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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Thai-Cambodia conflict: A fierce war of words keeps the two countries on edge - BBCThai-Cambodia conflict: A fierce war of words keeps the two countries on edge  BBC

How Cambodia’s Hun Sen Is Playing the World and Buying Time - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineHow Cambodia’s Hun Sen Is Playing the World and Buying Time  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Thailand Shows 'Proof' Against Cambodia, Displays Landmines 'Planted' At Border, Truce On Rocks | 4K - News18Thailand Shows 'Proof' Against Cambodia, Displays Landmines 'Planted' At Border, Truce On Rocks | 4K  News18

Madras HC pulls up centre over TN man held in Cambodia jail - The New Indian ExpressMadras HC pulls up centre over TN man held in Cambodia jail  The New Indian Express

MALAYSIA SHOWCASES HEALTHCARE EXCELLENCE IN CAMBODIA, DRIVING MOMENTUM TOWARDS MYMT 2026 - PR NewswireMALAYSIA SHOWCASES HEALTHCARE EXCELLENCE IN CAMBODIA, DRIVING MOMENTUM TOWARDS MYMT 2026  PR Newswire

The Asia-Pacific Must Confront the Human Trafficking Crisis in Cambodia’s Scam Compounds - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThe Asia-Pacific Must Confront the Human Trafficking Crisis in Cambodia’s Scam Compounds  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

How a Thai Influencer is Profiting From the Border Conflict With Cambodia - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineHow a Thai Influencer is Profiting From the Border Conflict With Cambodia  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

At least 12 killed in deadly clashes as border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia escalates - CNNAt least 12 killed in deadly clashes as border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia escalates  CNN

China urges Thailand, Cambodia reconciliation in three-way talks - ReutersChina urges Thailand, Cambodia reconciliation in three-way talks  Reuters

Thailand accuses Cambodia of planting landmines after soldier injured - Al JazeeraThailand accuses Cambodia of planting landmines after soldier injured  Al Jazeera

Cambodia, Thailand reaffirm ceasefire commitments - chinadailyasia.comCambodia, Thailand reaffirm ceasefire commitments  chinadailyasia.com

First Army clarifies barbed wire removal was Cambodia’s unilateral proposal, not part of RBC agreement - Nation ThailandFirst Army clarifies barbed wire removal was Cambodia’s unilateral proposal, not part of RBC agreement  Nation Thailand

Cambodia Tourism Sector Sees Strong Recovery in 2025 with 2.95 Million International Arrivals and Domestic Travel Boom - travelworldonline.inCambodia Tourism Sector Sees Strong Recovery in 2025 with 2.95 Million International Arrivals and Domestic Travel Boom  travelworldonline.in

Thongchai Winichakul on the Cambodia-Thailand Border Conflict - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThongchai Winichakul on the Cambodia-Thailand Border Conflict  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

| Cambodia's apparel exports to US dip slightly on tariff woes - Fibre2Fashion| Cambodia's apparel exports to US dip slightly on tariff woes  Fibre2Fashion

Malaysia Healthcare Week 2025 in Cambodia: Strengthening Ties and Showcasing Malaysia as a Global Leader in Medical Tourism - Travel And Tour WorldMalaysia Healthcare Week 2025 in Cambodia: Strengthening Ties and Showcasing Malaysia as a Global Leader in Medical Tourism  Travel And Tour World

Thailand, Cambodia officials meet in Malaysia to cement ceasefire details - Al JazeeraThailand, Cambodia officials meet in Malaysia to cement ceasefire details  Al Jazeera

Chhattisgarh Police Nabs Five Members Of 'Cambodia Gang' In Twin Digital Arrest Cases - ETV BharatChhattisgarh Police Nabs Five Members Of 'Cambodia Gang' In Twin Digital Arrest Cases  ETV Bharat

Cambodia: Strengthening Economic Resilience in the Face of Global Uncertainty and Trade Challenges - Thailand Business NewsCambodia: Strengthening Economic Resilience in the Face of Global Uncertainty and Trade Challenges  Thailand Business News

Cambodian King Sihamoni departs for medical check-up in Beijing, Hun Sen named acting head of state - Nation ThailandCambodian King Sihamoni departs for medical check-up in Beijing, Hun Sen named acting head of state  Nation Thailand

Natthaphon pleased as Cambodia joins mine clearance and anti-scam efforts - Nation ThailandNatthaphon pleased as Cambodia joins mine clearance and anti-scam efforts  Nation Thailand

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

Thailand submits evidence of Cambodian landmine use to Ottawa Convention committee in Geneva - Nation ThailandThailand submits evidence of Cambodian landmine use to Ottawa Convention committee in Geneva  Nation Thailand

Foreign Ministry affirms Ban Nong Chan is Thai territory, cites past protests against Cambodian encroachment - Nation ThailandForeign Ministry affirms Ban Nong Chan is Thai territory, cites past protests against Cambodian encroachment  Nation Thailand

Thai Army confirms no Cambodia proposal to dismantle border fence for mine clearance - Nation ThailandThai Army confirms no Cambodia proposal to dismantle border fence for mine clearance  Nation Thailand

