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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Xi refutes Trump’s claim that China was not involved in ending Thai-Cambodia conflict - Tribune IndiaXi refutes Trump’s claim that China was not involved in ending Thai-Cambodia conflict  Tribune India

Suspects held in Cambodian crackdown on online fraud - China DailySuspects held in Cambodian crackdown on online fraud  China Daily

Xi refutes Trump's claim that China was not involved in ending Thai-Cambodia conflict - Press Trust of IndiaXi refutes Trump's claim that China was not involved in ending Thai-Cambodia conflict  Press Trust of India

Trump signs Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire pact at ASEAN summit in Malaysia - Al JazeeraTrump signs Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire pact at ASEAN summit in Malaysia  Al Jazeera

Student’s alleged torture death by Cambodia scammers sparks turmoil in South Korea - The GuardianStudent’s alleged torture death by Cambodia scammers sparks turmoil in South Korea  The Guardian

Trump attends Thai-Cambodian ceasefire ceremony before ASEAN summit in Malaysia - France 24Trump attends Thai-Cambodian ceasefire ceremony before ASEAN summit in Malaysia  France 24

‘Wailing ghosts through loudspeakers’: Cambodia accuses Thailand of psychological warfare along border - The Guardian‘Wailing ghosts through loudspeakers’: Cambodia accuses Thailand of psychological warfare along border  The Guardian

South Koreans freed from Cambodian scam centres return home under arrest - Al JazeeraSouth Koreans freed from Cambodian scam centres return home under arrest  Al Jazeera

Trump oversees Thailand-Cambodia extended ceasefire deal - Al JazeeraTrump oversees Thailand-Cambodia extended ceasefire deal  Al Jazeera

South Korea bans travel to parts of Cambodia amid deepening scam crisis that has left 80 missing - The GuardianSouth Korea bans travel to parts of Cambodia amid deepening scam crisis that has left 80 missing  The Guardian

Cambodia's '3-month peace' plan faces obstacles as distrust persists in weapon withdrawal agreement - Nation ThailandCambodia's '3-month peace' plan faces obstacles as distrust persists in weapon withdrawal agreement  Nation Thailand

What’s in the Thai-Cambodia peace agreement and can it hold? - Al JazeeraWhat’s in the Thai-Cambodia peace agreement and can it hold?  Al Jazeera

Cambodia postpones hosting AYG 2031 - InsideTheGamesCambodia postpones hosting AYG 2031  InsideTheGames

Trump presides over Thai-Cambodia 'peace deal' - but what does it mean? - BBCTrump presides over Thai-Cambodia 'peace deal' - but what does it mean?  BBC

Cambodia’s Canadia Bank Enhances Mobile Banking Security with IPification 1-Click Authentication - The Fast ModeCambodia’s Canadia Bank Enhances Mobile Banking Security with IPification 1-Click Authentication  The Fast Mode

In Malaysia, Trump Presides Over ‘Peace Accord’ Between Cambodia and Thailand - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineIn Malaysia, Trump Presides Over ‘Peace Accord’ Between Cambodia and Thailand  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

NEC and the Cambodian Mine Action Center Successfully Predict Landmine-Contaminated Areas in Cambodia Using AI - ACN NewswireNEC and the Cambodian Mine Action Center Successfully Predict Landmine-Contaminated Areas in Cambodia Using AI  ACN Newswire

Can Thailand, Cambodia’s Asean-led peace deal hold or will history repeat? - South China Morning PostCan Thailand, Cambodia’s Asean-led peace deal hold or will history repeat?  South China Morning Post

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)

Kazakhstan Welcomes Thailand–Cambodia Peace Declaration Signed at ASEAN Summit - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Welcomes Thailand–Cambodia Peace Declaration Signed at ASEAN Summit  The Astana Times

Thailand and Cambodia sign peace agreement - CNNThailand and Cambodia sign peace agreement  CNN

US secures reciprocal trade pacts with Malaysia, Cambodia - Fibre2FashionUS secures reciprocal trade pacts with Malaysia, Cambodia  Fibre2Fashion

Cambodia - Civil War, Khmer Rouge, Genocide - BritannicaCambodia - Civil War, Khmer Rouge, Genocide  Britannica

Xi discusses Thailand-Cambodia conflict with Trump, emphasises peace efforts - Nation ThailandXi discusses Thailand-Cambodia conflict with Trump, emphasises peace efforts  Nation Thailand

Has Trump's 'peace deal' solved the Thailand-Cambodia dispute? - BBCHas Trump's 'peace deal' solved the Thailand-Cambodia dispute?  BBC

