More than a billion people across Asia and the Pacific, including many in Cambodia, still lack access to basic health services — an alarming shortfall spotlighted during the opening of the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) first INSPIRE Health Forum, held on July 7, at its headquarters in Manila. ADB president Masato Kanda announced the launch of a new regional initiative, which is aimed at accelerating progress toward Universal Health Coverage, especially in developing member countries. The newly unveiled UHC PEERS — the Universal Health Coverage Practitioners and Experts Knowledge Exchange and Resources network — will serve as a collaborative learning…
Author: Raksmey Hong
Thirty young Cambodians from diverse academic backgrounds have successfully completed the country’s first Techpreneur Bootcamp, a nine-month intensive programme designed to equip them with full stack development skills and entrepreneurial know-how. A joint initiative by DICHI Academy and the Expert Leadership Innovation Exchange Organization (ELIX), with support from the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications, the bootcamp culminated in a graduation ceremony presided over by ministry secretary of state So Visothy, alongside representatives from all participating partners. “This programme directly supports Cambodia’s national vision to accelerate digital adoption across all sectors,” said Sivhuang, managing director of DICHI Academy. “By enlarging Cambodia’s…
The much-anticipated art exhibition Melody Chivit (Melody of Life) opened on July 1 – with a grand inauguration on July 4 – at the Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra. The solo exhibition by Cambodian artist Im Pesey, whose deeply personal works explore the intersection of daily life, culture and music, attracted the attention of a who’s who of the capital’s art lovers. “I’m deeply grateful to everyone for coming to the opening of my solo exhibition,” said Pesey, as he addressed his guests. “Your presence brings so much warmth, encouragement and meaning to this celebration of Khmer art and culture. The…
Cambodia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has issued a formal clarification in response to what it described as a “misleading statement” from the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs concerning the ongoing Cambodian-Thai border disputes and the 2000 memorandum of understanding (MoU) on boundary demarcation. In a July 7 statement, the Cambodian government reaffirmed its “unwavering commitment to the peaceful settlement of border disputes”, citing adherence to international law, the UN Charter, the ASEAN Charter and the terms of the MoU signed by both nations on June 14, 2000. “Cambodia’s conduct in this matter is grounded in its good…
The Ministry of Post and Telecommunications issued a strong warning to the public today, June 7, regarding the spread of misinformation on social media, specifically the recent claims from Thailand alleging Cambodian involvement with North Korean hackers. In an official statement, the ministry categorically denied the accusations, stating that the Royal Government of Cambodia has “no connection whatsoever with North Korean hacker groups”. The ministry described the allegations as “a malicious attempt by Thailand to tarnish Cambodia’s reputation on the international stage”, and noted that similar accusations have been previously levelled. “The minsitry further revealed that, contrary to the Thai…
The Kingdom of Cambodia marked a significant milestone today, celebrating the 17th anniversary of Preah Vihear Temple’s inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage site. On the July 7 anniversary, His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni celebrated its recognition as a national cultural treasure, thanking the Cambodian people and leaders for their efforts to preserve it. Prime Minister Hun Manet also marked the occasion, emphasising the temple’s historical significance and the shared responsibility to protect Cambodia’s cultural heritage. He recalled when the grand celebrations began in full swing at Phnom Penh’s Olympic Stadium on July 8, 2008, with thousands of Cambodians gathering…
A new scholarship programme, a collaboration between Soundskool Music and the KMH Foundation, aims at expanding access to quality music education for talented young Cambodians. The partnership, announced this week, is designed to provide full scholarships for students who demonstrate musical talent but face financial constraints. The initiative covers tuition, learning materials, guided practice sessions and public performance opportunities, enabling students to develop both their musical abilities and personal confidence. “This agreement marks a significant milestone in our mission to make music education more accessible in Cambodia,” said Gabriele Faja, CEO of Soundskool. “Learning music nurtures discipline, perseverance, critical thinking…
New-appointed Thai Culture Minister, and suspended prime minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra has ordered a halt to the repatriation of 20 Cambodian artefacts that were illegally imported into Thailand. The suspension comes amid ongoing concerns about funding limitations, despite the government’s earlier intention to repatriate the cultural treasures to Cambodia, according to the Thailand’s Khaosod English. The move has drawn attention due to Paetongtarn’s current suspension as premier. Her seemingly tenuous position is compounded by legal threats related to her leaked “uncle” phone call with Cambodian Senate president Hun Sen. Her appearance at the Ministry of Culture this week marked her first…
A powerful global documentary celebrating indigenous resilience and spirituality will take centre stage in Phnom Penh this month, as part of an event honouring Cambodia’s indigenous peoples and their connections to global indigenous struggles. The film, The Eternal Song, will be screened on July 13, at the Factory Theatre in Factory Phnom Penh at 2pm. “The event, free and open to the public, is organised by four key indigenous organisations: the Cambodian Indigenous Peoples’ Organisation (CIPO), Cambodian Indigenous Women’s Association (CIWA), Cambodian Indigenous Youth Association (CIYA) and Cambodian Indigenous Peoples’ Alliance (CIPA),” explained the organisers. The documentary, directed by renowned…
In a statement issued today, Cambodian Minister of National Defence General Tea Seiha responded to remarks made by Thai deputy defence minister General Natthapon Nakpanich. The clarification followed a recent interview where Natthapon described Seiha’s willingness to engage with the Thai side, regarding the current ongoing border issues. During the interview, Natthapon mentioned that there are positive indications of progress with the border situation, as reported by The Nation Thailand. He highlighted “Seiha’s willingness to engage in discussions with the Thai defence ministry”, though he acknowledged that some issues are still being debated. Seiha addressed the issue by stating that…