Author: Raksmey Hong
Pha Lina spent more than $10,000 to buy a 12-seat van to transport customers who wish to rent his vehicle for trips to the provinces and resorts across the country. During the busiest seasons or on major holidays, his 2002 model car is frequently rented, sometimes multiple times a week, accommodating two to three customers per trip. During the rainy season, he receives about one booking per week. “Even though I can’t become rich, this old car can help improve my life to some extent,” he told The Post. This may be why the Prime Minister Hun Manet disagreed with…
The Ministry of Commerce’s Consumer Protection Competition and Fraud Repression Directorate-General (CCF) has issued warnings over the safety of some durians being sold in Cambodian markets. Following widespread reports on social media alleging that imported durians are not only being falsely sold as local produce, but being treated with chemicals, Minister of Commerce Cham Nimul ordered officials to investigate. “Upon receiving the reports, officials from the CCF were dispatched to inspect markets and border crossings across Cambodia,” read a June 21 statement from the ministry. Preliminary findings revealed that although many sellers claimed their durians were grown in provinces such…
In the bustling markets and vibrant streets of Cambodia, a powerful transformation is unfolding, driven by the country’s female entrepreneurs. From street vendors managing their stalls to innovative businesswomen steering burgeoning enterprises, these resilient women are challenging gender roles and becoming pillars of their communities, transforming challenges into opportunities and leading innovative ventures. According to the 2022 Economic Census of Cambodia, the number of economic entities in the Kingdom increased by nearly 50 per cent over the last decade, reaching 753,670. Notably, about 69 per cent of these businesses are women-owned. The census explained that these businesses, predominantly in the…
The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) have jointly announced the launch of the Financial Transparency Corridor (FTC) initiative. This announcement was made on June 18 during a ceremony at Istana, Singapore, attended by Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Prime Minister Hun Manet, who is paying a June 18-19 official visit to the city-state. “The FTC aims to bolster trade and cross-border financial services between small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore and Cambodia through a consent-based digital infrastructure,” explained a joint media release. The platform facilitates improved accessibility to data by the…
Sinn Sisamouth, referred to as the “Elvis of Cambodia”, is one of the country’s most beloved and influential singers. Often compared to Elvis Presley due to his immense popularity and cultural impact, Sisamouth’s music played a crucial role in the country’s vibrant musical scene during the 1950s and 1960s. His career was tragically cut short during the Khmer Rouge regime in the late 1970s, but his legacy continues to inspire and connect Cambodians worldwide. The film, produced by Chris G Parkhurst and premiered on July 25, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia, is one of 48 Cambodian films to be screened during…
The 13th Cambodia International Film Festival (CIFF) is gearing up to take centre stage from June 25 to June 30, promising a terrific cinematic experience with over one hundred and forty movies representing more than 40 countries. “This year’s pageant includes a various choice of short films and function films, documentaries, and animations, highlighting the rich tapestry of world storytelling,” according to the organisers. The CIFF, Cambodia’s biggest and most prestigious international cultural event, will host screenings and activities at various cinemas and prestigious venues throughout Phnom Penh, including Legend Cinemas, Major Cineplex, the French Institute, the Bophana Center, the…