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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Chinese navy ships make 'friendship visit' to Cambodia as concerns over military links linger - The New Indian ExpressChinese navy ships make 'friendship visit' to Cambodia as concerns over military links linger  The New Indian Express

Cambodia is Beginning to Feel the Economic Costs of the Border Conflict With Thailand - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineCambodia is Beginning to Feel the Economic Costs of the Border Conflict With Thailand  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

'Largest Hindu kingdom was in Cambodia': Ex-Singapore diplomat urges India to deepen ties with ASEAN - Business Today'Largest Hindu kingdom was in Cambodia': Ex-Singapore diplomat urges India to deepen ties with ASEAN  Business Today

Globe Teleservices Signs A2P Firewall Partnership with Cellcard Cambodia - The Wire IndiaGlobe Teleservices Signs A2P Firewall Partnership with Cellcard Cambodia  The Wire India

China maintains a fair, impartial stance on Cambodia-Thailand border conflict, actively promotes peace, dialogue: FM - Global TimesChina maintains a fair, impartial stance on Cambodia-Thailand border conflict, actively promotes peace, dialogue: FM  Global Times

UNITED NEWS OF INDIA - UNITED NEWS OF INDIAUNITED NEWS OF INDIA  UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

ADB’s $82.5 Million Reform Program to Accelerate Cambodia’s Energy Transition - Asian Development BankADB’s $82.5 Million Reform Program to Accelerate Cambodia’s Energy Transition  Asian Development Bank

Globe Teleservices Signs A2P Firewall Partnership with Cellcard Cambodia - Press Trust of IndiaGlobe Teleservices Signs A2P Firewall Partnership with Cellcard Cambodia  Press Trust of India

Thailand’s new PM vows to tackle Cambodia border conflict, economic woes - Al JazeeraThailand’s new PM vows to tackle Cambodia border conflict, economic woes  Al Jazeera

Thai police fire tear gas at Cambodian protesters at a disputed border village - ReutersThai police fire tear gas at Cambodian protesters at a disputed border village  Reuters

Korean college student kidnapped and killed in Cambodia after alleged torture - The Korea TimesKorean college student kidnapped and killed in Cambodia after alleged torture  The Korea Times

South Korean student kidnapped, tortured to death on holiday in Cambodia - South China Morning PostSouth Korean student kidnapped, tortured to death on holiday in Cambodia  South China Morning Post

South Koreans Kidnapped in Cambodia Surge to 330, Prompting Warnings - ????South Koreans Kidnapped in Cambodia Surge to 330, Prompting Warnings  ????

Cambodia promotes Muslim-friendly tourism with festival - ucanews.comCambodia promotes Muslim-friendly tourism with festival  ucanews.com

Thai Minister Seeks Peaceful Path with Cambodia, Sets Four Conditions for Talks - Nation ThailandThai Minister Seeks Peaceful Path with Cambodia, Sets Four Conditions for Talks  Nation Thailand

Canada, Portugal, Germany, Spain, Norway, Georgia, India, Lithuania and Cambodia Are Among the Top Destinations Offering Significant Price Reductions, Making Travel More Affordable for British Tourists in 2026 - Travel And Tour WorldCanada, Portugal, Germany, Spain, Norway, Georgia, India, Lithuania and Cambodia Are Among the Top Destinations Offering Significant Price Reductions, Making Travel More Affordable for British Tourists in 2026  Travel And Tour World

Thailand Says Cambodia’s Moves Are Key for Peace, Not Trump’s Mediation - Bloomberg.comThailand Says Cambodia’s Moves Are Key for Peace, Not Trump’s Mediation  Bloomberg.com

Cambodia: Insurance premiums up 9.24% - Asia Insurance ReviewCambodia: Insurance premiums up 9.24%  Asia Insurance Review

Thai Air Force Chief warns of readiness as Cambodian troops and civilians gather along Prey Chan border - Nation ThailandThai Air Force Chief warns of readiness as Cambodian troops and civilians gather along Prey Chan border  Nation Thailand

