Cambodia

Country Cambodia
Capital Phnom Penh
Continent Asia(Southeast Asia)
Currency Riel(KHR)
Languages Khmer

Phnom Penh

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Introduction

Most Cambodians consider themselves to be Khmers, descendants of the Angkor Empire that extended over much of Southeast Asia and reached its zenith between the 10th and 13th centuries. Attacks by the Thai and Cham (from present-day Vietnam) weakened the empire, ushering in a long period of decline. The king placed the country under French protection in 1863 and it became part of French Indochina in 1887. Following Japanese occupation in World War II, Cambodia gained full independence from France in 1953. In April 1975, after a five-year struggle, Communist Khmer Rouge forces captured Phnom Penh and evacuated all cities and towns. At least 1.5 million Cambodians died from execution, forced hardships, or starvation during the Khmer Rouge regime under POL POT. A December 1978 Vietnamese invasion drove the Khmer Rouge into the countryside, began a 10-year Vietnamese occupation, and touched off almost 13 years of civil war. The 1991 Paris Peace Accords mandated democratic elections and a ceasefire, which was not fully respected by the Khmer Rouge. UN-sponsored elections in 1993 helped restore some semblance of normalcy under a coalition government. Factional fighting in 1997 ended the first coalition government, but a second round of national elections in 1998 led to the formation of another coalition government and renewed political stability. The remaining elements of the Khmer Rouge surrendered in early 1999. Some of the surviving Khmer Rouge leaders are awaiting trial for crimes against humanity by a hybrid UN-Cambodian tribunal supported by international assistance. Elections in July 2003 were relatively peaceful, but it took one year of negotiations between contending political parties before a coalition government was formed. In October 2004, King Norodom SIHANOUK abdicated the throne and his son, Prince Norodom SIHAMONI, was selected to succeed him. Local elections were held in Cambodia in April 2007, with little of the pre-election violence that preceded prior elections. National elections in July 2008 were relatively peaceful.

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China and Cambodia agree on financing for a 94-mile canal linking the Mekong to the Gulf of Thailand - AP NewsChina and Cambodia agree on financing for a 94-mile canal linking the Mekong to the Gulf of Thailand  AP News

Fifty years after fall of Phnom Penh, history weighs on Cambodian politics - Al JazeeraFifty years after fall of Phnom Penh, history weighs on Cambodian politics  Al Jazeera

Amid tariff war, why Xi Jinping’s visit to Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia matters - The Indian ExpressAmid tariff war, why Xi Jinping’s visit to Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia matters  The Indian Express

How Does a Nation Charm China? Name a Boulevard After Xi Jinping. - The New York TimesHow Does a Nation Charm China? Name a Boulevard After Xi Jinping.  The New York Times

Cambodia welcomes Japanese navy ships to naval base that US suspects is for China's special use - theweek.inCambodia welcomes Japanese navy ships to naval base that US suspects is for China's special use  theweek.in

Xi in Cambodia: A message of 'loss and humiliation' for US amid Trump's tariff war - FirstpostXi in Cambodia: A message of 'loss and humiliation' for US amid Trump's tariff war  Firstpost

China, Cambodia vow to forge all-weather community with shared future in new era - XinhuaChina, Cambodia vow to forge all-weather community with shared future in new era  Xinhua

Xi concludes regional tour in Cambodia hailing "ironclad friendship - BBCXi concludes regional tour in Cambodia hailing "ironclad friendship  BBC

China's Xi Jinping in Cambodia amid Trump trade tensions - DWChina's Xi Jinping in Cambodia amid Trump trade tensions  DW

MSDF ships make port call at China-linked Cambodian base - The Japan TimesMSDF ships make port call at China-linked Cambodian base  The Japan Times

China, Cambodia pledge ties to safeguard security, justice on global stage - chinadailyasia.comChina, Cambodia pledge ties to safeguard security, justice on global stage  chinadailyasia.com

China’s leader ends Southeast Asia tour touting Beijing’s reliability vs. US tariff threats - AP NewsChina’s leader ends Southeast Asia tour touting Beijing’s reliability vs. US tariff threats  AP News