Will Crime Syndicates Kill the Thai-Cambodian Peace Deal? - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineWill Crime Syndicates Kill the Thai-Cambodian Peace Deal?  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Trump oversees signing of 'historic' Thailand-Cambodia 'peace deal' - BBCTrump oversees signing of 'historic' Thailand-Cambodia 'peace deal'  BBC

Over 60 South Koreans repatriated from Cambodia over alleged scams - BBCOver 60 South Koreans repatriated from Cambodia over alleged scams  BBC

South Korea bans travel to Cambodia over scam centers - DWSouth Korea bans travel to Cambodia over scam centers  DW

Cambodia Calls for Global Cooperation to Tackle Online Scams - Regulation AsiaCambodia Calls for Global Cooperation to Tackle Online Scams  Regulation Asia

Cambodians join global Church for All Souls', All Saints' Days - ucanews.comCambodians join global Church for All Souls', All Saints' Days  ucanews.com

Amid Donald Trump's Asia Tour, THIS country joins Pakistan, Thailand, Cambodia to nominate US President for Nobel Peace Prize, it is... - DNA IndiaAmid Donald Trump's Asia Tour, THIS country joins Pakistan, Thailand, Cambodia to nominate US President for Nobel Peace Prize, it is...  DNA India

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)

Cambodia Pushes for the ASEAN MICE Standard Certification to Boost Business Tourism, Attracts New Global Events and Strengthens Economy - Travel And Tour WorldCambodia Pushes for the ASEAN MICE Standard Certification to Boost Business Tourism, Attracts New Global Events and Strengthens Economy  Travel And Tour World

Tri-nation Buddhist summit in Cambodia pushes unity, peace - ucanews.comTri-nation Buddhist summit in Cambodia pushes unity, peace  ucanews.com

Eliminating tariffs on ethanol exports to Malaysia and Cambodia will boost demand: National Corn Growers Association - ChiniMandiEliminating tariffs on ethanol exports to Malaysia and Cambodia will boost demand: National Corn Growers Association  ChiniMandi

SPH2801: Cambodia Immersion - Saw Swee Hock School of Public HealthSPH2801: Cambodia Immersion  Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health

Trump oversees Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire signing as Asia tour gets under way - The GuardianTrump oversees Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire signing as Asia tour gets under way  The Guardian

24 hours in Phnom Penh: What to see, do and eat in the Cambodian capital - thenationalnews.com24 hours in Phnom Penh: What to see, do and eat in the Cambodian capital  thenationalnews.com

How Cambodia Became the Nerve Center of India’s Cybercrime Wave - The420.inHow Cambodia Became the Nerve Center of India’s Cybercrime Wave  The420.in

Japan and Cambodia nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Award - newsarenaindia.comJapan and Cambodia nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Award  newsarenaindia.com

The other Cambodia border issue ASEAN can’t fix - Lowy InstituteThe other Cambodia border issue ASEAN can’t fix  Lowy Institute

Trump to oversee Cambodia-Thai peace deal at ASEAN summit: Malaysia FM - Al JazeeraTrump to oversee Cambodia-Thai peace deal at ASEAN summit: Malaysia FM  Al Jazeera

Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia strengthen trilateral ties at ASEAN Summit - Asia News NetworkLaos, Vietnam and Cambodia strengthen trilateral ties at ASEAN Summit  Asia News Network

Trump touts his peacemaking skills as Thailand and Cambodia sign ceasefire deal - NBC NewsTrump touts his peacemaking skills as Thailand and Cambodia sign ceasefire deal  NBC News

Cambodia's Microloan 'Debt Traps’ Test the World Bank - Human Rights WatchCambodia's Microloan 'Debt Traps’ Test the World Bank  Human Rights Watch

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

Cambodia Urged to Create Jobs, Ease Debt, and Boost SME and Agro-Processing Sectors to Reintegrate Nearly One Million Returnees - Cambodia Investment ReviewCambodia Urged to Create Jobs, Ease Debt, and Boost SME and Agro-Processing Sectors to Reintegrate Nearly One Million Returnees  Cambodia Investment Review

Cambodia Forms National Task Force to Fight Online Scams and Gambling Fraud - iGamingToday.comCambodia Forms National Task Force to Fight Online Scams and Gambling Fraud  iGamingToday.com

64 South Koreans detained in Cambodia over alleged online scams return home, face probes - The Korea Times64 South Koreans detained in Cambodia over alleged online scams return home, face probes  The Korea Times