Cambodia, Malaysia to advance cooperation in medical tourism - Medical BuyerCambodia, Malaysia to advance cooperation in medical tourism  Medical Buyer

'Fasting Buddha' replica unveiled at Cambodian museum - The Express Tribune'Fasting Buddha' replica unveiled at Cambodian museum  The Express Tribune

Thailand Requests Cambodia to Reduce Athlete Delegation for 33rd SEA Games Amid Safety Concerns - Laotian TimesThailand Requests Cambodia to Reduce Athlete Delegation for 33rd SEA Games Amid Safety Concerns  Laotian Times

Thailand turning to Sri Lankan workers to cope with Cambodian exodus, official says - ReutersThailand turning to Sri Lankan workers to cope with Cambodian exodus, official says  Reuters

Second Army detects Cambodian BHQ unit, landmine inside Thai territory - Nation ThailandSecond Army detects Cambodian BHQ unit, landmine inside Thai territory  Nation Thailand

The complex fault lines of the Thai–Cambodian armed conflict - The International Institute for Strategic StudiesThe complex fault lines of the Thai–Cambodian armed conflict  The International Institute for Strategic Studies

South Korean found dead in Cambodian scam compound: report - The Korea HeraldSouth Korean found dead in Cambodian scam compound: report  The Korea Herald

Cambodia’s border conflict with Thailand poses growing economic risks, analyst warns - Nation ThailandCambodia’s border conflict with Thailand poses growing economic risks, analyst warns  Nation Thailand

Cambodian Buddhist monks: Trump deserves Nobel Peace Prize - Gazeta ExpressCambodian Buddhist monks: Trump deserves Nobel Peace Prize  Gazeta Express

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 agree to maintain peace along border - Anadolu AjansiThailand, Cambodia agree to maintain peace along border  Anadolu Ajansi

China Tourism to Cambodia Soars with an Incredible 48.2% Surge in 2025 Driving Unprecedented Growth in Cambodia’s Thriving Travel Industry - Travel And Tour WorldChina Tourism to Cambodia Soars with an Incredible 48.2% Surge in 2025 Driving Unprecedented Growth in Cambodia’s Thriving Travel Industry  Travel And Tour World

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

Cambodia-Thailand Border Clashes: The Role of Supply Chains - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineCambodia-Thailand Border Clashes: The Role of Supply Chains  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

India closely monitors situation developing between Thailand, Cambodia – MEA - NewsonairIndia closely monitors situation developing between Thailand, Cambodia – MEA  Newsonair

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

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

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

Philippine, Cambodian law firms ink strategic partnership - | Asian Legal BusinessPhilippine, Cambodian law firms ink strategic partnership  | Asian Legal Business

Cambodia Tax Update: Cambodia Reduces the Tax on Transportation Means for EVs - kaohoon internationalCambodia Tax Update: Cambodia Reduces the Tax on Transportation Means for EVs  kaohoon international

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

Humanitarian Response Forum (HRF) - Situation Report 4: Cambodia-Thailand Border Situation (22 August 2025 ) - ReliefWebHumanitarian Response Forum (HRF) - Situation Report 4: Cambodia-Thailand Border Situation (22 August 2025 )  ReliefWeb

France and Cambodia seek to boost bilateral cooperation - Prensa Latina - Latin American News AgencyFrance and Cambodia seek to boost bilateral cooperation  Prensa Latina - Latin American News Agency

Thailand urges Norway to review mine-clearing aid to Cambodia amid border concerns - Pattaya MailThailand urges Norway to review mine-clearing aid to Cambodia amid border concerns  Pattaya Mail

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

Thailand Skips Cambodia in International Anti-Scam Center Over Trust Issues - Khaosod EnglishThailand Skips Cambodia in International Anti-Scam Center Over Trust Issues  Khaosod English

The latest group supporting Trump's desire for a Nobel Peace Prize? Cambodian monks - USA TodayThe latest group supporting Trump's desire for a Nobel Peace Prize? Cambodian monks  USA Today

From Cambodia to Iran: The six (or seven) wars Trump claims to have ended in six months - EL PAÍS EnglishFrom Cambodia to Iran: The six (or seven) wars Trump claims to have ended in six months  EL PAÍS English

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

Thailand Prepares to Sue Cambodian Leaders Over Border Conflict - Nation ThailandThailand Prepares to Sue Cambodian Leaders Over Border Conflict  Nation Thailand

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

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

Thailand Approves Plan to Hire Sri Lankan Migrant Workers Amid Cambodian Exodus - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThailand Approves Plan to Hire Sri Lankan Migrant Workers Amid Cambodian Exodus  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Hotel101 Global enters definitive binding agreements to develop Hotel101 in Cambodia - The Manila TimesHotel101 Global enters definitive binding agreements to develop Hotel101 in Cambodia  The Manila Times

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

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

Thailand has not declared war against Cambodia - Nation ThailandThailand has not declared war against Cambodia  Nation Thailand

Government Accepts Chamber's Four-Point Plan to Revive Thai-Cambodia Border Economy - Nation ThailandGovernment Accepts Chamber's Four-Point Plan to Revive Thai-Cambodia Border Economy  Nation Thailand