'Resist protectionism,' China's Xi tells Cambodia as Phnom Penh seeks loans - Reuters'Resist protectionism,' China's Xi tells Cambodia as Phnom Penh seeks loans  Reuters

Cambodia welcomes Japanese navy ships to naval base that US suspects is for China's special use - YahooCambodia welcomes Japanese navy ships to naval base that US suspects is for China's special use  Yahoo

China’s Xi Jinping, seeking to build regional ties, meets Cambodian leader - The HinduChina’s Xi Jinping, seeking to build regional ties, meets Cambodian leader  The Hindu

China’s Xi Jinping arrives in Cambodia to wrap up 3-nation Southeast Asia tour - NPRChina’s Xi Jinping arrives in Cambodia to wrap up 3-nation Southeast Asia tour  NPR

Cambodia and Lao PDR host national workshops on gender mainstreaming in flood forecasting and early warning systems - World Meteorological Organization WMOCambodia and Lao PDR host national workshops on gender mainstreaming in flood forecasting and early warning systems  World Meteorological Organization WMO

China’s leader concludes visit to Cambodia at end of 3-nation Southeast Asia tour - Daily ExcelsiorChina’s leader concludes visit to Cambodia at end of 3-nation Southeast Asia tour  Daily Excelsior

China’s Xi lauds ‘ironclad’ ties with Cambodia on final leg of Asia tour - South China Morning PostChina’s Xi lauds ‘ironclad’ ties with Cambodia on final leg of Asia tour  South China Morning Post

China's Xi visits Cambodia to strengthen bilateral ties and trade - Euronews.comChina's Xi visits Cambodia to strengthen bilateral ties and trade  Euronews.com

Cambodia’s haunted present: 50 years after Khmer Rouge’s rise, murderous legacy looms large - The ConversationCambodia’s haunted present: 50 years after Khmer Rouge’s rise, murderous legacy looms large  The Conversation

Cambodia’s Catholic Church rebuilds from the ashes of the Khmer Rouge - Catholic HeraldCambodia’s Catholic Church rebuilds from the ashes of the Khmer Rouge  Catholic Herald

US, Canada, Costa Rica, Portugal, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, and Cambodia: Here Are Best Places Travelers Go to Recharge, Here You Go - Travel And Tour WorldUS, Canada, Costa Rica, Portugal, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, and Cambodia: Here Are Best Places Travelers Go to Recharge, Here You Go  Travel And Tour World

Cambodia seeks China’s financial support as Xi visits amid US tariff war - Al JazeeraCambodia seeks China’s financial support as Xi visits amid US tariff war  Al Jazeera

China commends Cambodia when asked about Taiwanese deportation - ReutersChina commends Cambodia when asked about Taiwanese deportation  Reuters

China’s leader Xi Jinping holds talks in Cambodia to wrap up his 3-nation Southeast Asia tour - AP NewsChina’s leader Xi Jinping holds talks in Cambodia to wrap up his 3-nation Southeast Asia tour  AP News

Cambodia and China commit to canal megaproject - Bangkok PostCambodia and China commit to canal megaproject  Bangkok Post

Cambodia’s Descent Into a Death Spiral: Fifty Years On - Council on Foreign RelationsCambodia’s Descent Into a Death Spiral: Fifty Years On  Council on Foreign Relations

Xi Jinping calls Cambodia 'priority in neighborhood diplomacy' - Nikkei AsiaXi Jinping calls Cambodia 'priority in neighborhood diplomacy'  Nikkei Asia

Japan defense vessels stop at China-funded naval base in Cambodia - Kyodo News+ | Japan's leading news agency.Japan defense vessels stop at China-funded naval base in Cambodia  Kyodo News+ | Japan's leading news agency.

