At least two people are missing after flash flooding swept away roads in Preah Sihanouk and Koh Kong provinces on Sunday, June 22. Sum Daravuth, chief of commune 1 in Sihanoukville town, said on Monday, June 23 that a 54-year-old woman named Try Phally went missing while riding her motorbike home along the road to Kbal Chhay resort, which had been cut off by floodwaters earlier that Sunday morning. “She works as a cook in Sihanoukville and was returning home on Kbal Chhay road and went missing. She hasn’t been found yet — only the motorbike was recovered. Our team…
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The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) is transforming the global automotive industry, driving an unprecedented demand for high-performance semiconductors. As ASEAN positions itself as a regional hub for EV production and battery manufacturing, it faces a strategic opportunity: integrating its expanding semiconductor capacity with the EV value chain to establish the region as a cornerstone of the global green mobility revolution. Semiconductors are the “brains” of EVs. From battery management systems to power electronics, autonomous driving features and infotainment platforms, EVs are increasingly reliant on advanced chips. Power devices regulate energy usage, while sensors, microcontrollers and signal processors manage torque,…
In the wake of renewed border tensions between Cambodia and Thailand, nationalist voices in Bangkok — amplified by segments of the Thai military — have accused Cambodia of “escalating” the situation by considering legal avenues to resolve the dispute. But let’s be clear: turning to peaceful, lawful mechanisms isn’t aggression. It’s diplomacy in action — a demonstration of restraint, and frankly, of maturity in statecraft. At the center of this dispute is Thailand’s presence in four areas that fall under Cambodia’s sovereignty. Rather than resort to force or inflammatory rhetoric to assert its rights, Cambodia has taken a principled path…
A spokesperson for the Cambodian Ministry of National Defence has rejected claims made by the Thai Army regarding an incident at Ta Moan Thom Temple on the morning of June 22 when approximately 150 Thai cyclists, led by three Thai soldiers, entered the temple without prior notification to Cambodian authorities. The spokesperson stated that the Thai Army’s claim of having informed the Cambodian military is untrue. The Cambodian military received no notification from Thailand, either verbally or through official channels, regarding the visit. They emphasised that if the Thai military genuinely acted with integrity and without ill intent, they should…
Drug use in Cambodian communities, nightclubs and clandestine drug production operations has significantly decreased over the past year, according to Deputy Prime Minister Neth Savoeun, head of Cambodia’s National Authority for Combating Drugs (NACD). He shared his remarks during the celebration of International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on Sunday, June 22, at the National Olympic Stadium. The theme for this year’s International Anti-Drug Day is: “Together, Prevent, Suppress and Uproot the Drug Problem in Cambodia.” Speaking on behalf of Prime Minister Hun Manet, Savoeun acknowledged that although the drug problem in Cambodia has not been fully eradicated,…
The simmering border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia has plunged into its deepest crisis in years, revealing a potent mix of unresolved historical grievances, asymmetric economic interdependence and a dramatic breakdown of trust at the highest political levels. What began as a deadly skirmish has spiralled into a full-spectrum standoff, threatening not only regional stability but also the livelihoods of ordinary citizens caught in the crossfire. Root causes: Cartography, colonialism and contesting claims The core of the enduring conflict lies in a fundamental disagreement over cartography and the legacy of French colonialism. Cambodia steadfastly adheres to the 1:200,000-scale maps from…
[Op-ed] – The article published by the Nation Thailand on June 21, 2025, titled “Hun Sen’s ‘two-pronged strategy’ aims to destabilise Thailand,” is not only misleading — it irresponsibly accuses Cambodia of orchestrating regional instability and internal Thai unrest without evidence. Such narratives are not just inaccurate; they are damaging to the spirit of ASEAN Solidarity and Peace. 1. Cambodia’s Recourse to International Law Is Not Aggression The article suggests that Cambodia is trying to “drag Thailand into international conflict” through the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). This accusation is baseless. Resorting to…
On June 21, the 11th International Day of Yoga will be celebrated in Phnom Penh with the participation of yoga practitioners and enthusiasts. This marks the culmination of the celebrations of the 10th Anniversary of the International Day of Yoga in Cambodia spanning 75 days, in 12 locations covering 3 provinces of Cambodia. Yoga is rooted in ancient Indian wisdom. Over centuries, Yoga has transcended societies and geographies and has found universal acceptance as a means to achieve a balanced and healthy living as the practice of Yoga goes far beyond physical movement. Today, Yoga is practiced in almost every…
The Ministry of Environment and the German embassy in Cambodia have announced the implementation of a solid waste separation project in Battambang province, while also celebrating the 25th anniversary of Cambodia-Germany cooperation on composting and waste management. This event marked the launch of the “Green Growth Initiative for Circular Economy” (GGI4CE) project, following the signing of an implementation agreement between both parties in January 2025. Environment minister Eang Sophalleth presided over the launch ceremony at the Moha Norkor Hall of the National University of Battambang, which received technical and financial support from Germany’s development agency, GIZ. The official launch represents…
Cambodian citizens and leaders have warmly welcomed Venerable Ta Such, a well-known monk from Buriram Province, Thailand, who has chosen to live in Cambodia. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet accepted Venerable Such’s request to reside here after the monk stated he could not return to Thailand. Venerable Ta Such is extremely popular in Cambodia, due to his humorous preaching style and frequent visits to the Kingdom. Following border disputes between Cambodia and Thailand in late May, a Facebook post revealed that Thai soldiers questioned Ta Such about his comments suggesting that some Khmer Surin or upland Khmers had forgotten their…