Author: Raksmey Hong
In a world where digital crime is rapidly evolving, the battle between cybercriminals involved in fraud and money laundering and the authorities trying to stop them is intensifying. Cambodia, frequently mentioned in international crime discussions, is under scrutiny from both domestic and global organisations. Ministry of Interior spokesman Touch Sokhak has been vocal in defending the country’s stance in the fight against cybercrime and money laundering. “Crime today is very different from the past. Traditional crimes were easier to control, prevent and suppress,” he said. “In this digital age or Industry 4.0 era, even superpowers struggle to manage these complex,…
In an effort to enhance Cambodia’s tourism sector and improve service standards, the Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with agribusiness group Wilmar CLV, has announced a free bakery training course. The initiative is tailored for professionals and aspiring individuals in the tourism and hospitality sectors, offering both in-person and online learning opportunities. “The training programme is tailored for tourism employees, hospitality and travel staff, tour operators, members of the Cambodian Tourism Industry Association and students and young people interested in the industry,” according to the ministry’s announcement. The course will begin on October 11 and will run every Friday for…
A workshop highlighting the outcomes of the “Strengthen Safe Finance in Communities” project was held in Phnom Penh yesterday, on October 8. It brought together key stakeholders from Cambodia’s banking, microfinance, and financial oversight institutions. This initiative, designed to promote financial literacy and consumer protection, co-organised by the Cambodian Microfinance Association (CMA) and the Credit Bureau Cambodia Co., Ltd. (CBC), aims to make a lasting impact on local communities by equipping individuals with vital life skills for managing personal and family finances. It is hoped that the project’s emphasis on educating rural communities about their financial rights and responsibilities will…
In a potentially important step towards strengthening its presence on the global innovation stage, Cambodia has made its debut at FrancoTech, held at Station F in Paris. Showcasing 12 promising startups, the Kingdom captured the attention of visitors with cutting-edge developments across various sectors including HealthTech, AI, EdTech, FinTech and more. The display not only highlighted Cambodia’s rising profile in the tech world but also sets the stage for the country’s upcoming role as the host of the 20th Francophonie Summit, in 2026. “For the first time, Cambodia joined FrancoTech, a trade fair that promotes innovation in the Francophone world,”…