China, Cambodia set cooperation model for nations of different sizes: Xi - Global TimesChina, Cambodia set cooperation model for nations of different sizes: Xi  Global Times

Japanese Warships Dock at Cambodia’s Chinese-Renovated Naval Base - The China-Global South ProjectJapanese Warships Dock at Cambodia’s Chinese-Renovated Naval Base  The China-Global South Project

Cambodia Is Still Haunted by the Legacy of the Khmer Rouge - JacobinCambodia Is Still Haunted by the Legacy of the Khmer Rouge  Jacobin

President Xi's Southeast Asia moment: A new chapter in China-Cambodia relations - news.cgtn.comPresident Xi's Southeast Asia moment: A new chapter in China-Cambodia relations  news.cgtn.com

China won’t rescue Cambodia from Trump’s tariffs - Asia TimesChina won’t rescue Cambodia from Trump’s tariffs  Asia Times

Thai PM Paetongtarn to visit Cambodia - Bangkok PostThai PM Paetongtarn to visit Cambodia  Bangkok Post

China-Cambodia trade hits record high in Q1 amid deepening economic ties - Global TimesChina-Cambodia trade hits record high in Q1 amid deepening economic ties  Global Times

Moments in Motion | Highlights of President Xi's state visit to Cambodia - XinhuaMoments in Motion | Highlights of President Xi's state visit to Cambodia  Xinhua

Cambodia: 2 Japanese warships dock at Chinese-renovated base - South China Morning PostCambodia: 2 Japanese warships dock at Chinese-renovated base  South China Morning Post

Jiangsu gears up for Fish and Rice Corridor in Cambodia - China DailyJiangsu gears up for Fish and Rice Corridor in Cambodia  China Daily

High-level meeting opens new chapter of China-Cambodia cooperation: chamber head - Global TimesHigh-level meeting opens new chapter of China-Cambodia cooperation: chamber head  Global Times

Xi Jinping Declares China’s ‘New Era’ With Cambodia - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineXi Jinping Declares China’s ‘New Era’ With Cambodia  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Japanese warships will be the first to visit a Cambodian port where China funded upgrades - AP NewsJapanese warships will be the first to visit a Cambodian port where China funded upgrades  AP News

Access Asia - Killing fields, 50 years on: How the Khmer Rouge's legacy still divides Cambodia - France 24Access Asia - Killing fields, 50 years on: How the Khmer Rouge's legacy still divides Cambodia  France 24

Vietnam Is Running Out of Sand to Fuel an Economic Boom - BloombergVietnam Is Running Out of Sand to Fuel an Economic Boom  Bloomberg

Xi concludes Cambodia visit, ends three-nation tour - Taipei TimesXi concludes Cambodia visit, ends three-nation tour  Taipei Times

50 years ago, the Khmer Rouge began its reign of terror in Cambodia. Justice remains elusive - CBC50 years ago, the Khmer Rouge began its reign of terror in Cambodia. Justice remains elusive  CBC

Q&A: Patrick Heuveline on the Khmer Rouge’s long-term impact on Cambodia - Newsroom | UCLAQ&A: Patrick Heuveline on the Khmer Rouge’s long-term impact on Cambodia  Newsroom | UCLA

GLOBALink | Cambodian diplomat speaks highly of China's healthcare system - XinhuaGLOBALink | Cambodian diplomat speaks highly of China's healthcare system  Xinhua

Video: Indian Woman Claims She Was Denied Entry In Cambodia For "Racist Reasons" - NDTVVideo: Indian Woman Claims She Was Denied Entry In Cambodia For "Racist Reasons"  NDTV

Q&A: How Cambodia is reimagining education amid climate change - UNESCOQ&A: How Cambodia is reimagining education amid climate change  UNESCO

GLOBALink | Cambodia-China ties will set example for bilateral relations: Cambodian researcher - XinhuaGLOBALink | Cambodia-China ties will set example for bilateral relations: Cambodian researcher  Xinhua

Cambodia’s Environmental Protection Strategic Plan 2024-2028: A Step Toward Sustainability - IUCNCambodia’s Environmental Protection Strategic Plan 2024-2028: A Step Toward Sustainability  IUCN

China, Cambodia reaffirm commitment to multilateral trading system - news.cgtn.comChina, Cambodia reaffirm commitment to multilateral trading system  news.cgtn.com

Xi visits Cambodia on his Southeast Asia tour - Taipei TimesXi visits Cambodia on his Southeast Asia tour  Taipei Times

Xi arrives in Phnom Penh for state visit to Cambodia, warmly welcomed by locals - Global TimesXi arrives in Phnom Penh for state visit to Cambodia, warmly welcomed by locals  Global Times

