In message released today, Sunday, July 13, Senate president Hun Sen called on world leaders, especially ASEAN leaders, to recognise the concerns raised by Thaksin Shinawatra regarding the issue of online scam syndicates operating in Thailand. He stated that, as he pointed out on June 27 in Preah Vihear province, major online scam criminals are spread across Thailand, with Bangkok being a nest for illegal scammers and money laundering groups. These groups, he said, have been spreading from Thailand into Cambodia. “Thaksin admitted in a July 9 Thai television interview that the top-tier online scammers are living in luxury apartments…
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Today, a deeply disturbing incident occurred along the Cambodia–Thailand border: a Thai citizen and a Thai soldier assaulted a Cambodian soldier stationed at the sacred Ta Moan Thom Temple. This act of aggression is not just a violation of peace — it is a violation of Cambodia’s sovereignty, dignity and right to exist in harmony. This attack is not an isolated case. It reflects a broader pattern of Thai behavior that contradicts their official claims of peace and cooperation. While Thai authorities speak of diplomacy, their actions on the ground — through their military and even civilians — speak a…
The government has established a commission which will oversee relocation plans for many of the floating houses on the Tonle Sap lake, as well as monitor fish farms. The effort is aimed at reducing environmental pollution, protecting biodiversity and preserving the ecological system of the lake. A decision on the creation of the commission, signed by Prime Minister Hun Manet on July 10 and made public on Sunday, July 13, names Minister of Interior Sar Sokha as chairman. The commission includes deputy chairs and members from various ministries, institutions and the provincial administrations of the five provinces which surround the…
Since early June, the border tensions between Cambodia and Thailand have escalated, not through confrontation or provocation from Cambodia, but through a series of unilateral actions taken by Thailand. From the restriction of entry at key checkpoints to the full closure of crossings along the shared border, Thailand has taken the lead — not in diplomacy, but in closure, control and silence. Let’s be absolutely clear: Cambodia did not start this. The chronological record shows that it was on June 6 when Thailand, through its National Security Council and Army Region 2, began restricting movements across the border. What followed…
The recent attempt by Thai academic Dr. Rungroj Piromanukul to claim that Cambodia’s Angkor Wat was modeled after Thailand’s Phimai Sanctuary is nothing short of historical distortion and intellectual dishonesty. Let us be clear: Angkor Wat is not a derivative — it is the pinnacle of Khmer civilisation and stands as one of humanity’s greatest architectural and cultural achievements. Thailand’s desperate effort to reframe history is a blatant attempt to appropriate the heritage of Cambodia and erase the truth that the Khmer Empire was the dominant civilization in this region. Phimai Was Khmer, Not Thai Thailand did not exist when…
The Ministry of Environment will organise the three-day “Ponlork Baitong” exhibition at the Win-Win Monument in Phnom Penh next month, along with the “One Million Sugar Palm Trees” planting campaign. The exhibition will take place from August 5 to 7 and be presided over by Prime Minister Hun Manet and his wife Pich Chanmony. Over the course of the event, the ministry will distribute saplings to the public, free of charge. They are intended for planting at homes, pagodas, schools, communities, protected areas and other public spaces. The initiative aims to encourage citizens across Cambodia to love and plant trees,…
The Ministry of Environment and Sevea Co. Ltd. officially launched the third season (2025–2026) of the “Power Wise” competition today, July 11, aiming to promote energy savings in commercial buildings, reduce costs and contribute to mitigating climate change. “Power Wise” is an initiative designed to accelerate energy efficiency in Cambodia’s commercial sector, representing an important step in the country’s commitment to sustainable development. Ministry undersecretary of state Khvay Atitya told the media at the launch ceremony that the initiative not only offers notable economic benefits but also demonstrates a strong commitment to environmental sustainability. He described the programme as a…
The recent decision by the Kingdom of Cambodia to formally appeal to the UN regarding its ongoing border dispute with the Kingdom of Thailand sent a clear message to the world. This strategic move, which has drawn the attention and even surprise of many countries, shows Cambodia’s resolve to elevate a long-standing bilateral issue to the realm of international dialogue and law. By speaking to the world in an official UN tongue, Cambodia signals that questions of sovereignty, security and peaceful coexistence are not just local matters but shared concerns that require transparency, fairness and the collective support of the…
At the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, the world witnessed an alarming example of cultural disrespect and historical theft. Cambodia’s Minister of Culture and Fine Arts, Phoeurng Sackona, rightly voiced deep concern over the unauthorised construction of a large-scale replica of Angkor Wat in Thailand’s Buriram province — a project carried out without any consultation or consideration of ethical principles, cultural respect or international heritage standards. Thailand’s counterstatement, claiming that the structure at Phum Man Fa Monastery is merely “inspired” by various Thai temples and “not a replica”, is not only misleading — it is a blatant…
Minister of Labour and Vocational Training Heng Sour has shared that as of July 9, a total of 51,251 Cambodian citizens have returned from Thailand to their homeland amid ongoing border tensions. Speaking to the National Television of Cambodia (TVK) on July 10, Sour said the largest group, totalling around 20,000 individuals, were people who lived along the border. He explained that the labour ministry and other relevant authorities have been providing information about job opportunities at border checkpoints, and that he and officials have been visiting the communes and districts where these citizens reside since July 6, to further…