On Ceasefire Deal Between Cambodia and Thailand - U.S. Department of State (.gov)On Ceasefire Deal Between Cambodia and Thailand  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

ASIA/THAILAND - Religions for Peace: Interreligious commitment to lasting peace between Thailand and Cambodia - Agenzia FidesASIA/THAILAND - Religions for Peace: Interreligious commitment to lasting peace between Thailand and Cambodia  Agenzia Fides

How false information fueled the Thai–Cambodian conflict - Nation ThailandHow false information fueled the Thai–Cambodian conflict  Nation Thailand

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

Old Borders, New Battles: Thailand, Cambodia and an Unfinished War - Royal United Services InstituteOld Borders, New Battles: Thailand, Cambodia and an Unfinished War  Royal United Services Institute

Cambodia’s Air Cargo Transport Soars Nearly 30% in Early 2025 - Construction & Property NewsCambodia’s Air Cargo Transport Soars Nearly 30% in Early 2025  Construction & Property News

Cambodia urges swift deployment of ASEAN observers, reaffirms mine-free 2030 goal - Khmer TimesCambodia urges swift deployment of ASEAN observers, reaffirms mine-free 2030 goal  Khmer Times

Winthai says Cambodia must halt provocations instead of claiming victimhood - Nation ThailandWinthai says Cambodia must halt provocations instead of claiming victimhood  Nation Thailand

Thailand to send video and photo evidence of Cambodia laying landmines to Geneva - Nation ThailandThailand to send video and photo evidence of Cambodia laying landmines to Geneva  Nation Thailand

Cambodia PM says he has nominated Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize - CNNCambodia PM says he has nominated Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize  CNN

Thailand to sue Cambodian leaders over deadly border conflict - The IndependentThailand to sue Cambodian leaders over deadly border conflict  The Independent

Thailand’s Harsh Struggle With Cambodia - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThailand’s Harsh Struggle With Cambodia  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Army clarifies RBC meeting ongoing, Cambodia seeks talks with Hun Manet - Nation ThailandArmy clarifies RBC meeting ongoing, Cambodia seeks talks with Hun Manet  Nation Thailand

Cambodia’s tourism sector continues to see strong growth - Travel Daily MediaCambodia’s tourism sector continues to see strong growth  Travel Daily Media

The prospects for Cambodia-China cooperation - China DailyThe prospects for Cambodia-China cooperation  China Daily

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

China urges Cambodia, Thailand to restore peace at border - ReutersChina urges Cambodia, Thailand to restore peace at border  Reuters

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

Thailand urges bilateral talks with Cambodia, open to regional mediation - Al JazeeraThailand urges bilateral talks with Cambodia, open to regional mediation  Al Jazeera

Caregivers learn how to end the violence at home - UnicefCaregivers learn how to end the violence at home  Unicef

Hun Manet | Prime Minister of Cambodia, Facts, & Biography - BritannicaHun Manet | Prime Minister of Cambodia, Facts, & Biography  Britannica

RBC meeting nearly collapsed, resumed after Cambodia’s late arrival - Nation ThailandRBC meeting nearly collapsed, resumed after Cambodia’s late arrival  Nation Thailand

Cambodian Monks Hold Peace Prayers Honoring Soldiers Killed in Thai Border Clashes - Buddhistdoor GlobalCambodian Monks Hold Peace Prayers Honoring Soldiers Killed in Thai Border Clashes  Buddhistdoor Global

Cambodia Working to Improve Cancer Care - IAEACambodia Working to Improve Cancer Care  IAEA

China urges Cambodia and Thailand to mend ties following recent border clashes - JURIST Legal NewsChina urges Cambodia and Thailand to mend ties following recent border clashes  JURIST Legal News

Cambodia seeking Malaysian investment in halal food processing - Asia News NetworkCambodia seeking Malaysian investment in halal food processing  Asia News Network

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

Cambodia removes hundreds of tons of toxic chemicals from illegal drug labs - United Nations Office on Drugs and CrimeCambodia removes hundreds of tons of toxic chemicals from illegal drug labs  United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime

Thailand and Cambodia: is real peace possible? - eurotopics.netThailand and Cambodia: is real peace possible?  eurotopics.net

Unicef appeals for support for border relief operations in Cambodia - The StarUnicef appeals for support for border relief operations in Cambodia  The Star

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

Why did Thailand and Cambodia fight a senseless border war? - The EconomistWhy did Thailand and Cambodia fight a senseless border war?  The Economist

Aichi police arrest 29 fraud suspects extradited from Cambodia - Nation ThailandAichi police arrest 29 fraud suspects extradited from Cambodia  Nation Thailand

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

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

Malaysia proposes sending more observers to Thai-Cambodian border - Prensa Latina - Latin American News AgencyMalaysia proposes sending more observers to Thai-Cambodian border  Prensa Latina - Latin American News Agency

Cambodia poor, military weak, but Hun Sen a billionaire, says Sam Rainsy - Nation ThailandCambodia poor, military weak, but Hun Sen a billionaire, says Sam Rainsy  Nation Thailand