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Cambodia Protests Thai Activities Near Preah Vihear Temple
Terry Felix​​   9 hours ago​   2mn Read

Cambodia Protests Thai Activities Near Preah Vihear Temple

PHNOM PENH, April 5, 2026 — Cambodia has lodged a formal protest against Thailand over what it described as unlawful military activities in disputed border areas near the Preah Vihear Temple, calling on Bangkok to immediately halt the actions. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation

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Russian Navy Ships to Dock in Sihanoukville for Four-Day Visit

Russian Navy Ships to Dock in Sihanoukville for Four-Day Visit

Terry Felix​​   4 hours ago​   1mn Read

PHNOM PENH, April 4, 2026 — Three warships from Russia’s navy will arrive in Cambodia for a four-day goodwill visit, in a move aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and enhancing military cooperation. The vessels — Sovershennyy, Rezkiy and Pechenga — are scheduled to dock at the Sihanoukville Autonomous Port from

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France Visit Offers Cambodia Chance to Press Border Case

France Visit Offers Cambodia Chance to Press Border Case

Terry Felix​​   Yesterday at 7:35 am​   2mn Read

PHNOM PENH, April 4, 2026 — Cambodia’s Prime Minister Hun Manet is set to visit France next week for high-level talks and a global summit, with analysts suggesting the trip could be used to advance Phnom Penh’s position on its border dispute with Thailand. Hun Manet will travel to Paris

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Fuel Price Spike Triggers Protest in Bangkok

Fuel Price Spike Triggers Protest in Bangkok

Terry Felix​​   18 hours ago​   1mn Read

BANGKOK, April 4, 2026 — Labour groups and activists gathered outside Thailand’s Labour Ministry on Thursday April 2, urging the government to take urgent action to address surging fuel prices and a worsening cost-of-living crisis. The demonstration brought together members of the Thai Labour Solidarity Committee, the State Enterprises Workers’

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Op-Ed: Thailand’s Fuel Crisis and the Politics of Blame

Op-Ed: Thailand’s Fuel Crisis and the Politics of Blame

Terry Felix​​   Yesterday at 6:51 am​   3mn Read

Thailand is currently grappling with two striking developments: the reported disappearance of 57 million litres of fuel and an emergency meeting convened by senior officials alleging that oil has been smuggled into Cambodia. These developments come at a particularly sensitive moment. Thai citizens are facing rising fuel prices and potential

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Cambodia Boosts Data-Driven Policymaking to Tackle Labour Challenges

Cambodia Boosts Data-Driven Policymaking to Tackle Labour Challenges

Terry Felix​​   Friday 3 April 2026​   2mn Read

PHNOM PENH, April 3, 2026 — Cambodia is strengthening its capacity for evidence-based policymaking to tackle evolving labour market challenges, in a move aimed at boosting competitiveness and supporting long-term economic growth, the International Labour Organization (ILO) said. A four-day training programme held in Siem Reap from March 30 to

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NBC Says Banking System ‘Strong’ After Temporary Withdrawal Limits Raise Concerns

NBC Says Banking System ‘Strong’ After Temporary Withdrawal Limits Raise Concerns

Terry Felix​​   Tuesday 17 March 2026​   1mn Read

PHNOM PENH, March 17, 2026 — Cambodia’s central bank on Monday urged depositors to remain calm after concerns over withdrawal limits at a local lender triggered widespread discussion online. The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) issued the appeal after APD Bank temporarily capped outgoing transfers at $300 per day per

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