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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Cambodia to nominate Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize, says deputy PM - ReutersCambodia to nominate Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize, says deputy PM  Reuters

Cambodia, given 19% tariff, to nominate Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize for ceasefire with Thailand - Telegraph IndiaCambodia, given 19% tariff, to nominate Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize for ceasefire with Thailand  Telegraph India

Thailand, Cambodia Welcome 19% US Tariff After Trump Deal - NDTVThailand, Cambodia Welcome 19% US Tariff After Trump Deal  NDTV

Nationalist agendas fuelled the border fight between Thailand and Cambodia - The HinduNationalist agendas fuelled the border fight between Thailand and Cambodia  The Hindu

Thailand returns two wounded soldiers to Cambodia but continues to hold 18 of their comrades - The Hindu
  1. Thailand returns two wounded soldiers to Cambodia but continues to hold 18 of their comrades  The Hindu
  2. Thailand returns 2 wounded soldiers to Cambodia but continues to hold 18 of their comrades  The Times of India
  3. Why did Thailand and Cambodia fight a senseless border war?  The Economist


The fight for Cambodia: from Vietnam to the French - The Indian ExpressThe fight for Cambodia: from Vietnam to the French  The Indian Express

Thailand and Cambodia Stepped Back From War, but Their Temple Fight Remains - The New York TimesThailand and Cambodia Stepped Back From War, but Their Temple Fight Remains  The New York Times

Hyderabad man held for assisting cyber crooks in Cambodia - The New Indian ExpressHyderabad man held for assisting cyber crooks in Cambodia  The New Indian Express

‘There’s no work now, just debt’: Cambodian garment workers face precarious future as US tariffs loom - theguardian.com‘There’s no work now, just debt’: Cambodian garment workers face precarious future as US tariffs loom  theguardian.com

Cambodia-based job frauds continue to haunt Visakhapatnam youth - The HinduCambodia-based job frauds continue to haunt Visakhapatnam youth  The Hindu

Rs 1.74 cr online scam busted in Anantapur; gang operated from Cambodia - DaijiworldRs 1.74 cr online scam busted in Anantapur; gang operated from Cambodia  Daijiworld

Thailand accuses Cambodia of second ceasefire violation in two days - ReutersThailand accuses Cambodia of second ceasefire violation in two days  Reuters

Thailand returns two Cambodian troops in advance of key border talks - Al JazeeraThailand returns two Cambodian troops in advance of key border talks  Al Jazeera

Online hate and rising vitriol: deep divisions amid shaky peace between Thailand and Cambodia - theguardian.comOnline hate and rising vitriol: deep divisions amid shaky peace between Thailand and Cambodia  theguardian.com

Thailand-Cambodia Conflict (2025) | Background, Escalation, & Ceasefire - BritannicaThailand-Cambodia Conflict (2025) | Background, Escalation, & Ceasefire  Britannica

Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict LIVE: Cambodia PM declares ceasefire with Thailand, says hope to ‘immediately stop fighting’ - The Indian ExpressThailand-Cambodia Border Conflict LIVE: Cambodia PM declares ceasefire with Thailand, says hope to ‘immediately stop fighting’  The Indian Express

'Within less than a day ...': Trump reveals how he 'settled' Thailand-Cambodia standoff; watch - The Times of India'Within less than a day ...': Trump reveals how he 'settled' Thailand-Cambodia standoff; watch  The Times of India

Hyderabad Police Uncover Racket Trafficking Youths To Cambodia For Cyber Fraud - ETV BharatHyderabad Police Uncover Racket Trafficking Youths To Cambodia For Cyber Fraud  ETV Bharat

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

Thailand accuses Cambodia of ceasefire violations but truce still holding - Al JazeeraThailand accuses Cambodia of ceasefire violations but truce still holding  Al Jazeera

Thailand army accuses Cambodia of breaking truce - The HinduThailand army accuses Cambodia of breaking truce  The Hindu

Truce is called, cultural tussle remains: behind Thailand-Cambodia hostility - The Indian ExpressTruce is called, cultural tussle remains: behind Thailand-Cambodia hostility  The Indian Express

Calls for Thailand to free 20 Cambodian soldiers held after border clashes - Al JazeeraCalls for Thailand to free 20 Cambodian soldiers held after border clashes  Al Jazeera

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

Thailand-Cambodia truce mostly holds after shaky start in wake of fighting - Al JazeeraThailand-Cambodia truce mostly holds after shaky start in wake of fighting  Al Jazeera

