The Asian Kun Khmer Championship will be staged for the first time in Vietnam this year, while China is seeking permission to host the Kun Khmer World Championship later this year. Khov Chhay, president of the Khmer Boxing Federation and secretary-general of the International Kun Khmer Federation, revealed the exciting new international developments to The Post on March 11, shortly before traveling to Vietnam. While visiting the neighbouring nation, he will sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Vietnamese Kun Khmer Federation in Vietnam and local sponsors to prepare for the Asian championship, in Can Tho province. “We will…
Author: Chhorn Norn
Phnom Penh Crown head coach Oleg Starynskyi is urging his players to forget the humiliation of their 4–1 defeat to Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng in the first leg of the AFC Challenge League and instead focus on showing stronger determination and spirit in tonight’s decisive second leg. Despite facing an uphill battle, the Ukrainian coach said his team still believes in its chances of mounting a comeback. The second-leg showdown will take place at Morodok Techo National Stadium at 7pm tonight, March 12, with Starynskyi insisting his team has nothing left to fear. Crown have previously recorded positive results…
International infrastructure giant VINCI Group, a global leader in managing and operating major airports, has pledged to continue working with Cambodia to promote the country’s tourism potential to the world. Emmanuel Menanteau, the company’s regional director for the US, Northern and Eastern Europe, and Southeast Asia, met with Minister of Tourism Hout Hak at the tourism ministry headquarters on March 1. During the discussion, VINCI representatives introduced the company’s new leadership structure and provided updates on recent developments at Sihanoukville International Airport and Techo International Airport. Both sides exchanged views on the future outlook for Cambodia’s tourism sector and discussed…
National Assembly president Khuon Sudary has called on the Hungarian Parliament to strengthen parliamentary cooperation and help promote collaboration in several important sectors. She met with György Such, secretary-general of the Hungarian National Assembly, on March 10, during his official visit to Cambodia. According to Sudary, the visit reflected not only the strengthening of parliamentary cooperation between the two countries, but also presented an opportunity for Cambodia and Hungary to explore additional potential areas of collaboration. These include trade, economic development, agriculture, education, technology and tourism, with the aim of delivering benefits for the people of both nations. The Hungarian…
Cambodia and the UK have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on “Exchange and Cooperation in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)”. The agreement aims to enhance collaboration in the TVET and skills sector, based on the principles of reciprocity, sustainability and mutual benefit. The MoU was signed by Heng Sour, Minister of Labour and Vocational Training, and Jonathan Ledger, an international expert in TVET and labour market policy representing the UK Skills Partnership (UKSP), at the labour ministry headquarters on Monday, March 9. British ambassador Dominic Williams witnessed the signing. Under the three-year MoU, both sides aim to…
As living proof of how circumstances can change, a group of young Cambodian footballers are about to go from fearing the sounds of Thai shelling to admiring the bright lights of Singapore. A group of players from Siem Reap province’s Oroong village have been selected by Happy Football Cambodia Australia (HFCA) to represent Cambodia in the JSSL 7s Singapore Tournament U1 girl’s competition, for the first time. Lek Sreytey and two of her friends, all students at Oroong Primary School, in Svay Leu district’s Ta Siem commune, were selected. They will join seven other girls from across the Kingdom and…
Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC head coach Matthew McConkey has warned his players not to get carried away with the 4–1 scoreline in Thursday night’s AFC Challenge League 2025–26 quarter-final. The result is not yet decided, with focus required on the club’s second meeting with CPL arch-rivals Phnom Penh Crown. Speaking at a post-match press conference, McConkey said the result only represents the end of the first match, with another decisive game still to come. “We still have one more to play,” he said, adding “I told my players not to celebrate too much. We can be proud of…
The 11th International Half Marathon in Preah Sihanouk province, scheduled for March 22, features several route adjustments, with organisers shifting much of the course to run along nearly 20 kilometres of coastline. The change aims to increase the event’s appeal for runners while showcasing Cambodia’s beautiful coastal scenery to the world. During March 4 press conference, Sem Phalla, executive director of marathon event organisation in Cambodia, explained that the province’s coastal zones are now well-developed, with asphalt and concrete roads that are highly suitable for running. The banner 21km race will start at Ochheuteal Beach, proceed to Otres, then turn…
The protection, preservation and promotion of Cambodia’s cultural heritage continue to receive close attention and are regarded as a key priority of the Royal Government, according to Prime Minister Hun Manet. He emphasised that today’s 28th National Culture Day, themed “Youth for National Culture”, serves as an important occasion to raise awareness of the immense value of Cambodia’s rich cultural heritage, which forms a strong foundation for sustainable socio-economic development. He described the day as promoting patriotism grounded in morality, equity and inclusiveness, while highlighting the vital role and qualifications of youth as a driving force in preserving, safeguarding, promoting…
Japan has provided new server equipment to Cambodia’s National Election Committee (NEC), through the use of a robust and secure system for managing voter data. A February 19 handover ceremony for the equipment, held at the NEC headquarters, was overseen by NEC president Prach Chan and Japanese ambassador Ueno Atsushi. Ueno explained that the Japanese government provided the NEC with server system equipment to support voter registration and the management of voter information. The new equipment will replace a previous system, provided by Japan in 2016. He noted that modern technology is essential for ensuring the security of digitally recorded voter…