Author: Raksmey Hong
The Ministry of Information has reiterated the need for a unified code of ethics in Cambodian journalism, describing it as crucial for maintaining accuracy and social integrity. Diverse practices among media entities necessitate common principles, explained the ministry, which prompted an April 19 workshop, chaired by information minister Neth Pheaktra. With 325 journalists participating, along with senior members of the information ministry, the event aimed to lay the groundwork for a “Professional Journalism Charter” which will be tailored to a Cambodian context. “This charter aims to establish national ethical standards, supporting democracy and press freedom. The ministry reaffirms its commitment…
The Ministry of Tourism is set to organise a remarkable fusion of cultural and martial arts at the iconic Bayon Temple in Siem Reap Province. Scheduled for April 24, the Cambodia-China Cultural Tourism Exhibition will showcase the “When Shaolin Meets Bokator at Angkor” event. “This event is part of the ‘Cambodia-China People-to-People Exchange Year 2024’, and it’s a bid to bolster tourism and cultural exchanges between the Kingdom’s Siem Reap province and Henan province of China,” according to the Ministry of Tourism. The event, which commences at 7.30am, promises an engaging encounter with masters of both Shaolin and Bokator martial…
AirAsia Cambodia’s inaugural flight graced the skies of Phnom Penh International Airport on April 20, bringing with it the promise of enhanced connectivity and a tourism boost for Cambodia. As noted by Prime Minister Hun Manet in a recent social media post, the aircraft, adorned with the iconic image of Angkor Wat and traditional Cambodian motifs, marks a significant milestone in the country’s aviation industry. “After completing flight demonstrations and test flights by April 30, AirAsia Cambodia is poised to receive its official flight operator certificate,” said Manet. This will be followed by the launch of domestic operations on May…
The celebrated Tini Tinou International Circus Festival is set to make a spectacular return this June in Battambang province, poised to be the most impressive edition in its history. Scheduled from June 3-9, the festival’s 12th iteration is expected to enchant over 11,000 attendees with a diverse international lineup of 13 circus troupes from around the world. Phare Ponleu Selpak, the festival’s organiser and a key player in circus arts, has revealed that this year’s event will showcase artists from 10 countries, including Japan, Singapore, France, Germany, Laos and Thailand. Performances will take place on the Phare campus and across…
From the remote reaches of Kampot province, nestled amidst the tranquil backdrop of a fishing village, comes a tale of parental devotion. Der Fittri, a father confronted with the harsh reality of his second son’s condition, found himself at a crossroads of doubt. “When I saw his face, I was devastated. But he’s my child, and even if his condition is difficult, I cannot abandon him,” he says. Seven days later after the birth, upon hearing about a cleft lip surgery mission, Fittri and his wife brought their son to the Kampot Provincial Referral Hospital. However, due to the baby’s…
In a significant cultural event at the Preah Srey Icanavarman Museum of Economy and Money (SOSORO), a rare 1960s painting by celebrated Cambodian artist Nhek Dim was officially donated by the family of the late Australian diplomat Robert Merrillees. The ceremony, held at the museum in Phnom Penh on March 25, symbolises the close connection between Cambodia and Australia, and underscores the importance of preserving Cambodian art history. The painting, a vivid depiction of the Cambodian landscape through a modernist lens, captures the essence of traditional life with its lush tropical scene and stilt houses. The overall effect is one…