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Tension between Thailand and Cambodia: Colonial roots and origins
Al Mayadeen
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July 6, 2025
The current tension on the border between the two countries is one of the most serious in recent years, and there is a possibility of a direct military conflict between Cambodia and Thailand. The recent tension between Thailand and Cambodia began...
Cambodia’s Durian Exports to China Officially Approved
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 06, 2025 — The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries announced on July 4 that Cambodia has officially received approval from the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) to export durians directly to the...
112 Cambodian farms get green light to export fresh durian to China
Khmer Times
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July 6, 2025
Synopsis: The Ministry of Agriculture asked all owners of approved farms and packing facilities to strictly comply with the GACC protocol’s requirements, including being free from harmful substances, pesticides, and banned chemicals. Cambodia has...
How TVET is shaping Cambodia’s future workforce – a perspective
Khmer Times
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July 6, 2025
Upskilling the future workforce remains critical to Cambodia’s Vision 2050. Apart from the potential sectors, honing the untapped workforce will go a long way in creating a sustainable future. The National Technical and Vocational Education and...
Eight tonnes of frozen meat from Vietnam seized
Khmer Times
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July 7, 2025
Officials from the General Department of Animal Health and Animal Production seized over eight tonnes of frozen meat illegally imported from Vietnam through the Koh Thom district corridor, for distribution in Phnom Penh. General Department of...
Cambodia, US Nearing Agreement on Trade, Phnom Penh Says
The Diplomat
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July 4, 2025
Cambodia and the United States have agreed to a framework for a trade agreement, the Cambodian government announced today, just days ahead of the Trump administration’s July 9 tariff deadline. The announcement came after a virtual meeting between...
15 percent of garment factories have orders only for few more weeks
Khmer Times
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July 7, 2025
Workers at a garments factory on the outskirts of Phnom Penh. A recent survey has found that the reciprocal tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on Cambodia have begun to impact the Kingdom’s textiles and garments sector. KT/Chor Sokunthea...
Thailand’s ICJ-Phobia: Thailand-Cambodia’s Prison of Historical Narrative
Khaosod English
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July 6, 2025
The leaked audio clip between PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen has led the Thai Constitutional Court to suspend PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra from her PM duties on July 1 and potentially, if not likely, ending her stint...
Industry Minister Bids Farewell to French Ambassador, Highli...
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 05, 2025 -- Minister of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, H.E. Hem Vanndy, received here on July 4 H.E. Jacques Pellet, Ambassador of France to Cambodia, for a farewell meeting to mark the end of the Ambassador’s...
Kingdom attracts 373 investment projects in H1
Khmer Times
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July 7, 2025
Synopsis: China takes the lead in foreign direct investment (FDI) to the Kingdom followed by Singaporean and Vietnamese investors. Cambodia attracted a total of 373 investment projects in the first half of this year, up 96 percent compared to 190...
CCC invites 200 entrepreneurs to join biz mission in Vietnam
Khmer Times
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July 7, 2025
Synopsis: The ‘Vietnam-Cambodia Business Networking Conference 2025’ will help promote bilateral trade and investment between the two neighbouring countries. Kith Meng, President of the Cambodia Chamber of Commerce (CCC), called on 200...
Cashew sector sees export growth amid climate challenges
Khmer Times
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July 8, 2025
Cambodia experienced a 15 per cent increase in export volume over the past five months. However, farmers experienced rising costs due to an increased reliance on pesticides and disease management, according to the Cashew Nut Association of...
Business : Sarawak Key To ASEAN's Green Energy Push - Expert
Bernama
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July 6, 2025
By Siti Radziah Hamzah KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- The Sarawak-linked segment of the ASEAN Power Grid (APG) is shaping up to be a crucial enabler of regional decarbonisation efforts, supplying low-carbon hydropower to displace fossil fuel...
Phnom Penh Crown revamp with three European signings
Khmer Times
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July 3, 2025
Synopsis: Cambodia’s most decorated football club recruits three new European players to strengthen the squad following several key departures ahead of the new CPL season. Phnom Penh Crown FC has welcomed three new European players for the...
Minister Hem Vanndy bids farewell to French Ambassador, highlights longstanding water and industry partnership MISTI
Khmer Times
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July 5, 2025
Hem Vanndy (right), Minister of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, and Jacques Pellet, Ambassador of France to Cambodia. MISTI Minister of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, Hem Vanndy, received Jacques Pellet, Ambassador of...
Elon Musk stands by his decision as Tesla sinks
Cryptopolitan
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July 7, 2025
Tesla stock dropped another 6.9% on Monday, wiping out over $68 billion from its market cap, as Elon Musk’s political ambitions dragged investor confidence through the dirt. The latest blow came just two days after Elon announced plans to create a...
Kratie bridge to boost connectivity and economy
Khmer Times
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July 7, 2025
Sun Chanthol (front row right), Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the CDC, and Peng Ponea (front row left), Minister of Public Works and Transport, take part in concrete pouring ceremony for the final section of the Cambodia-China...
Trump sent tariff letters to 14 countries warning of new U.S. import duties starting August 1.
Cryptopolitan
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July 7, 2025
President Donald Trump, on Monday, issued formal notices to 14 different countries, informing their leaders that the United States will impose new blanket tariffs on their goods starting August 1. The letters, posted by Trump directly to Truth...
Djokovic recovers from disastrous start to beat De Minaur in style at Wimbledon
The National News
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Novak Djokovic recovered from a disastrous start to overcome Alex de Minaur in four sets and secure a Wimbledon quarter-final spot for the 16th time. Having powered through the previous two matches against Dan Evans and Miomir Kecmanovic without...
Cambodia artefact rumours ‘false’
Bangkok Post
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July 4, 2025
Paetongtarn shoots down misinformation while discussing new mission as culture minister PUBLISHED : 4 Jul 2025 at 22:02 Suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has dismissed reports that Thailand is preparing to imminently transfer 20...