Cambodia's new airport eclipsed by scam centers and war - Nikkei AsiaCambodia's new airport eclipsed by scam centers and war  Nikkei Asia

Under Trump’s Aegis, Cambodia and Thailand Agree to Resolve Border Dispute - The New York TimesUnder Trump’s Aegis, Cambodia and Thailand Agree to Resolve Border Dispute  The New York Times

INFOGRAPHIC: Cambodia's rice export outlook driven by paddy and fragrant rice demand - S&P GlobalINFOGRAPHIC: Cambodia's rice export outlook driven by paddy and fragrant rice demand  S&P Global

Solving Crime | Trapped in Cambodia by a cyber fraud gang, how the Karnataka Police’s fake threat helped save a BCom graduate - The Indian ExpressSolving Crime | Trapped in Cambodia by a cyber fraud gang, how the Karnataka Police’s fake threat helped save a BCom graduate  The Indian Express

Breaking barriers for peace: Cambodian Officer Nget Chansomphos leads the way in demining and peacekeeping - UN Women Asia and the PacificBreaking barriers for peace: Cambodian Officer Nget Chansomphos leads the way in demining and peacekeeping  UN Women Asia and the Pacific

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

Thai PM stands firm on conditions for reopening border with Cambodia - bangkokpost.comThai PM stands firm on conditions for reopening border with Cambodia  bangkokpost.com

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

After Prince Group Sanctions, Unanswered Questions for Cambodia’s Interior Minister - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineAfter Prince Group Sanctions, Unanswered Questions for Cambodia’s Interior Minister  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Cambodia - Politics, Economy, Society - BritannicaCambodia - Politics, Economy, Society  Britannica

Princess wants Thailand to build ‘permanent’ wall as Cambodia tensions rage - South China Morning PostPrincess wants Thailand to build ‘permanent’ wall as Cambodia tensions rage  South China Morning Post

Trump attends ceasefire ceremony with Thailand and Cambodia during Malaysia visit - NPRTrump attends ceasefire ceremony with Thailand and Cambodia during Malaysia visit  NPR

First Direct Flights to India Open Up Convenient, High-Quality Medical Options for Cambodians - KiripostFirst Direct Flights to India Open Up Convenient, High-Quality Medical Options for Cambodians  Kiripost

Techo International Airport Cambodia / Foster + Partners - ArchDailyTecho International Airport Cambodia / Foster + Partners  ArchDaily

UK Unites with Spain, Romania, Guinea-Bissau, Australia, and Cambodia as Turkish Airlines Launches New Flights in 2026 - Travel And Tour WorldUK Unites with Spain, Romania, Guinea-Bissau, Australia, and Cambodia as Turkish Airlines Launches New Flights in 2026  Travel And Tour World

Hundreds of Indonesians Flee Online Fraud Operations in Cambodia and Myanmar - Social ExpatHundreds of Indonesians Flee Online Fraud Operations in Cambodia and Myanmar  Social Expat

Union Youth Federations of Cambodia receives ASEAN Prize 2025 - ASEAN Main PortalUnion Youth Federations of Cambodia receives ASEAN Prize 2025  ASEAN Main Portal

From China to Cambodia: Panther Denim’s Big Leap in Manufacturing - Sourcing JournalFrom China to Cambodia: Panther Denim’s Big Leap in Manufacturing  Sourcing Journal

Egypt welcomes US-brokered ceasefire agreement between Thailand, Cambodia - ?????? ?????? ???????????Egypt welcomes US-brokered ceasefire agreement between Thailand, Cambodia  ?????? ?????? ???????????

Cambodia, South Korea announce plans for anti-fraud joint task force - vietnamnews.vnCambodia, South Korea announce plans for anti-fraud joint task force  vietnamnews.vn

Cambodia commits to peace, as Thailand sets conditions for release of captured soldiers - Asia News NetworkCambodia commits to peace, as Thailand sets conditions for release of captured soldiers  Asia News Network

How to Implement the Cambodia-Thailand Peace Agreement - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineHow to Implement the Cambodia-Thailand Peace Agreement  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

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

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

Discover the Future of Air Travel with Cambodia’s Stunning $3 Billion Techo International Airport - Travel And Tour WorldDiscover the Future of Air Travel with Cambodia’s Stunning $3 Billion Techo International Airport  Travel And Tour World

Khmer Rouge | Facts, Leadership, Genocide, & Death Toll - BritannicaKhmer Rouge | Facts, Leadership, Genocide, & Death Toll  Britannica

