against terrorism at sea.On behalf of the Ministry of National Defence, H.E. General Ith Sarath highly valued the active participation of the two navies, resulting in a successful naval exercise.He thanked the Preah Sihanouk Provincial Administration and all concerned parties for their cooperation and facilitation of the event, though it was the first for Cambodia.The deputy commander-in-chief also advised the Cambodian and Chinese navies to continue good cooperation and exchange of experience.The 12-day Golden Dragon Naval Exercise 2024 took place in Preah Sihanouk province with the participation of over 780 Cambodian and Chinese navies.
Five-Month Fishing Ban To Begin This Weekend
Phnom Penh, May 27, 2024 --The Fisheries Administration of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries has notified the 2024 fishing ban in Cambodia from June 1 to Oct. 31.The fishing ban is applicable for all fishing zones in the provinces of Kampong Chhnang, Pursat, Battambang, Pailin, Banteay Meanchey, Oddar Meanchey, Siem Reap, Kampong Thom, Preah Vihear, Rattanakiri, Mondulkiri, Kratie, Thbong Khmum, Kampong Cham, and some parts of Phnom Penh capital and Kandal province in the north of Chaktomuk River, from June 1 to Sept. 30.The fishing zones in Prey Veng, Svay Rieng, Takeo, and Kampong Speu provinces, as well as some parts of Phnom Penh and Kandal in the south of Chaktomuk River will be closed from July 1 to Oct. 31.During the periods banned, fishing activities with any kinds of gear, except the family ones, are not allowed in order to preserve the fish resources in Cambodia.
APSARA National Authority To Install Automatic Water Management Stations At Angkor Site
Phnom Penh, May 23, 2024 --The APSARA National Authority in collaboration with the SIAVB, France will install automatic water management stations at Angkor site, the authority said in a news release issued on May 22.At the headquarters of the SIAVB, France, the source pointed out, on May 21, H.E. Dr. HANG Peou, Director General of APSARA National Authority, met with Mr. Jean-Michel Bordes, Director General of SIAVB, and Mr. Jacques Bellier, President of AGERA and technical officers of various institutions of the project "Siem Reap Angkor Water Management Automated Assistance System (SDGERA)" to review the technical work in preparation for six automatic water management stations to be installed at Angkor site in June.In November 2023, it added, H.E. Dr. PHOEURNG Sackona, Minister of Culture and Fine Arts and Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of APSARA National Authority, led a delegation to attend a pilot launch of these stations at SIAVB. The test at that time achieved highly efficient results.The APSARA National Authority and SIAVB signed a Decentralised Cooperation Agreement on the Siem Reap Angkor Water Management Automated Assistance System (SDGERA) project on Dec. 16, 2022.
Cambodia Witnesses High-Level Royal Funeral Of Chief Monk
Phnom Penh, May 24, 2024 --Cambodians have been witnessing one of the most high-level royal funerals organised for the death of the Great Supreme Patriarch Tep Vong, which will come to an end with a grand event for the cremation of the body on June 3.The body of the 93-year-old chief Buddhist monk of Cambodia has been kept at Phnom Penh's Ounalom Pagoda since his passing on Feb. 26 for a 100-day memorial service.According to a respected monk, Samdech Preah Moha Arey Vong Yorn Seng Yeat, Cambodia held a similar level of royal funeral for the passing of the country's prominent and most-remembered chief Buddhist monk, Samdech Preah Moha Sometheathipady Chuon Nat in 1969.After that, he added, another chief Buddhist monk of Cambodia Samdech Preah Maha Somethea Dhipati Huot Tat died during the dark period of the Khmer Rouge, so there was no proper funeral arranged for him.The organisation of the royal funeral for Great Supreme Patriarch Tep Vong was divided into two main stages.The first was the 7th-day memorial service, which saw the presence of Cambodia's top leaders and other high-profile guests paying their final respects to the chief monk.The second stage is to keep the body until the 100th day for the rest of Buddhist followers and Cambodians to bid their final good-bye to the chief monk.H.E. Chhin Ketna, secretary-general of the National Committee for Organising National and International Festivals, who was tasked with leading the grand funeral ceremony, said that there will be a five-kilometre funeral procession before the cremation of the body in June in Phnom Penh.The procession, he added, will stop at the Preah Meru area in front of Wat Botum Vattey Reachvaram for the cremation ceremony.His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boromneath Norodom Sihamoni, King of Cambodia, will officially set the fire for the cremation.