Muslim Friendly Tourism Forum in Cambodia of this Year Highlights its Halal Tourism, Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Travel - Travel And Tour WorldMuslim Friendly Tourism Forum in Cambodia of this Year Highlights its Halal Tourism, Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Travel  Travel And Tour World

Cambodia asks Thailand to suspend mine clearance at border villages - Nation ThailandCambodia asks Thailand to suspend mine clearance at border villages  Nation Thailand

Cambodia’s Aviation Revolution: AirAsia, Cambodia Airways, IndiGo, and Cambodia Angkor Air Launch Game-Changing Routes to Japan, India, Malaysia, and Vietnam in 2026! - Travel And Tour WorldCambodia’s Aviation Revolution: AirAsia, Cambodia Airways, IndiGo, and Cambodia Angkor Air Launch Game-Changing Routes to Japan, India, Malaysia, and Vietnam in 2026!  Travel And Tour World

PM, NSC reaffirm Thailand’s four-point stance for Cambodia to follow - Nation ThailandPM, NSC reaffirm Thailand’s four-point stance for Cambodia to follow  Nation Thailand

Wat Unnalom Temple to Become a Model for Religious Tourism Growth, Enhancing Cultural and Spiritual Experiences in Cambodia - Travel And Tour WorldWat Unnalom Temple to Become a Model for Religious Tourism Growth, Enhancing Cultural and Spiritual Experiences in Cambodia  Travel And Tour World

Cambodia - Scaling up integrated rice straw management for reducing black carbon emissions - Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)Cambodia - Scaling up integrated rice straw management for reducing black carbon emissions  Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)

Cambodia seeking dollar independence with digital technology - Nikkei AsiaCambodia seeking dollar independence with digital technology  Nikkei Asia

Flying To Cambodia Just Got Better. What Indians Should Know About The New Techo International Airport - NDTVFlying To Cambodia Just Got Better. What Indians Should Know About The New Techo International Airport  NDTV

Chinese navy ships make a friendship visit to Cambodia as concerns over military links linger - The IndependentChinese navy ships make a friendship visit to Cambodia as concerns over military links linger  The Independent

ASEAN Summit: Trump’s Nobel Peace Prize bid takes centre stage - Nation ThailandASEAN Summit: Trump’s Nobel Peace Prize bid takes centre stage  Nation Thailand

Vietnamese community in Cambodia joins hands to support flood victims at home - Nhan Dan OnlineVietnamese community in Cambodia joins hands to support flood victims at home  Nhan Dan Online

Anutin to notify Trump, urging Cambodia to comply with Thai conditions - Nation ThailandAnutin to notify Trump, urging Cambodia to comply with Thai conditions  Nation Thailand

Four jackals killed after biting villagers in Cambodia’s Battambang - Asia News NetworkFour jackals killed after biting villagers in Cambodia’s Battambang  Asia News Network

Debt Traps: Predatory Microfinance Loans and Exploitation of Cambodia’s Indigenous Peoples | HRW - Human Rights WatchDebt Traps: Predatory Microfinance Loans and Exploitation of Cambodia’s Indigenous Peoples | HRW  Human Rights Watch

Trump wants Thai-Cambodian peace deal photo op at Asean summit for Nobel reasons - South China Morning PostTrump wants Thai-Cambodian peace deal photo op at Asean summit for Nobel reasons  South China Morning Post

Thai chef dies in Cambodia after being refused hospital care for lack of documents - Nation ThailandThai chef dies in Cambodia after being refused hospital care for lack of documents  Nation Thailand

Cambodia – Strengthening the enforcement of vehicle emissions regulations and Euro 6 implementation planning - Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)Cambodia – Strengthening the enforcement of vehicle emissions regulations and Euro 6 implementation planning  Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)

Cambodian crowd nears Ban Nong Ya Kaew; Thai troops poised for mine clearance - Nation ThailandCambodian crowd nears Ban Nong Ya Kaew; Thai troops poised for mine clearance  Nation Thailand

Clean Energy Week 2025 Concludes with a Celebration of Cambodia’s Sustainable Future - CambodianessClean Energy Week 2025 Concludes with a Celebration of Cambodia’s Sustainable Future  Cambodianess

