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 - CIA World Fact Book
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Xi Jinping rebuts Trump's claim, stresses China's role in Cambodia-Thailand truce - India TodayXi Jinping rebuts Trump's claim, stresses China's role in Cambodia-Thailand truce  India Today

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

Xi refutes Trump's claim that China was not involved in ending Thai-Cambodia conflict - Deccan HeraldXi refutes Trump's claim that China was not involved in ending Thai-Cambodia conflict  Deccan Herald

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

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 postpones hosting AYG 2031 - InsideTheGamesCambodia postpones hosting AYG 2031  InsideTheGames

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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

Thailand chases ‘better’ deal with Trump after signing Cambodia ceasefire - South China Morning PostThailand chases ‘better’ deal with Trump after signing Cambodia ceasefire  South China Morning Post

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

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

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

The Life-Changing Power of Prayer in Cambodia - Samaritan's PurseThe Life-Changing Power of Prayer in Cambodia  Samaritan's Purse

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

Korea mulls financial sanctions to combat Cambodia crime networks - The Korea TimesKorea mulls financial sanctions to combat Cambodia crime networks  The Korea Times

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

Thailand & Cambodia Reach Consensus On Ceasefire Details, Pledge Not To Increase Forces - News On AIRThailand & Cambodia Reach Consensus On Ceasefire Details, Pledge Not To Increase Forces  News On AIR

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

Thailand, Cambodia agree to unconditional ceasefire after five-day conflict - News On AIRThailand, Cambodia agree to unconditional ceasefire after five-day conflict  News On AIR

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

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

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

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

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

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

U.S. – Cambodia Sign Reciprocal Trade Agreement - thompsonhinesmartrade.comU.S. – Cambodia Sign Reciprocal Trade Agreement  thompsonhinesmartrade.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cambodia and Azerbaijan reaffirm parliamentary ties - Khmer TimesCambodia and Azerbaijan reaffirm parliamentary ties  Khmer Times

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

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

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

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

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

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

Unlocking Cambodia’s Sustainable Finance: From Green Bonds to Climate Investment Pathways - ESCAPUnlocking Cambodia’s Sustainable Finance: From Green Bonds to Climate Investment Pathways  ESCAP

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

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

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

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

Soon, you can fly directly from India to Cambodia - Condé Nast Traveller IndiaSoon, you can fly directly from India to Cambodia  Condé Nast Traveller India

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  ???????????? ??????????? ??? ?????????? ????????

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

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

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

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

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