President Oversees Signing of Cambodia-Thailand Peace Pact - The New York TimesPresident Oversees Signing of Cambodia-Thailand Peace Pact  The New York Times

Thai, Cambodian Forces to Begin Phased Withdrawal of Heavy Weapons from Border - OANANewsThai, Cambodian Forces to Begin Phased Withdrawal of Heavy Weapons from Border  OANANews

National Bank of Cambodia warns public against fake “gold sheet” sale claims - Khmer TimesNational Bank of Cambodia warns public against fake “gold sheet” sale claims  Khmer Times

Cambodia’s capital has a new airport. Will tourists follow? - CNNCambodia’s capital has a new airport. Will tourists follow?  CNN

Thailand And Cambodia Begin Historic Border Weapons Pullback - Evrim AgaciThailand And Cambodia Begin Historic Border Weapons Pullback  Evrim Agaci

Cambodia must fulfill 4 conditions to end hostility before POWs are returned - Nation ThailandCambodia must fulfill 4 conditions to end hostility before POWs are returned  Nation Thailand

Why did Cambodia turn into den of crime? - The Korea TimesWhy did Cambodia turn into den of crime?  The Korea Times

Circular Economy Solutions from Cambodia - United Nations Development ProgrammeCircular Economy Solutions from Cambodia  United Nations Development Programme

Cambodian hotel under US sanctions remains open as tourism, crime coexist in Sihanoukville - The Korea TimesCambodian hotel under US sanctions remains open as tourism, crime coexist in Sihanoukville  The Korea Times

Thailand Issues Urgent Travel Advisory For Ubon Ratchathani, Si Sa Ket, Surin, Buri Ram, And Other Border Regions Amid Heightened Security Protocols Along The Cambodia Border - Travel And Tour WorldThailand Issues Urgent Travel Advisory For Ubon Ratchathani, Si Sa Ket, Surin, Buri Ram, And Other Border Regions Amid Heightened Security Protocols Along The Cambodia Border  Travel And Tour World

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

MSS Reviews Overseas Protection Plans: Lessons from the Cambodia-Korea Issue - KoreaTechDeskMSS Reviews Overseas Protection Plans: Lessons from the Cambodia-Korea Issue  KoreaTechDesk

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belarus M.Ryzhenkov meets Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia - Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus - ???????????? ??????????? ??? ?????????? ????????Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belarus M.Ryzhenkov meets Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia - Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus  ???????????? ??????????? ??? ?????????? ????????

Speaker of Azerbaijan`s Milli Majlis meets with Second Vice President of National Assembly of Cambodia - Az?rtacSpeaker of Azerbaijan`s Milli Majlis meets with Second Vice President of National Assembly of Cambodia  Az?rtac

Singapore scam syndicate avoided arrest in Cambodia after receiving tip-off - The Straits TimesSingapore scam syndicate avoided arrest in Cambodia after receiving tip-off  The Straits Times

Mines and UXO found at Thai-Cambodian border near Trat, says RTN - Nation ThailandMines and UXO found at Thai-Cambodian border near Trat, says RTN  Nation Thailand

Thai Navy hails diplomacy with Cambodia but vows to stay combat-ready - Nation ThailandThai Navy hails diplomacy with Cambodia but vows to stay combat-ready  Nation Thailand

Cambodia detains 3 Chinese men in connection with South Korean student's death - Anadolu AjansiCambodia detains 3 Chinese men in connection with South Korean student's death  Anadolu Ajansi

Thailand, Cambodia agree on 3-phase weapons withdrawal - bangkokpost.comThailand, Cambodia agree on 3-phase weapons withdrawal  bangkokpost.com

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)

Trump looking forward to Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire deal at ASEAN summit, Malaysia says - ReutersTrump looking forward to Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire deal at ASEAN summit, Malaysia says  Reuters

Malaysia Joins Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia in Battling Surging Tourist Prices: How 2026 Will Change Your Travel Budget! - Travel And Tour WorldMalaysia Joins Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia in Battling Surging Tourist Prices: How 2026 Will Change Your Travel Budget!  Travel And Tour World

Thai killer of Cambodia politician Lim Kimya sentenced to life in prison - BBCThai killer of Cambodia politician Lim Kimya sentenced to life in prison  BBC

Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam Commit to Regional Tourism Growth with Three Countries, One Destination Initiative, Focusing on Connectivity and Sustainability - Travel And Tour WorldCambodia, Laos and Vietnam Commit to Regional Tourism Growth with Three Countries, One Destination Initiative, Focusing on Connectivity and Sustainability  Travel And Tour World