Cambodia boosts fruit and crop exports by 30% - FreshPlazaCambodia boosts fruit and crop exports by 30%  FreshPlaza

Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, Cambodia, and Vietnam are Top Destinations for Solo Travelers in Southeast Asia - Travel And Tour WorldMalaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, Cambodia, and Vietnam are Top Destinations for Solo Travelers in Southeast Asia  Travel And Tour World

Deadline to evacuate Cambodian settlers in Sa Kaeo reaches; security forces prepare to clear mines - Nation ThailandDeadline to evacuate Cambodian settlers in Sa Kaeo reaches; security forces prepare to clear mines  Nation Thailand

Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Cambodia and Indonesia Offer the Best Solo Travel Destinations for an Unforgettable Adventure - Travel And Tour WorldThailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Cambodia and Indonesia Offer the Best Solo Travel Destinations for an Unforgettable Adventure  Travel And Tour World

Cambodia and Turkiye to Boost Transport and Trade - CambodianessCambodia and Turkiye to Boost Transport and Trade  Cambodianess

Storm Bualoi Brings Widespread Floods to Cambodia, Displacing Thousands - ucanews.comStorm Bualoi Brings Widespread Floods to Cambodia, Displacing Thousands  ucanews.com

Cambodia, Dominica agree to strengthen bilateral ties for mutual benefit - XinhuaCambodia, Dominica agree to strengthen bilateral ties for mutual benefit  Xinhua

Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Oct 10, 2025 - ASEAN - BERNAMATop News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Oct 10, 2025  ASEAN - BERNAMA

Thai forces fire rubber bullets, tear gas in clash with Cambodian villagers - Al JazeeraThai forces fire rubber bullets, tear gas in clash with Cambodian villagers  Al Jazeera

Thailand & Cambodia Reach Consensus On Ceasefire Details, Pledge Not To Increase Forces - NewsonairThailand & Cambodia Reach Consensus On Ceasefire Details, Pledge Not To Increase Forces  Newsonair

A New Kind of Island Luxury Arrives on Cambodia’s Koh Russey - BusinessToday MalaysiaA New Kind of Island Luxury Arrives on Cambodia’s Koh Russey  BusinessToday Malaysia

Family of student who was tortured and killed in Cambodia unable to repatriate body - Korea JoongAng DailyFamily of student who was tortured and killed in Cambodia unable to repatriate body  Korea JoongAng Daily

India issues advisory for citizens in Cambodia amidst border clashes - The HinduIndia issues advisory for citizens in Cambodia amidst border clashes  The Hindu

Clearing the path: Norway helps Cambodia move one step closer to a mine-free future - ScandasiaClearing the path: Norway helps Cambodia move one step closer to a mine-free future  Scandasia

Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia reaffirms support for sovereignty and development - Nation ThailandChinese Ambassador to Cambodia reaffirms support for sovereignty and development  Nation Thailand

Thai 2nd Army reports Cambodian drones, trucks at border; ICRC visits POWs - Nation ThailandThai 2nd Army reports Cambodian drones, trucks at border; ICRC visits POWs  Nation Thailand

Humanitarian Response Report: Displacement Crisis Caused by the Cambodia–Thailand Border Conflict (June–September 2025) - ReliefWebHumanitarian Response Report: Displacement Crisis Caused by the Cambodia–Thailand Border Conflict (June–September 2025)  ReliefWeb

Globe Teleservices Signs A2P Firewall Partnership with Cellcard Cambodia - ThePrintGlobe Teleservices Signs A2P Firewall Partnership with Cellcard Cambodia  ThePrint

Cambodia Takes Lead in Women-Controlled HIV Prevention - CambodianessCambodia Takes Lead in Women-Controlled HIV Prevention  Cambodianess

Foreign Ministry orders probe into Thai chef's death in Cambodia after alleged hospital refusal - Nation ThailandForeign Ministry orders probe into Thai chef's death in Cambodia after alleged hospital refusal  Nation Thailand

