National News

15 Critically Endangered Asian Giant Softshell Turtles Released into Natural Waters in Kratie

AKP Phnom Penh, April 24, 2026 -- A total of 15 Asian giant softshell turtles, locally known as Kantheay Kbal Kongkaeb, were released into their natural habitat in Kratie province as part of ongoing conservation efforts to protect one of the world’s rarest freshwater turtle species. The...

Cambodian, Japanese Army Chiefs Pledge Stronger Defence Ties Amid Regional Shifts

AKP Phnom Penh, April 24, 2026 -- The heads of the Cambodian and Japanese armies held a video conference on Thursday to reaffirm their commitment to deepening bilateral military cooperation, officials said Friday. General Mao Sophan, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Cambodian Armed Force...

DPM Hun Many Lauds 700 Sanitation Workers & Guards for Record-Breaking Nokor Sankranta 2026 Success

AKP Phnom Penh, April 24, 2026 -- Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Civil Service H.E. Hun Many on Thursday presented donations to over 700 sanitation workers and community security guards in recognition of their efforts during the recent "Nokor Sankranta 2026" festivities in the capital....

Cambodia Approves New Roadmap to End Landmine Threat by 2030

AKP Phnom Penh, April 24, 2026 -- Cambodia has introduced a draft National Mine Action Policy for 2026-2035, setting out an ambitious roadmap to eliminate the impact of landmines and explosive remnants of war while supporting victims and advancing national development. The draft policy was app...

Progress Report: 770,000 Returnees Staying, Working in Cambodia Since May 2025

AKP Phnom Penh, April 23, 2026 -- A new progress report on intervention measures for former migrant workers returning from Thailand shows that from May 2025 to April 10, 2026, around 770,000 former workers and Cambodian citizens have continued living and working in Cambodia. According to the...

Cambodia, Estonia Vow to Bolster Digital and Diplomatic Ties as New Envoy Presents Credentials

AKP Phnom Penh, April 23, 2026 -- Cambodia and Estonia have pledged to deepen bilateral cooperation in digital governance and economic connectivity, marking a new chapter in diplomatic relations established nearly three decades ago. H.E. Dr. Chea Chanboribo, the newly appointed Ambassador of...

Japan Supports Cambodia’s Flood Protection Efforts

AKP Phnom Penh, April 23, 2026 -- The Government of Japan has provided a financial support for the Flood Protection and Drainage Improvement Project in Phnom Penh capital city. The Exchange of Notes and related Documents on Extension of Japanese Yen Loan for the said project was signed at...

Prime Minister Orders Continued Crackdown on Online Scams Without Pause

AKP Phnom Penh, April 23, 2026 -- Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet has praised and thanked competent authorities and security forces at all levels for their active efforts in combating online scam operations, noting that major results have already been achieved. At a plenary...

Cambodia Drafts New Military Service Law Covering Citizens Aged 18 to 25

AKP Phnom Penh, April 23, 2026 -- Cambodia has prepared a new draft law on military service consisting of 8 chapters and 20 articles, aimed at implementing Article 49 (new) of the Constitution of the Kingdom of Cambodia. The draft law was approved in a plenary cabinet meeting held at the Peace Pa...

Cambodian NA President Extends Condolences over Destructive Fire in Malaysia

AKP Phnom Penh, April 23, 2026 — Samdech Maha Rathsapheathikathipadei Khuon Sudary, President of the National Assembly of Cambodia, has sent a condolence message to her Malaysian counterpart over a recent massive blaze in a coastal village. “On behalf of the National Assembly of the Kingdom of...

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