On the occasion of the recent presidential election in South Korea, Cambodia’s former prime minister and current president of the Senate, Hun Sen, conveyed his heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected South Korean President. More than a diplomatic formality, this message carries profound meaning for the future of Cambodia–South Korea relations, especially in light of the historic role Hun Sen has played in restoring and strengthening the bilateral ties between the two nations. It is important to recall that the modern diplomatic ties between Cambodia and South Korea were reestablished in 1997, at a time when Hun Sen was serving…
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The recent flare-up along the Thailand-Cambodia border, which culminated in the tragic death of a Cambodian soldier, serves as a stark reminder that unresolved historical grievances can simmer for decades, occasionally boiling over into renewed tension and conflict. While the two nations share deep cultural ties and are both integral members of ASEAN, the ongoing dispute over un-demarcated areas, particularly around ancient temples like Preah Vihear, offers critical lessons for regional stability and international diplomacy. At the heart of the ongoing friction lies a century-old disagreement over border demarcation, stemming from colonial-era mapping. Despite rulings by the International Court of…
This year’s June 8 World Oceans Day celebrations saw the launch of the “100,000 Mangroves” campaign, which will see mangrove trees planted in 13 fishing communities across Kep and Kampot provinces to support biodiversity and nature-based tourism. This year’s oceans day was themed “Catalysing Action for Our Ocean and Climate”. The June 8 campaign launch was presided over by Has Sareth, secretary of state at the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, and held in the Phum Thmey fishing community, in Kep province’s namesake capital. Sareth highlighted the ocean’s vital role in supporting biodiversity, providing fishery resources as food for…
Anti-drug authorities have reported that drug seizures in the first five months of the year fell by half, when compared to the same period last year. From January to May this year, slightly more than two tonnes of narcotics and precursors were impounded, including 1.5 tonnes of hard drugs, 151 kilogrammes of dried marijuana, 12,212 marijuana plants and more than 549 kilogramme of chemical precursors. According to Meas Virith, secretary-general of the National Authority for Combating Drugs (NCDM), 10,765 people were detained – including 862 women – in 4,134 drug-related cases. Charges included trafficking, transportation, storage, processing, cultivation, facilitation, driving…
As Cambodia and the US prepare for a potential third round of negotiations regarding the heavy tariffs imposed on Cambodian goods, the stakes could not be higher for the Cambodian economy. The current situation — where the US maintains a 49% tariff on a broad range of Cambodian exports — is unsustainable for a developing country that relies heavily on international trade. This trade barrier threatens not only Cambodia’s economic stability but also its attractiveness as a regional investment destination. The second round of negotiations ended without a concrete agreement, leaving both sides with open expectations and diplomatic uncertainty. As…
Cambodia and Thailand are predominantly Buddhist neighbouring kingdoms that share deep historical, cultural and religious ties. Their land border, stretching over 800 kilometres, was originally defined by the Franco-Siamese treaties of 1904 and 1907. Despite these shared affinities, tensions have frequently arisen, particularly over claims to cultural heritage, traditions and religious sites, including temples. Disputes over territory and border demarcation have been among the most sensitive and inflammatory issues, often fuelling ultranationalist sentiments in Thailand, for generations. The most contentious areas include the Preah Vihear Temple and its surrounding vicinity, over which Cambodia secured legal victories at the International Court…
Cambodian Banana Agricultural General Co., Ltd. (CBA), a Chinese company, is planning to increase its export of fresh yellow Cavendish bananas to China to 30,000 tonnes this year, through the expansion of cultivation areas and its supply chain. Kong Chanvisal, secretary of state at the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, shared the company’s plans after attending the June 6 launch ceremony of the company’s fresh banana supply chain, which was also attended by other ministry officials, representatives of the Cambodia-China Chamber of Commerce, company executives, local authorities and nearly 100 company staff. “The company harvests bananas from 500 hectares…
While Cambodia’s population of greater adjutant storks remains critically low, at just 750. There has been a welcome development at Siem Reap province’s Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity (ACCB). Two chicks which were born at the centre have fledged and are learning to spread their wings. ACCB described the successful rearing of the pair as a conservation milestone. “Our pair of greater adjutants have successfully raised two chicks, which are now able to fly. This is a significant achievement that demonstrates our ongoing efforts to conserve this amazing species,” said the ACCB. ACCB explained that the global population of…
A new initiative, called “WildLeaks”, is now online in Cambodia. It aims to help combat wildlife and natural resource crimes, to protect these valuable assets for future generations. WildLeaks is a secure and anonymous reporting platform designed to enhance transparency and uphold the law, in support of wildlife and ecosystem conservation. This innovative tool was developed and implemented by Earth League International (ELI), a US-based conservation organisation. According to a June 4 ELI press release, the new tool empowers individuals to confidently and confidentially report environmental crimes, thereby contributing to the long-term protection of the country’s rich biodiversity. “Cambodia is…
His Majesty the King has appealed to all Cambodians to work together to promote environmental conservation and the sustainable use of natural resources, in order to preserve these valuable assets for future generations. King Norodom Sihamoni delivered his appeal on June 5, during celebrations of National and World Environment Day, held under the theme: “Beat Plastic Pollution” at the Morodok Techo National Stadium in Phnom Penh. In his address, the King stated that the event represented a gathering to demonstrate the nation’s deep attention on environmental issues. He emphasised that the theme “Beat Plastic Pollution” serves both as a reminder…