New World Bank Support to Improve Education and Learning for Young Children in Cambodia - World BankNew World Bank Support to Improve Education and Learning for Young Children in Cambodia  World Bank

2nd Army Area reports Cambodia ramps up tank drills and base adjustments - Nation Thailand2nd Army Area reports Cambodia ramps up tank drills and base adjustments  Nation Thailand

Cambodia: Microfinance Lending Harming Indigenous Groups - Human Rights WatchCambodia: Microfinance Lending Harming Indigenous Groups  Human Rights Watch

Cambodia Highlights Muslim Cultural Heritage To Boost Tourism - bernamaCambodia Highlights Muslim Cultural Heritage To Boost Tourism  bernama

Thailand-Cambodia clash: Airstrikes kill at least 15 in deadly escalation over disputed border - The HinduThailand-Cambodia clash: Airstrikes kill at least 15 in deadly escalation over disputed border  The Hindu

Trump’s attendance at ASEAN Summit hinges on Cambodia–Thailand peace deal - bne IntelliNewsTrump’s attendance at ASEAN Summit hinges on Cambodia–Thailand peace deal  bne IntelliNews

Chinese navy ships make a friendship visit to Cambodia as concerns over military links linger - Ottumwa CourierChinese navy ships make a friendship visit to Cambodia as concerns over military links linger  Ottumwa Courier

Thai First Army Area issues urgent letter to Cambodia for unexploded ordnance disposal - Asia News NetworkThai First Army Area issues urgent letter to Cambodia for unexploded ordnance disposal  Asia News Network

Officials Meet Ahead of Border Committee Talks - CambodianessOfficials Meet Ahead of Border Committee Talks  Cambodianess

KPMG in Cambodia Launches GCR Roadshow 2025 to Empower Regional Investors with Strategic Insights - Cambodia Investment ReviewKPMG in Cambodia Launches GCR Roadshow 2025 to Empower Regional Investors with Strategic Insights  Cambodia Investment Review

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Cambodia - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Cambodia  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Cambodia, Dominica vow to expand economic ties - Khmer TimesCambodia, Dominica vow to expand economic ties  Khmer Times

Cambodian Forum Promotes Partnerships for Regenerative Agriculture and a Sustainable Future - Cambodia Investment ReviewCambodian Forum Promotes Partnerships for Regenerative Agriculture and a Sustainable Future  Cambodia Investment Review

‘Octobookfest’ sharing visions of Cambodia in print - Asia News Network‘Octobookfest’ sharing visions of Cambodia in print  Asia News Network

Reimagining Cambodia’s Family Book: Equal Recognition for Both Parents - CambodianessReimagining Cambodia’s Family Book: Equal Recognition for Both Parents  Cambodianess

Thailand says Cambodia’s moves are key for peace, not Trump’s mediation - The Straits TimesThailand says Cambodia’s moves are key for peace, not Trump’s mediation  The Straits Times

Thailand, Cambodia agree to ceasefire talks after Donald Trump steps in, but border clashes persist - The HinduThailand, Cambodia agree to ceasefire talks after Donald Trump steps in, but border clashes persist  The Hindu

Cambodia Pushes for Regenerative Farming Amid Rising Climate Threats - KiripostCambodia Pushes for Regenerative Farming Amid Rising Climate Threats  Kiripost

Anutin says Trump must convince Cambodia to stop intimidating Thailand before peace talks - Nation ThailandAnutin says Trump must convince Cambodia to stop intimidating Thailand before peace talks  Nation Thailand

Cambodia, Dominica Pledge to Deepen Relations - CambodianessCambodia, Dominica Pledge to Deepen Relations  Cambodianess

INDIAN NAVY'S FIRST TRAINING SQUADRON ARRIVES AT SIHANOUKVILLE, CAMBODIA - PIBINDIAN NAVY'S FIRST TRAINING SQUADRON ARRIVES AT SIHANOUKVILLE, CAMBODIA  PIB

Cambodia Launches AI Readiness Assessment Report to Guide Ethical and Inclusive Digital Transformation - unesco.orgCambodia Launches AI Readiness Assessment Report to Guide Ethical and Inclusive Digital Transformation  unesco.org

