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Techo International Airport Secures $100M US Financing
Terry Felix​​   1 hour ago​   2mn Read

Techo International Airport Secures $100M US Financing

PHNOM PENH, June 4, 2026 — The Board of Directors of the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has approved a US$100 million financing package for Cambodia’s Techo International Airport, providing significant support for the expansion of the country’s aviation infrastructure. The approval follows more than two years of

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Techo International Airport Secures $100M US Financing

Techo International Airport Secures $100M US Financing

Terry Felix​​   1 hour ago​   2mn Read

PHNOM PENH, June 4, 2026 — The Board of Directors of the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has approved a US$100 million financing package for Cambodia’s Techo International Airport, providing significant support for the expansion of the country’s aviation infrastructure. The approval follows more than two years of

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Bangkok Shifts Tone on Cambodia’s Maritime Dispute Strategy

Bangkok Shifts Tone on Cambodia’s Maritime Dispute Strategy

Terry Felix​​   Yesterday at 12:27 pm​   2mn Read

BANGKOK, June 3, 2026 — Thailand has shifted its stance on Cambodia's decision to initiate compulsory conciliation proceedings under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), with Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow expressing concern that the move could complicate efforts to improve bilateral relations and address

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Thailand Could Be Hit With Additional 12.5% US Import Tax

Thailand Could Be Hit With Additional 12.5% US Import Tax

Terry Felix​​   12 hours ago​   2mn Read

BANGKOK, June 4, 2026 — Thailand could face an additional 12.5% tariff on exports to the United States under a new proposal by the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump aimed at addressing concerns over forced labour in global supply chains. The proposal, announced by the Office of the United

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Op-Ed: Thailand’s Leadership Is Trapped by Its Own Contradictions

Op-Ed: Thailand’s Leadership Is Trapped by Its Own Contradictions

Terry Felix​​   Thursday 28 May 2026​   3mn Read

Thailand’s political leadership appears increasingly cornered by the consequences of its own rhetoric and policy contradictions over the ongoing tensions with Cambodia. What began as nationalist messaging aimed at reassuring domestic audiences has now evolved into a dangerous political trap — one that risks damaging Thailand’s credibility, economy, diplomacy, and

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Cambodia Expands Digital Expertise Abroad, Assisting Six Countries With E-Government Platforms

Cambodia Expands Digital Expertise Abroad, Assisting Six Countries With E-Government Platforms

Terry Felix​​   Tuesday 2 June 2026​   2mn Read

DILI, June 2, 2026 — Cambodia is helping several countries develop digital government platforms, reflecting the country’s growing technological capabilities and enhancing its international standing, Minister of Post and Telecommunications Chea Vandeth said on Monday. Speaking during the launch of Timor-Leste’s verify.gov.tl document verification platform in Dili on June 1,

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Cambodia, India Launch Cross-Border QR Payment System

Cambodia, India Launch Cross-Border QR Payment System

Terry Felix​​   Yesterday at 7:59 am​   1mn Read

PHNOM PENH, June 3, 2026 — Cambodia and India have officially launched the first phase of a cross-border QR code payment connectivity system, allowing Indian visitors to make digital payments at merchants across Cambodia by scanning KHQR codes using mobile banking applications from participating Indian financial institutions. The launch ceremony

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