The spirit of Bavaria came alive in Phnom Penh over the weekend as Oktoberfest Cambodia 2025 brought together hundreds of guests in a vibrant celebration of German culture and friendship. Held on October 24 and 25 at the Connexion Community Mall in Koh Pich, the annual festival was organised by the German Business Association (GBC) and marked another milestone in cultural and business exchange between Cambodia and Germany. The opening ceremony was presided over by Stefan Messerer, German ambassador to Cambodia, who officially opened the two-day event. “With raised beer glasses and the sound of traditional German music filling the…
Author: Raksmey Hong
An evocative tableau of Phnom Penh’s daily life is captured by artist Im Pesey: a street scene featuring an SUV, Tuk-Tuks, motorbikes and a cyclo, set against the backdrop of the iconic Royal Palace stirs a palpable longing. Across his canvases, Pesey deftly balances tradition and modernity, employing soft colours and light brushstrokes to conjure the serenity of everyday moments, the subtle passage of time and a poignant nostalgia for cherished memories. Exhibition Debut at Raffles Le Royal Fourteen of his paintings are currently being showcased at Raffles Le Royal Phnom Penh as part of the Season of the Arts:…
Chea Serey, the Governor of the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC), has voiced concerns over what she described as “damaging allegations” linking Cambodia to scam centres, emphasising that such reports should not define the Kingdom’s image. Speaking during two major forums held alongside the ASEAN Summit — the ASEAN Business and Investment Summit and the Bloomberg Business Summit at ASEAN —Serey said that while Cambodia takes the issue seriously, the narrative should not overlook the nation’s broader achievements and investment potential. “The news on scam centres in Cambodia are concerning allegations and very damaging for the country’s image. But Cambodia…
The SOSORO Museum, under the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC), hosted the launch of the revamped edition of The Khmer Pagoda, reaffirming the book’s status as a cornerstone reference for anyone interested in the architecture and painted decorations of Cambodia’s Buddhist pagodas. Presided over by NBC governor Chea Serey, the October 22 event gathered cultural, academic and government representatives to celebrate the renewed publication of this seminal work. The author, Danielle Guéret, was present at the launch, marking another milestone in her long-standing dedication to documenting Cambodia’s sacred art and architecture. First published in 2017, The Khmer Pagoda has earned…
Cambodia and Thailand have pledged to take concrete steps to de-escalate border tensions and rebuild confidence between their two nations, agreeing to withdraw heavy weapons, end hostile rhetoric and release captive soldiers, under a new peace framework signed in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday. The agreement — witnessed by US President Donald Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim — forms the heart of a joint declaration between Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and his Thai counterpart Anutin Charnvirakul, marking a significant turning point in efforts to stabilise the border and restore trust, after years of intermittent friction led to armed…
In a historic move to end months of tension and restore stability along their shared border, the Kingdom of Cambodia and the Kingdom of Thailand today, October 26, signed the Kuala Lumpur Joint Declaration, marking a new era of peace, cooperation, and regional solidarity. The signing ceremony, held in Kuala Lumpur, under the auspices of Malaysian Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, was attended by Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manetand Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, and witnessed by US President Donald Trump. The event was hailed as a diplomatic milestone for Southeast Asia, reaffirming ASEAN’s role in promoting peaceful resolution…
The Indonesian embassy in Phnom Penh is set to bring a vibrant cultural experience to Cambodia’s capital with “Phsaar Reatrei Indonesia”, a night market that will take place at Chaktomuk Walking Street in mid-November. The announcement was made by Indonesian ambassador Santo Darmosumarto, during an October 21 meeting with Phnom Penh governor Khuong Sreng. Santo said the upcoming event aims to promote Indonesia’s rich culture, culinary heritage and creativity in a setting that reflects the spirit of friendship between the peoples of Indonesia and Cambodia. “We are inspired by the inclusivity and vibrancy of Chaktomuk Walking Street,” he said. “We…
Artists Nout Daro and Thun Dina have reunited after several years to present “VARY”, a compelling new exhibition at the Rosewood Phnom Penh gallery. The collection is an intimate exploration of personal change and societal shifts, inspired by their shared reflections on childhood memories and how those foundational moments continue to shape their adult lives. The idea for the exhibition emerged from a simple conversation between the two Cambodian artists, revisiting their early experiences and comparing them to the present day. “Daro and I met up and talked about how things had changed since we were children. We compared them…
Cambodia’s musical heritage is getting a bold, modern revival as young artists breathe new life into traditional sounds. The NeoRoots Project is reimagining ancient instruments and melodies, blending them with contemporary rhythms to connect younger generations with the country’s rich cultural roots. Described by organisers as “the soul of Cambodian music”, NeoRoots was launched to ensure traditional instruments are not lost amid global trends. “We want the younger generation not to forget our ancient culture, our original culture – of our Cambodian nation,” said a project spokesperson. “It’s about refreshing our culture, making it relevant for today.” Since its inception…
The Cambodian delegation to the 151st Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Geneva has issued a formal clarification in response to reports published by The Nation Thailand, calling the coverage “false information” and “a distortion of the truth” that unfairly tarnishes Cambodia’s reputation. In an October 23 statement, the delegation expressed “considerable dismay” over the article, which alleged that Cambodia aligned with China to sideline Thailand during the drafting of an emergency resolution on transnational scams and cybercrime. The clarification comes after The Nation published several articles on the IPU event, two of which — “Wan Noor and Rangsiman reveal how…