Cambodia’s Economy Poised For Growth In 2024: AMRO
Phnom Penh, May 23, 2024 --The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) released on Thursday its regional economic outlook, predicting a positive year for Cambodia.The report forecasts Cambodia's economy to grow by 5.6 percent in 2024, surpassing the 5 percent growth recorded in 2023. This upward trend is attributed to several factors, garment sector and non-garment exports and continued tourism sector.The Southeast Asian country’s growth is mainly driven by garment exports, tourism, agriculture, construction, and real estate.AMRO highlighted a recovery in the garment sector, sustained expansion in other manufacturing exports, and continued tourism rebound will support the ongoing economic recovery.However, the report also acknowledges potential challenges. The recovery trajectory is contingent on external risks and domestic vulnerabilities, particularly prolonged weakness in the real estate sector and a decline in credit quality.The government should restore fiscal space, mitigate financial stability risks, and strengthen structural reforms to ensure resilient growth, it stated.The report said the Cambodian economy is projected to grow by 5.9 percent in 2025.The report is according to the preliminary assessment by AMRO after its Annual Consultation Visit to Cambodia from May 2 to 13, 2024.The mission was led by AMRO Principal Economist Jinho Choi. AMRO Director Kouqing Li and Chief Economist Hoe Ee Khor participated in the policy discussions.The discussions focused on Cambodia’s recent macroeconomic developments and outlook, risks and vulnerabilities, and policy recommendations to secure resilient growth and financial stability.
Cambodia’s ASEAN SOM Leader Takes Part In The 21st ASEAN-Canada Dialogue In Ottawa
His Excellency KUNG Phoak, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and ASEAN SOM Leader of Cambodia attended the 21st ASEAN-Canada Dialogue 21-22 May 2024, in Ottawa, Canada.The Dialogue reviewed the progress of the implementation of key priority areas and charted the future direction of ASEAN-Canada Strategic Partnership. The Dialogue also exchanged views on regional and international issues of common interests and concerns.
Cambodian PM Presides Over The Official Launch Of Roadmap Towards Global Health Coverage 2024-2035
Phnom Penh, May 23, 2024—Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet (Pic. 1), Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, delivers his keynote remarks while he was presiding over the official launch of the Roadmap towards Global Health Coverage in Cambodia 2024-2035, at Sokha Phnom Penh Hotel and Residence this morning.
High-Level Delegation Of China's National People's Congress To Visit Cambodia
Phnom Penh, May 18, 2024 --A delegation of the National People's Congress (NPC) of the People's Republic of China will pay an official four-day visit to Cambodia next week, according to an announcement by the General Secretariat of the National Assembly.Vice Chairman of the NPC's Standing Committee H.E. Shohrat Zakir will lead the visiting delegation to Cambodia from May 21 to 24.As scheduled, H.E. Shohrat Zakir will pay a courtesy call on President of the Senate, Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, President of the National Assembly Samdech Moha Rathsapheathika Thipadei Khuon Sudary, and Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet.H.E. Shohrat Zakir also plans to hold bilateral talks with H.E. Dr. Cheam Yeap, First Vice President of the National Assembly of Cambodia, to strengthen the friendship between the two countries' legislatures.The NPC delegation will meet with the Governor of Siem Reap and visit ancient temples in the province.
Cambodia And Austria To Enhance Bilateral And Multilateral Cooperation
Her Excellency PHEN Savny, Under-Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, received His Excellency Wilhelm M. Donko, Ambassador of the Republic of Austria to the Kingdom of Cambodia, on 16 May 2024, at the Ministry.During the meeting, both sides expressed their appreciation of the good friendly relations between Cambodia and Austria and were committed to further enhancing bilateral cooperation in various fields, in particular, trade, tourism and investment.Within a multilateral framework, both sides expressed their satisfaction with the mutual support extended to each other at the international stage for the interests of the two countries. Both sides also exchanged views on regional and international issues.