Thailand, Cambodia agree to ‘immediate, unconditional’ ceasefire: Malaysia - Al JazeeraThailand, Cambodia agree to ‘immediate, unconditional’ ceasefire: Malaysia  Al Jazeera

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

What is the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia? - Al JazeeraWhat is the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia?  Al Jazeera

Thailand and Cambodia agree to ceasefire: Will it stop the deadly fighting? - Al JazeeraThailand and Cambodia agree to ceasefire: Will it stop the deadly fighting?  Al Jazeera

The Take: What is the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia? - Al JazeeraThe Take: What is the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia?  Al Jazeera

Thailand returns 2 wounded soldiers to Cambodia but continues to hold 18 of their comrades - AP NewsThailand returns 2 wounded soldiers to Cambodia but continues to hold 18 of their comrades  AP News

Cambodia-Thailand border war enters fourth day: Heavy shelling despite ceasefire calls; both sides signal - The Times of IndiaCambodia-Thailand border war enters fourth day: Heavy shelling despite ceasefire calls; both sides signal  The Times of India

Thailand-Cambodia clashes pose a serious test to ASEAN centrality - Lowy InstituteThailand-Cambodia clashes pose a serious test to ASEAN centrality  Lowy Institute

Thailand and Cambodia’s Ceasefire: Will It Stop War When Elites Want Conflict? - Council on Foreign RelationsThailand and Cambodia’s Ceasefire: Will It Stop War When Elites Want Conflict?  Council on Foreign Relations

Thailand and Cambodia agree to 'immediate and unconditional ceasefire' - BBCThailand and Cambodia agree to 'immediate and unconditional ceasefire'  BBC

Thailand accuses Cambodia of violating fragile ceasefire for a second time - theguardian.comThailand accuses Cambodia of violating fragile ceasefire for a second time  theguardian.com

Thailand and Cambodia hold peace talks as Trump urges them to settle differences - theguardian.comThailand and Cambodia hold peace talks as Trump urges them to settle differences  theguardian.com

Exclusive: Trump's call broke deadlock in Thailand-Cambodia border crisis - ReutersExclusive: Trump's call broke deadlock in Thailand-Cambodia border crisis  Reuters

Thailand-Cambodia News Highlights: Trump calls for ceasefire as clashes enter third day; India says it is ‘closely monitoring’ - The Indian ExpressThailand-Cambodia News Highlights: Trump calls for ceasefire as clashes enter third day; India says it is ‘closely monitoring’  The Indian Express

Thailand and Cambodia trade allegations of truce breaking - The HinduThailand and Cambodia trade allegations of truce breaking  The Hindu

Thailand-Cambodia border clash: A timeline - The HinduThailand-Cambodia border clash: A timeline  The Hindu

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

What to know about the shaky truce after 5 days of combat between Thailand and Cambodia - AP NewsWhat to know about the shaky truce after 5 days of combat between Thailand and Cambodia  AP News

Cambodia Agrees to a Reduced Tariff and Breathes a Sigh of Relief - The New York TimesCambodia Agrees to a Reduced Tariff and Breathes a Sigh of Relief  The New York Times

Thailand and Cambodia agree to ‘immediate and unconditional’ ceasefire - theguardian.comThailand and Cambodia agree to ‘immediate and unconditional’ ceasefire  theguardian.com

Thailand Deploys South Korean-Made Guided Bombs in First Combat Use Against Cambodia - Nation ThailandThailand Deploys South Korean-Made Guided Bombs in First Combat Use Against Cambodia  Nation Thailand

Thailand, Cambodia agree to unconditional ceasefire after five-day conflict - NewsonairThailand, Cambodia agree to unconditional ceasefire after five-day conflict  Newsonair

Cambodia and Thailand agree to 'immediate and unconditional ceasefire' - BBCCambodia and Thailand agree to 'immediate and unconditional ceasefire'  BBC

Thailand accuses Cambodia of violating hours-old ceasefire - BBCThailand accuses Cambodia of violating hours-old ceasefire  BBC

Will the Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire hold? - DWWill the Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire hold?  DW

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

Thailand returns some Cambodian soldiers ahead of key border talks - ReutersThailand returns some Cambodian soldiers ahead of key border talks  Reuters

Guns fall silent on Thai-Cambodia border as commanders seek to uphold truce - ReutersGuns fall silent on Thai-Cambodia border as commanders seek to uphold truce  Reuters