We Talk: Cambodian residents say President Xi Jinping's visit crucial to bilateral relations - news.cgtn.comWe Talk: Cambodian residents say President Xi Jinping's visit crucial to bilateral relations  news.cgtn.com

Cambodia reports third fatal human H5N1 case of the year - CIDRAPCambodia reports third fatal human H5N1 case of the year  CIDRAP

Thai Resort Island at the Center of a Simmering Territorial Dispute With Cambodia - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThai Resort Island at the Center of a Simmering Territorial Dispute With Cambodia  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Very hot, humid weather forecast for Cambodia, with some rain - Khmer TimesVery hot, humid weather forecast for Cambodia, with some rain  Khmer Times

Paetongtarn to make official visit to Cambodia on Wednesday - The StarPaetongtarn to make official visit to Cambodia on Wednesday  The Star

Taiwan bashes Cambodia for sending Taiwanese fraud suspects to China - Focus TaiwanTaiwan bashes Cambodia for sending Taiwanese fraud suspects to China  Focus Taiwan

Cambodia welcomes Japanese navy ships to naval base that US suspects is for China's special use - MSNCambodia welcomes Japanese navy ships to naval base that US suspects is for China's special use  MSN

Is Cambodia serious about ending organized cyberscams? - DWIs Cambodia serious about ending organized cyberscams?  DW

China’s Xi Jinping arrives in Cambodia for state visit - The Straits TimesChina’s Xi Jinping arrives in Cambodia for state visit  The Straits Times

China, Cambodia pledge cooperation to safeguard security and justice on the global stage - Khmer TimesChina, Cambodia pledge cooperation to safeguard security and justice on the global stage  Khmer Times

Strengthening Cambodia's future: Advancing fair and effective labour dispute resolution for sustainable growth - Phnom Penh PostStrengthening Cambodia's future: Advancing fair and effective labour dispute resolution for sustainable growth  Phnom Penh Post

1 in 5 Cambodian adults are at risk of stroke as noncommunicable disease risks increase - World Health Organization (WHO)1 in 5 Cambodian adults are at risk of stroke as noncommunicable disease risks increase  World Health Organization (WHO)

10 more Filipinos repatriated from Cambodia - Philippine News Agency10 more Filipinos repatriated from Cambodia  Philippine News Agency

Study of coronavirus diversity in wildlife in Northern Cambodia suggests continuous circulation of SARS-CoV-2-related viruses in bats - NatureStudy of coronavirus diversity in wildlife in Northern Cambodia suggests continuous circulation of SARS-CoV-2-related viruses in bats  Nature

Cambodia hit with highest Trump tariff but manufacturing 'absolutely not' coming back to U.S., trade group says - CNBCCambodia hit with highest Trump tariff but manufacturing 'absolutely not' coming back to U.S., trade group says  CNBC

ADB President Backs Cambodia’s Economic Diversification and People-Centered Development - Asian Development BankADB President Backs Cambodia’s Economic Diversification and People-Centered Development  Asian Development Bank

Xi Jinping visits Vietnam, Cambodia and Malaysia to shore up support in Asia amid US trade war - Australian Broadcasting CorporationXi Jinping visits Vietnam, Cambodia and Malaysia to shore up support in Asia amid US trade war  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Cambodian residents say Xi's state visit crucial to bilateral relations - ????Cambodian residents say Xi's state visit crucial to bilateral relations  ????

Chinese Ambassador: US-China Trade Tensions harm Developing Nations; President Xi urges investment in Cambodia & expanded market access - Khmer TimesChinese Ambassador: US-China Trade Tensions harm Developing Nations; President Xi urges investment in Cambodia & expanded market access  Khmer Times

Cambodia’s sustained progress in improving maternal, newborn and child health - World Health Organization (WHO)Cambodia’s sustained progress in improving maternal, newborn and child health  World Health Organization (WHO)

New project will enhance Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems in Cambodia and Lao People's Democratic Republic - World Meteorological Organization WMONew project will enhance Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems in Cambodia and Lao People's Democratic Republic  World Meteorological Organization WMO