Information Minister: The Health Room Is Part Of The Framework Of Providing Support To Officials Of The Ministry Of Information
The Cambodian Ministry of Information has set up a health room to provide primary health care to all the officials of the Ministry.His Excellency Neth Pheaktra, Minister of Information, said on Wednesday May 15 that the health room has been part of the framework of providing support to the officials of the Ministry of Information in health care.His Excellency Neth Pheaktra further said that officials could seek help from health officials working in the room in case they have not felt well while working.The Information Minister stressed that health has been an important factor that the Ministry of Information has paid attention to. In addition to the support of the Royal Government through the social security fund, the Ministry of Information has made efforts to provide health care to officials and registered journalists.The Information Minister added that the ministry also provides a monthly ration of rice and food to about 300 hard-working officials each month.
Cambodia And UK To Strengthen Bilateral And Multilateral Cooperation
His Excellency KAN Pharidh, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, had a meeting with His Excellency Dominic Williams, British Ambassador to Cambodia, on 15 May 2024.Both parties discussed the mutual supports for their candidatures for various positions in international organizations. They also exchanged views on the outcome of the fourth round of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of Cambodia at the 46th Session of the UPR Working Group of the Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland, held recently.The Secretary of State and the Ambassador also pledged to continue to strengthen cooperation between the Kingdom of Cambodia and the United Kingdom and on the international arena.
Ministry, ADB Discuss Water Resource Development Priorities
Phnom Penh, May 16, 2024 --Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology H.E. Thor Chetha receives a specialised sector delegation of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to discuss priority alignment for Cambodia’s water resource development.The minister met with the delegation led by Mr. Jiangfeng Zhang, ADB’s Director in charge of Agriculture, Food, Nature, and Rural Development Sector Office, at the ministry on May 15.H.E. Thor Chetha appreciated ADB’s effective contribution to modernising water resources infrastructure and management and meteorology responsive to the current context of climate change and global warming.The ministry’s priorities, he added, include the continuation of resilient irrigation infrastructure and further development of water resources and meteorology to ensure the country’s water security.Mr. Jiangfeng Zhang highly valued the minister as well as the ministry’s strong cooperation in carrying out current ADB-supported water projects in Cambodia, stressing that the bank will align its new projects with the ministry’s priorities, especially the effort for climate change adaption.H.E. Thor Chetha also called on ADB’s support for Cambodia’s establishment of an early warning system to minimise the fallouts of the impact of extreme weather events as well as natural disasters on both people and their farming.
Cambodian PM And First Lady Leave For Official Visit To RoK
Phnom Penh, May 15, 2024—Cambodia’s Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet and First Lady, Lok Chumteav Dr Pich Chanmony (Pic. 1) bids farewell to well-wishers at Phnom Penh International Airport this morning, prior to their departure for the Republic of Korea for an official visit until May 18, at the invitation of H.E. Yoon Suk Yeol, President of the Republic of Korea.
11,622 Voters Registered For Capital, Provincial, Municipal, District And Khan Councils Election
Phnom Penh, May 11, 2024 --The National Election Committee has finalised the updated list of 11,622 voters for the 4th Election of Capital, Provincial, Municipal, District, and Khan Councils on May 26.H.E. Hang Puthea, an NEC member, chaired here on May 10 a meeting to conclude the update, adding that the voters will cast their ballots at 209 assigned stations across Cambodia.The assigned team, he added, will start distributing voter information cards from May 11 to 15.Eligible voters can visit the NEC website voterlist.nec.gov.kh and the mobile app “NEC KH” to check for the same information.H.E. Hang Puthea called on concerned local authorities at all levels, participating political parties, relevant civil society organisations, the media, and other stakeholders to carry out their respective professional and responsible roles to make the election run smoothly.
Cambodia Receives A Pair Of Elephants From Laos
Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of the Kingdom of Cambodia H.E. Dith Tina (Pic. 1) and H.E. Linkham DOUANGSAVANH, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry of the Lao People's Democratic Republic, deliver their remarks while they were presiding over at Phnom Tamao Zoological Park and Wildlife Rescue Centre in Bati district, Takeo province this morning the handover ceremony of a pair of elephants from the Lao government to the Royal Government of Cambodia.