Cambodia asks Thailand to release detained soldiers as truce holds - ReutersCambodia asks Thailand to release detained soldiers as truce holds  Reuters

Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire talks scheduled in Malaysia amid ongoing border tensions - The HinduCambodia-Thailand ceasefire talks scheduled in Malaysia amid ongoing border tensions  The Hindu

Thai army accuses Cambodia of violating truce as clashes resume - France 24Thai army accuses Cambodia of violating truce as clashes resume  France 24

Why A Cluster Of Hindu Temples Is At Heart Of Thailand-Cambodia Conflict - NDTVWhy A Cluster Of Hindu Temples Is At Heart Of Thailand-Cambodia Conflict  NDTV

Trump speaks about ending Thailand, Cambodia conflict - Fox NewsTrump speaks about ending Thailand, Cambodia conflict  Fox News

Trump Sets 19% Tariff on Thailand, Cambodia After Peace Deal - Bloomberg.comTrump Sets 19% Tariff on Thailand, Cambodia After Peace Deal  Bloomberg.com

Cambodia's Hun Sen at the helm in border conflict with Thailand - ReutersCambodia's Hun Sen at the helm in border conflict with Thailand  Reuters

Thailand-Cambodia updates: Over 10 killed in clashes at disputed border - Al JazeeraThailand-Cambodia updates: Over 10 killed in clashes at disputed border  Al Jazeera

Why are Thailand and Cambodia fighting at the border? - BBCWhy are Thailand and Cambodia fighting at the border?  BBC

Thai-Cambodian border dispute escalates with deadly clashes - Al JazeeraThai-Cambodian border dispute escalates with deadly clashes  Al Jazeera

Ceasefire takes effect between Thailand and Cambodia after five-day border battle - ReutersCeasefire takes effect between Thailand and Cambodia after five-day border battle  Reuters

Thailand-Cambodia border calm as military commanders hold talks - ReutersThailand-Cambodia border calm as military commanders hold talks  Reuters

Thailand-Cambodia border calm as military-level talks postponed - ReutersThailand-Cambodia border calm as military-level talks postponed  Reuters

Video Shows Missile Exchange Between Thailand, Cambodia As Clash Kills 16 - NDTVVideo Shows Missile Exchange Between Thailand, Cambodia As Clash Kills 16  NDTV

Cambodia-Thailand conflict: Indian embassy in Cambodia issues advisory for nationals; shares helpline num - The Times of IndiaCambodia-Thailand conflict: Indian embassy in Cambodia issues advisory for nationals; shares helpline num  The Times of India

Thailand, Cambodia Reach Ceasefire After Push By Trump, Anwar - Bloomberg.comThailand, Cambodia Reach Ceasefire After Push By Trump, Anwar  Bloomberg.com

Thailand Accuses Cambodia of Breaking Cease-Fire - Time MagazineThailand Accuses Cambodia of Breaking Cease-Fire  Time Magazine

Thailand and Cambodia approve ceasefire after five-day border battle - ReutersThailand and Cambodia approve ceasefire after five-day border battle  Reuters

'Flagrant violation': Thailand accuses Cambodia of breaking ceasefire - The New Indian Express'Flagrant violation': Thailand accuses Cambodia of breaking ceasefire  The New Indian Express

Thailand and Cambodia truce agreement comes into effect - The HinduThailand and Cambodia truce agreement comes into effect  The Hindu

What to Know About the Conflict Between Thailand and Cambodia - The New York TimesWhat to Know About the Conflict Between Thailand and Cambodia  The New York Times

The Roots of the Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThe Roots of the Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Explained: The border dispute, and the Hindu temples at the heart of deadly Cambodia-Thailand clashes - The Indian ExpressExplained: The border dispute, and the Hindu temples at the heart of deadly Cambodia-Thailand clashes  The Indian Express

What Was Behind the Deadly Thailand-Cambodia Border Clash? - Bloomberg.comWhat Was Behind the Deadly Thailand-Cambodia Border Clash?  Bloomberg.com

Thailand, Cambodia Clash With Jets, Rockets, Artillery In Deadly Border Row - NDTVThailand, Cambodia Clash With Jets, Rockets, Artillery In Deadly Border Row  NDTV

Thailand-Cambodia face-off: Borders shut, F-16 deployed, civilians killed - 10 key points - The Times of IndiaThailand-Cambodia face-off: Borders shut, F-16 deployed, civilians killed - 10 key points  The Times of India