Taiwan says Cambodia deported its nationals to China after fraud arrests - Radio Free AsiaTaiwan says Cambodia deported its nationals to China after fraud arrests  Radio Free Asia

Beyond health: How Cambodia's multi-sectoral efforts combat tobacco use - World Health Organization (WHO)Beyond health: How Cambodia's multi-sectoral efforts combat tobacco use  World Health Organization (WHO)

Cambodia welcomes Japanese navy ships to naval base that US suspects is for China's special use - The IndependentCambodia welcomes Japanese navy ships to naval base that US suspects is for China's special use  The Independent

Japanese warships dock at Cambodia's Chinese-renovated naval base - RFIJapanese warships dock at Cambodia's Chinese-renovated naval base  RFI

2 MSDF Ships Visit China-Linked Cambodian Naval Base - nippon.com2 MSDF Ships Visit China-Linked Cambodian Naval Base  nippon.com

Chinese film week launched in Phnom Penh, Cambodia-China film cooperation enhanced - Khmer TimesChinese film week launched in Phnom Penh, Cambodia-China film cooperation enhanced  Khmer Times

Inside Cambodia’s Political Doomsday Sect - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineInside Cambodia’s Political Doomsday Sect  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

We fled Cambodia in 1975. We can't believe what we're seeing | Op-Ed - The Seattle TimesWe fled Cambodia in 1975. We can't believe what we're seeing | Op-Ed  The Seattle Times

Siamese crocodile release into the wild marks conservation milestone in Cambodia - MongabaySiamese crocodile release into the wild marks conservation milestone in Cambodia  Mongabay

Xi says looking forward to cementing friendship, promoting cooperation with Cambodia - XinhuaXi says looking forward to cementing friendship, promoting cooperation with Cambodia  Xinhua

Japan’s MSDF vessels make a port call at the Cambodian base - Khmer TimesJapan’s MSDF vessels make a port call at the Cambodian base  Khmer Times

IFC Regional Vice President Meets with Key Partners in Cambodia - International Finance Corporation (IFC)IFC Regional Vice President Meets with Key Partners in Cambodia  International Finance Corporation (IFC)

Ambassador: Discussions are underway regarding potential railway link connecting Cambodia directly to China (VIDEO) - Khmer TimesAmbassador: Discussions are underway regarding potential railway link connecting Cambodia directly to China (VIDEO)  Khmer Times

"Classics Quoted by Xi Jinping" aired on TV in Cambodia - People's Daily"Classics Quoted by Xi Jinping" aired on TV in Cambodia  People's Daily

2025 News items - Members consider trade agreements involving Australia, Cambodia, China, India, Nicaragua - World Trade Organization2025 News items - Members consider trade agreements involving Australia, Cambodia, China, India, Nicaragua  World Trade Organization

5 Foraging Expeditions for the Ultimate Culinary Adventure, From Cambodia to Sweden - Robb Report5 Foraging Expeditions for the Ultimate Culinary Adventure, From Cambodia to Sweden  Robb Report

Cambodia, China sign $1.2 billion deal for Funan Techo Canal project - Khmer TimesCambodia, China sign $1.2 billion deal for Funan Techo Canal project  Khmer Times

Malaysian army chief visits Cambodia to bolster military cooperation - Khmer TimesMalaysian army chief visits Cambodia to bolster military cooperation  Khmer Times

Amidst Khmer New Year festivities, Cambodia hugs old friend from China - Borneo Post OnlineAmidst Khmer New Year festivities, Cambodia hugs old friend from China  Borneo Post Online

Feature: Amidst Khmer New Year festivities, Cambodia hugs old friend from China - People's DailyFeature: Amidst Khmer New Year festivities, Cambodia hugs old friend from China  People's Daily

UNESCO releases Cambodia’s first information needs assessment for persons with disabilities - UNESCOUNESCO releases Cambodia’s first information needs assessment for persons with disabilities  UNESCO

Inside Cambodia's Royal Palace - news.cgtn.comInside Cambodia's Royal Palace  news.cgtn.com

Japanese warships dock at Cambodia's Chinese-renovated naval base - Caledonian RecordJapanese warships dock at Cambodia's Chinese-renovated naval base  Caledonian Record