The "Clean Cambodia! Khmer Can Do!" Campaign Will Be Officially Launched On 15th May 2024
Soon after the successful piloting the "Clean Cambodia Campaign" in the communes of Preah Theat, Mean, and other communes in Ou Raing Ov District, Tbong Khmum province, the Ministry of Environment will officially launch the "Clean Cambodia! Khmer Can Do!" Campaign on 15th May 2024. His Excellency Dr. Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment, stated that the "Clean Cambodia! Khmer Can Do!" campaign is a new initiative that goes hand in hand with that "Today, I Do Not Use Plastic Bag," which was started on 1st September 2023, involing more than 8 million students and people across Cambodia.H.E. Minister stressed that launching the "Clean Cambodia! Khmer Can Do!" campaign clearly shows that Cambodia has managed to prevent the use of more disposals of plastic bags than their littering in public spaces.The "Clean Cambodia! Khmer Can Do!" campaign is the initiative to encourage students, monks, and villagers in village or commune or district or province to altogether do cleaning and collect garbage around their homes, schools, pagodas, and the publc areas for at least 15 minutes every Saturday with proper collection, management and disposal. Solid waste management is part of people’s attitudes and behaviors, reflecting individual actions and norms in their society.His Excellency Dr. Eang Sophalleth expressed his support for the environmental cleanup movement through the "Clean Cambodia! Khmer Can Do!" campaign, aiming to rejuvenate grassroots efforts weekly to promote cleanness, environment and the beauty of local areas for a cleaner, pollution-free Cambodia and the gradual elimination of plastic wastes from the country in the future.It should be noted that in accordance with the "Pentagonal Strategy" Phase 1 and based on the national existing laws, policies, strategies, as well as relevant international conventions, the Ministry of Environment has developed the "Circular Strategy 2023-2028," focusing on three strategic themes: clean, green, and sustainable. The strategy aims to guide and prioritize efforts to ensure environmental sustainability and perfection in respond to climate change, and promotion of green economy.
Friendship Between Cambodia And Russia To Be Sustained And Boosted
His Excellency KHUON Phon Rattanak, Secretary of State, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, received a call by His Excellency Anatoly Borovik, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to the Kingdom of Cambodia, on 6 May 2024, at the Ministry.During the meeting, both sides expressed satisfaction with the amicable friendship and cooperation between Cambodia and Russia across the board, notably, in human resource development among others. They remain committed to the promotion of momentum for partnership between the two countries in practical fields of mutual benefit.Taking this opportunity, the two dignitaries also lauded the oncoming commemoration of the 68th Anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between Cambodia and Russia on May 13, 2024.
Cambodia, Qatar Discuss Educational And Scientific Cooperation
Phnom Penh, May 08, 2024 --Cambodia and Qatar have discussed deeper bilateral cooperation in the education and science sectors.The discussion took place between H.E. Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth, and Sports, and H.E. Khalid Ali Abdullah Abel, the non-resident Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Qatar to Cambodia, in Phnom Penh on May 6.The two sides also reviewed the process of preparing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in higher education and science research between Cambodia and Qatar.H.E. Khalid Ali Abdullah Abel was impressed with Cambodia's education progress and optimistic that more Cambodian youths will participate in events and training in Qatar.H.E. Hang Chuon Naron spoke highly of the contribution of the Government of Qatar to Cambodia’s development in all sectors, especially in education.He thanked H.E. Khalid Ali Abdullah Abel for his willingness to expand cooperation by accepting Cambodian students, teachers, and education staff for the education and training programme.
Cambodian Senate President Receives Ambassador Of Qatar
Phnom Penh, May ០8, 2024—Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen (R, Pic. 1), President of the Senate and President of the Supreme Privy Council to His Majesty the King, greets H.E. Khalid Ali Abdullah Abel, non-resident Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Cambodia, prior to their meeting at the Senate Palace in Phnom Penh this morning.