Repatriation of Korean student's body delayed after torture death - Yonhap News AgencyRepatriation of Korean student's body delayed after torture death  Yonhap News Agency

Why are Thailand and Cambodia fighting over a Hindu temple? - The HinduWhy are Thailand and Cambodia fighting over a Hindu temple?  The Hindu

Cambodian Real Estate Agents Can Now Close More Deals with the New AI-Powered AgentHub Platform - KiripostCambodian Real Estate Agents Can Now Close More Deals with the New AI-Powered AgentHub Platform  Kiripost

KPMG Launches Strategic Roadshow to Guide Chinese Investors Amid Cambodia’s Record Growth - KiripostKPMG Launches Strategic Roadshow to Guide Chinese Investors Amid Cambodia’s Record Growth  Kiripost

2 Agra youths duped with Cambodia jobs, forced into ‘cyber slavery’; probe on - Times of India2 Agra youths duped with Cambodia jobs, forced into ‘cyber slavery’; probe on  Times of India

Phnom Penh’s Techo International Airport opens, boosting Cambodia’s connectivity - TTG AsiaPhnom Penh’s Techo International Airport opens, boosting Cambodia’s connectivity  TTG Asia

Public Health Situation Analysis - Cambodia - Conflict on Thai Border - World Health Organization (WHO)Public Health Situation Analysis - Cambodia - Conflict on Thai Border  World Health Organization (WHO)

Cambodia's Techo International Airport set for Oct 20 official inauguration - The StarCambodia's Techo International Airport set for Oct 20 official inauguration  The Star

Thais decry ‘sovereignty’ comment by Chinese envoy to Cambodia - bangkokpost.comThais decry ‘sovereignty’ comment by Chinese envoy to Cambodia  bangkokpost.com

Globe Teleservices, Cellcard Cambodia Partner on A2P Firewall Deployment - Telecom Review AsiaGlobe Teleservices, Cellcard Cambodia Partner on A2P Firewall Deployment  Telecom Review Asia

New Thai foreign minister calls for troop reductions with Cambodia - ReutersNew Thai foreign minister calls for troop reductions with Cambodia  Reuters

Protection of heritage in Cambodia and Thailand: UNESCO stands ready to provide assistance - UNESCO World Heritage CentreProtection of heritage in Cambodia and Thailand: UNESCO stands ready to provide assistance  UNESCO World Heritage Centre

Travelling To Thailand, Cambodia Amid Clashes? Avoid These Areas - NDTVTravelling To Thailand, Cambodia Amid Clashes? Avoid These Areas  NDTV

Thailand, Vietnam, China, and Laos Tourists Warned About E-Visa Scams as Cambodia’s Tourism Industry Struggles; AirAsia and Cambodia Angkor Air Boost Travel Confidence - Travel And Tour WorldThailand, Vietnam, China, and Laos Tourists Warned About E-Visa Scams as Cambodia’s Tourism Industry Struggles; AirAsia and Cambodia Angkor Air Boost Travel Confidence  Travel And Tour World

Cambodia’s Decline Under 2 Years of Hun Manet - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineCambodia’s Decline Under 2 Years of Hun Manet  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Cambodia named 5th Friendliest country in the World - Khmer TimesCambodia named 5th Friendliest country in the World  Khmer Times

Cambodia calls for ceasefire with Thailand after deadly clashes over border dispute - The HinduCambodia calls for ceasefire with Thailand after deadly clashes over border dispute  The Hindu

Thailand and Cambodia to hold ceasefire talks in Malaysia - Al JazeeraThailand and Cambodia to hold ceasefire talks in Malaysia  Al Jazeera

'I don't dare go back': BBC visits Cambodian villages caught in Thai border conflict - BBC'I don't dare go back': BBC visits Cambodian villages caught in Thai border conflict  BBC

Cambodia Shows “Open Diplomacy” as China and Australia Warships Simultaneously Dock - KiripostCambodia Shows “Open Diplomacy” as China and Australia Warships Simultaneously Dock  Kiripost