Exclusive: Cambodia deputy PM says 19% US tariff rate averts collapse of its garments manufacturing sector - ReutersExclusive: Cambodia deputy PM says 19% US tariff rate averts collapse of its garments manufacturing sector  Reuters

More than 135,000 displaced as Thailand-Cambodia border clashes enter second day - CNNMore than 135,000 displaced as Thailand-Cambodia border clashes enter second day  CNN

Protesters in Thailand Denounce Prime Minister After Clashes With Cambodia - The New York TimesProtesters in Thailand Denounce Prime Minister After Clashes With Cambodia  The New York Times

Thailand-Cambodia border clash: Indian Embassy issues advisory; shares list of places 'not recommended fo - The Times of IndiaThailand-Cambodia border clash: Indian Embassy issues advisory; shares list of places 'not recommended fo  The Times of India

Cambodia calls for immediate ceasefire with Thailand; 13 killed in border clashes: Latest developments - The Times of IndiaCambodia calls for immediate ceasefire with Thailand; 13 killed in border clashes: Latest developments  The Times of India

Death toll in Thailand-Cambodia border clashes hits 32, over 130 injured - Al JazeeraDeath toll in Thailand-Cambodia border clashes hits 32, over 130 injured  Al Jazeera

Cambodia's border refugees waiting to head home but still wary after ceasefire - ReutersCambodia's border refugees waiting to head home but still wary after ceasefire  Reuters

Thailand declares martial law along Cambodia border; PM's 'state of war' warning - India TodayThailand declares martial law along Cambodia border; PM's 'state of war' warning  India Today

Thailand and Cambodia reaffirm ceasefire after China-brokered meeting in Shanghai - AP NewsThailand and Cambodia reaffirm ceasefire after China-brokered meeting in Shanghai  AP News

Thailand and Cambodia agree to talks in Malaysia after four days of fighting - BBCThailand and Cambodia agree to talks in Malaysia after four days of fighting  BBC

Is the Thailand–Cambodia conflict part of the strategic chain of great power confrontations? - Modern DiplomacyIs the Thailand–Cambodia conflict part of the strategic chain of great power confrontations?  Modern Diplomacy

Air Cambodia Partners with Boeing for 20 Boeing 737 MAX Jets, Strengthening Regional Connectivity and Modernizing Its Fleet, Fueled by the US-Cambodia Trade Agreement - Travel And Tour WorldAir Cambodia Partners with Boeing for 20 Boeing 737 MAX Jets, Strengthening Regional Connectivity and Modernizing Its Fleet, Fueled by the US-Cambodia Trade Agreement  Travel And Tour World

Thailand invokes martial law in areas bordering Cambodia; tens of thousands flee: Top developments - The Times of IndiaThailand invokes martial law in areas bordering Cambodia; tens of thousands flee: Top developments  The Times of India

Thailand and Cambodia to hold talks on deadly border conflict in Malaysia - ReutersThailand and Cambodia to hold talks on deadly border conflict in Malaysia  Reuters

Ceasefire holding along Thailand-Cambodia border as military leaders meet after days of deadly clashes - CNNCeasefire holding along Thailand-Cambodia border as military leaders meet after days of deadly clashes  CNN

Cambodia can't win the war—so why won't it stop? - Nation ThailandCambodia can't win the war—so why won't it stop?  Nation Thailand

Thailand and Cambodia ceasefire holds despite reports of skirmishes - AP NewsThailand and Cambodia ceasefire holds despite reports of skirmishes  AP News

Thailand and Cambodia agree to ceasefire - Malaysia PM - ReutersThailand and Cambodia agree to ceasefire - Malaysia PM  Reuters

Cambodians flee border with Thailand as clashes continue for third day - Al JazeeraCambodians flee border with Thailand as clashes continue for third day  Al Jazeera

Thailand and Cambodia meet for talks in Malaysia after days of border clashes - CNNThailand and Cambodia meet for talks in Malaysia after days of border clashes  CNN

Cambodia calls for ceasefire with Thailand as death toll rises - BBCCambodia calls for ceasefire with Thailand as death toll rises  BBC

Photos from the aftermath of fighting along the Thailand-Cambodia border - AP NewsPhotos from the aftermath of fighting along the Thailand-Cambodia border  AP News

Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Cease-Fire After Five Days of Deadly Clashes - WSJ - The Wall Street JournalThailand and Cambodia Agree to Cease-Fire After Five Days of Deadly Clashes - WSJ  The Wall Street Journal