Minister of Interior Sar Sokha has instructed the General Department of Immigration to identify ways to further tighten the management of foreign nationals, building on existing mechanisms, with Cambodia denying entry to more than 1,000 individuals and deported many others in the first nine months of the year. The directive was issued last week during a meeting with police officers from the immigration department, focusing on Phnom Penh and the provinces of Preah Sihanouk, Siem Reap, Svay Rieng and Banteay Meanchey. According to the department, Sokha also “advised the strengthening … of the duty to report the presence of foreign…
Author: Niem Chheng
Ly Thuch, first vice-president of the Cambodian Mine Action Authority (CMAA), has requested that the US continue to provide support for clearing landmines and explosive remnants of war (ERW), while noting that demining work remains Cambodia’s highest humanitarian priority. The request was made during a November 5 meeting with Bridgette L. Walker, Chargé d’Affaires of the US embassy in Cambodia. Following the meeting, a CMAA statement explained that Thuch had discussed Cambodia’s ongoing efforts, in collaboration with friendly nations and development partners, to address the issue of landmines, unexploded remnants from past wars and ongoing victim assistance. He acknowledged that…
Private educational institutions, at both the primary and secondary levels, have announced that they will not increase tuition fees for the upcoming academic year. The decision comes as the country has seen an increase in youth enrolment in vocational and technical training programmes, following the recent high school exam results last week. In response to a request from Prime Minister Hun Manet, the Cambodian Higher Education Association (CHEA) – comprising 141 member institutions – and the Federation of Educational Services in Cambodia (FESC) – which represents 120 private schools – agreed to maintain current tuition fees. They are also considering…
Senate president Hun Sen made it clear that Ly Samet, also known as “Kru Mea”, will not escape accountability for his crimes simply by offering a public apology. The one-time advisor to the former PM is accused of using Hun Sen’s name to defraud people of millions of dollars. Hun Sen’s statement followed a video which Samet released today. He has been in hiding since the accusations were first levelled against him in early October. In the clip, he admitted to his wrongdoing. He confessed to misusing Hun Sen’s name to deceive others, before requesting time to recuperate before surrendering…
A traditional Kathin procession, which was initiated by Prime Minister Hun Manet, is expected to arrive at Wat Pothikiri Vongsa Ram, also called Wat Svay Siem Thmey, in Tra Vinh Province (formerly Preah Trapeang), South Vietnam, this afternoon. The ceremony marks the first government-organised Kathin ceremony to the region since 1949, reflecting the growing unity among Khmer people, said historians. Kathin is a Buddhist festival that comes at the end of the rainy season. Traditionally, Theravada Buddhist monks spend the rainy season in retreat at their pagodas and this festival marks the end of that period. This event, named the…
Prime Minister Hun Manet has reaffirmed the Cambodian government’s commitment to advancing the education sector. He explained that it aims to do so through policies and strategies which improve public education services with efficiency, good governance and accountability to the public and local communities. As schools across the Kingdom began the new academic year today, the prime minister extended his encouragement for schools to maintain a strong sense of responsibility, especially in teaching and learning activities. He emphasised the need for positive educational outcomes, with a focus on instilling discipline, respect and ethics that align with Cambodian values. To support…
The Cambodian government has pledged to use nearly $27 million raised through the Border Infrastructure Development Fund with transparency and accountability, ensuring that donors can monitor how the funds are being used. The announcement follows the recent conclusion of the fund’s collection on October 31. This fund was initiated by Prime Minister Hun Manet in response to concerns raised by some Cambodian citizens regarding the country’s participation in the Cambodia-Laos-Vietnam Development Triangle Area (CLV-DTA) project, from which the government recently withdrew. Between August 26 and October 31, over 720,000 people, both within Cambodia and abroad, contributed $26,967,609 to the fund.…
Similar to other tourism markets, the number of South Korean tourists in Cambodia remains below pre-Covid-19 levels due to various factors. According to data from the Ministry of Tourism, the country received 132,286 Korean tourists between January and August, a 14.6% increase compared to the same period last year. In 2019, there were 254,847 Korean tourists, placing Korea as the fourth largest source market after China, Vietnam, Thailand and Laos. The Post’s reporter Niem Chheng sat down with Seam Sokkheng, president of the Korean Language Tourist Guide Association in Cambodia, to gain insights into the market, especially with recent coverage…
King Norodom Sihamoni has issued a new Royal Decree concerning the title of Oknha, introducing revisions to the previous regulation. Analysts view it as a vital document for regulating individuals who receive this high honorary title. Dated October 23, the decree stipulates that the title of Oknha is awarded to “Khmer citizens” with significant contributions to national development and infrastructure. The three tiers of the title include Lok Neak Oknha, Neak Oknha and Oknha. Eligibility criteria for the title include contributions such as financial donations, personal property, resources for social or humanitarian work or significant contributions to infrastructure like roads,…