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Cambodia, Japan Satisfied with Bilateral Ties
AKP Phnom Penh, July 01, 2025 -- H.E. Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia, and visiting H.E. NAGASHIMA Akihisa, Special Advisor to the Prime Minister and Member of the House of...
Senate President Proposes Direct Flights between Cambodia and Saudi Arabia
AKP Phnom Penh, July 01, 2025 -- Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of Cambodia, has proposed the establishment of direct flights between Saudi Arabia and Cambodia to boost bilateral cooperation and enhance...

Thailand-Cambodia tensions rise as border rules tighten
BANGKOK, Thailand: This week, Thailand implemented land border restrictions, including a ban on tourists traveling to Cambodia, as the two nations retaliate amid an ongoing border dispute. Tensions have risen since an armed clash on May 28, which...

Who Is Paetongtarn Shinawatra? Thailand PM Suspended Over Leaked Call With Cambodian Leader
Last Updated:July 01, 2025, 19:31 IST Thailand's PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra was suspended by the Constitutional Court amid an inquiry into her conduct during a diplomatic row with Cambodia. Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra...

India, ASEAN explore cruise tourism corridor to boost maritime, port connectivity
Over 30 delegates discuss cruise tourism corridors, port connectivity, and maritime cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. India will work with ASEAN countries to develop cruise tourism circuits in the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean, Union...

India Aims To Boost Cruise Tourism With…
New Delhi, July 1 (KNN) India is strengthening cooperation with ASEAN member nations to promote regional cruise tourism, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said on Monday. Speaking at the inaugural ASEAN-India...
Cambodia's famed Angkor makes 26.3 mln USD revenue in H1 2025
PHNOM PENH, July 1 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia's famed Angkor Archaeological Park earned 26.3 million U.S. dollars from ticket sales during the first half of 2025, up 8 percent compared to the same period last year, said an official report released on...

PM: Cambodia Cautions Thailand over 'Red Line' in Ongoing Border Dispute (Video inside)
Hits: 155 (Takeo): Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet issued a warning to Thailand, stating that any unilateral attempt to block Cambodian citizens from accessing the Ta Moan Thom Temple, Ta Moan Tauch Temple, Ta Krabei Temple, and the Emerald...

Cambodia draws nearly 3 million foreign tourists in first 5 months
Cambodia draws nearly 3 million foreign tourists in first 5 months The impressive surge reflects a significant rebound for a sector crucial to the Kingdom’s economy, demonstrating renewed global confidence in Cambodia as a safe and attractive...
Cambodia Attracts Nearly 3 Million International Tourists in January-May Period
AKP Phnom Penh, July 01, 2025 -- Cambodia attracted a total of 2.95 million international tourists in the first five months of 2025, 11.7 per cent increase from 2.64 million in the same period last year, according to a report from the Ministry of...
Cambodia Partners with Chinese Firm on Smart Tourism Development
AKP Phnom Penh, July 01, 2025 -- Cambodian Minister of Tourism H.E. Huot Hak received here on Sunday Mr. Li Tao, Chairman of Heilongjiang Province Maiku Information Technology Co., Ltd., and colleagues for a courtesy meeting. According to the...

Penang International Airport Welcomes Cambodia Airways’ New Direct Service From Phnom Penh
Penang International Airport (PEN) today welcomed Cambodia Airways (KR) as its 18th foreign airline, marking the launch of the first direct service between Phnom Penh (PNH) and PEN. The twice-weekly service, operated using an Airbus A320 aircraft,...
Cambodia sees 50 pct rise in Chinese tourist arrivals in Jan.-May period
PHNOM PENH, July 1 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia has recorded a 50 percent increase in the number of Chinese tourists in the first five months of 2025, said the Ministry of Tourism's latest report released on Tuesday. A total of 488,973 Chinese visitors...

PM orders relaxation of labour measures for Cambodian workers
To address this, the Prime Minister has instructed the Ministry of Labour to expedite a meeting of the Foreign Workers Management Committee to consider the guidelines and measures for relaxing labour regulations for Cambodian workers in border...

Thailand: Prime Minister suspended over leaked Cambodia call
The Prime Minister of Thailand, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, was suspended by the country's constitutional court on Tuesday pending an investigation into a leaked phone call with a senior Cambodian politician. The judges voted 7 to 2 to suspend the...

World : Cross-Border Tourism Suffers As Cambodia-Thai Dispute Drags
By Vijian Paramasivam PHNOM PENH, July 1 (Bernama) -- Cross-border tourism between Cambodia and Thailand has dropped due to the ongoing diplomatic dispute between both countries. However, domestic travel near Preah Vihear province is thriving. The...

Marriott Hotels debuts in Pattaya with new beachfront resort on Jomtien Beach
Marriott Hotels opens Pattaya Marriott Resort and Spa on Jomtien Beach, offering beachfront luxury, family-friendly amenities, and diverse dining experiences. Bangkok – Marriott Hotels announced the opening of Pattaya Marriott Resort and Spa,...

Venture travel, shorter stays and AI key trends for luxury travellers: Marriott
Speaking to Karryon Luxury about the report, which was released today, Marriott International Regional Vice President, Luxury, Asia Pacific, Oriol Montal says the trend towards shorter holidays was already evident in its research, but has been...

Alleged Thailand bomb plot sparks Australian travel warning
The Australian government has warned travellers of an "ongoing risk of terrorism" across Thailand after police reported finding improvised explosives in tourist areas around Phuket and Krabi. "Popular tourist areas may be the target of terrorist...

Business : Phnom Penh-Penang Direct Flight To Boost ASEAN Trade - MAHB
GEORGE TOWN, June 30 (Bernama) -- Cambodia Airways’ new direct flight from Phnom Penh to Penang aligns with the ASEAN Connectivity Master Plan 2025, reinforcing Malaysia’s commitment to deeper regional integration. Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd...