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Foreign Exchange Rates in Cambodia

AKP Phnom Penh, January 20, 2026--The following are the foreign exchange rates against the Riel (Cambodian Currency) released by the National Bank, January 20, 2026--

Cambodian Senior Minister Calls for National Unity Amid Border Security Concerns

AKP Phnom Penh, January 20, 2026 -- Senior Minister H.E. Dr. Ly Thuch on Monday called for national solidarity and public confidence in the Cambodian Royal Government’s efforts to safeguard national sovereignty following incursions by Thai troops. Speaking at a public safety event in Battamban...

Cambodia Launches Major Recovery and Mine-Clearing Operation in Border Regions

AKP Phnom Penh, January 20, 2026 -- Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet has mobilised a specialised task force to spearhead reconstruction and demining efforts in border provinces following recent Thai military incursions. The task force, formally established on Dec...

Cambodian and Serbian Envoys to South Korea Pledge Cooperation in Seoul Meeting

AKP Phnom Penh, January 20, 2026 -- The Ambassadors of Cambodia and Serbia to the Republic of Korea met on Monday to strengthen bilateral ties and coordinate diplomatic efforts within their respective missions in Seoul. In a formal meeting held at the Serbian Embassy, Cambodian Ambassador H.E....

IFC, MISTI Explore GFT Sector Transformation, Stronger MSME Linkages

AKP Phnom Penh, January 20, 2026 -- Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation H.E. Hem Vanndy has met with a delegation from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), led by Ms. Towfiqua Hoque, IFC Resident Representative to Cambodia, to discuss the transformation of Cambodia’...

Cambodia’s State News Agency Reports Record Readership and Digital Pivot

AKP Phnom Penh, January 19, 2026 — Cambodia’s state-run news agency, Agence Kampuchea Presse (AKP), has seen a significant surge in audience trust and digital engagement, reaching a record 3.7 million website views as it pivots toward AI integration and expanded foreign language services. Speakin...

Cambodia to Host 6th Commune/Sangkat Council Election in June Next Year

AKP Phnom Penh, January 19, 2026 -- The Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) has announced the specific date for the Commune/Sangkat Council Election of the 6th mandate. According to the RGC’s decision signed by Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet on Jan. 19, the 6th Commune/Sa...

Skills Voucher Programme Launched, Adding New Benefit for Informal Economy

AKP Phnom Penh, January 19, 2026 -- The Royal Government of Cambodia today launched the Skills Voucher Programme, aimed at strengthening skills development, expanding opportunities, and increasing income for the Cambodian workforce, including those in the informal economy. The launching...

Cambodia Reaffirms ‘Safe, Secure, and Stable’ Tourism Destination

AKP Phnom Penh, January 19, 2026 -- The Ministry of Tourism (MoT) has reaffirmed that the Kingdom of Cambodia remains a safe, secure, and stable tourism destination for both national and international tourists. The reaffirmation was made in the Notice of Response to Cambodia Travel Advi...

Plastic Recycling Factory Breaks Ground in Pursat Province

AKP Phnom Penh, January 19, 2026 -- Hong Kong-based A1 Plastics firm broke ground on Jan. 19 a US$29-million polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastics recycling factory at the Special Economic Zone in Krakor district, Pursat province. The event was presided over by H.E. Keo Rottanak, Minister...

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