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Cambodia's economic growth: MEF revises its forecast for 2025 amid uncertainty
The Cambodian Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) recently revised downwards its gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for fiscal year 2025, now anticipating expansion of 5%, down from the initial target of 6.3%. This adjustment reflects growing uncertainties on the international stage, including trade tensions and volatility in global markets.

Eco News
Aug 26, 20252 min read


Cambodia & Tribute: The grandmother who lived through 105 rainy seasons
In Cambodia, certain faces become silent witnesses to history. Yeay, ‘Grandmother’ Chhorng Samorn, was one of them. One hundred and five rainy seasons marked her life, a life of struggle, loss and resilience. Through her, a whole century of tragedies and hopes of the Cambodian people is embodied, right up to her last smile, fragile but luminous, like a legacy of dignity and courage.

Chroniqueur
Aug 25, 20252 min read


At the border, international voices denounce clear violations of the ceasefire by the Thai side
The conflict between Cambodia and Thailand remains a source of diplomatic concern. During a press conference held last Saturday, His Excellency Nong Sakal, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MFAIC), painted a clear and worrying picture: diplomats and United Nations representatives, who are direct witnesses on the ground, confirm repeated violations of the ceasefire commitments by Thai forces

Editorial team
Aug 25, 20252 min read


Cambodia & Tourism: An uneven recovery and persistent disparities
The year 2025 marks a turning point for Cambodia's tourism sector, as illustrated by official statistics documented in the Ministry of Tourism's report for July 2025. After a decade of almost continuous growth, the pandemic disrupted flows, but data points to a recovery and transformation of dynamics, driven by market diversification and national resilience.

Editorial team
Aug 25, 20253 min read


‘Breath of Nature’ – Nou Sary at Sofitel Phnom Penh: Art in harmony with nature
L'artiste cambodgien Nou Sary, figure emblématique de la scène contemporaine cambodgienne, dévoile actuellement son exposition intitulée "Breath of Nature" à la galerie du Sofitel Phnom Penh.

Christophe Gargiulo
Aug 21, 20253 min read


Cambodia: Return of Chinese travellers, 48.2% growth in 2025
After years marked by the health crisis and a global slowdown in international travel, Cambodia is now regaining one of its most dynamic historical tourist markets: China.

Editorial team
Aug 20, 20252 min read


KOFI in Cambodia: Between passion, local commitment and challenge
In Cambodia's coffee industry, KOFI has established itself as a major player, recognised locally and internationally for its ambition and professional rigour. However, the brand is currently facing a unique challenge related to a barcode incident that has tested its integrity and sparked rumours and debate within the sector.

Editorial team
Aug 20, 20254 min read


Cambodia & Reportage: On the front line facing Thai aggression
Living in Ratanakiri in north-eastern Cambodia, our family's daily life revolves around hospitality, elephants, the forest and conservation projects. But when war comes knocking at the country's door, it is of course difficult to remain indifferent. The Airavata Foundation is not just about elephants: it is also a commitment to Cambodia, its people, its culture and its history.

Chroniqueur
Aug 18, 20254 min read


True Beauty in Leadership: Cambodia's First Lady and the Essence of Authentic Humanitarian Service
Dans une région où les sourires diplomatiques masquent souvent des intentions stratégiques, la reconnaissance accordée au Dr Pich Chanmony semble célébrer quelque chose de plus profond : le type de beauté intérieure et de vertu que la philosophie antique a reconnu comme le fondement de la véritable grandeur.

Editorial team
Aug 18, 20254 min read


Border conflict & Red Line: Sovereignty trampled and Cambodian families expelled by force
In a flagrant violation of sovereignty and the most fundamental human rights, Thai soldiers crossed the border and forcibly expelled six Cambodian families from their homes in the village of Prey Chan.

Editorial team
Aug 18, 20253 min read


Cambodia & Thailand: the legitimacy of Alfaro Michael Barry, ‘White House correspondent’, called into question
He is creating a buzz locally, but what about his real impact internationally?
Alfaro Michael Barry is presented in some Cambodian media and on social networks as an American journalist and ‘White House correspondent’. He has made a name for himself through his interventions on the border, and several videos show him on the ground, strongly denouncing the attitude of the Thai army and calling for peace in Cambodia, while appealing to American presidents and institutions.

Editorial team
Aug 18, 20254 min read


Soreasmey Ke Bin: ‘Between borders, diplomacy and Francophone ambitions, Cambodia must think about the future’
Between a border dispute with Thailand, trade negotiations with the United States and preparations for the 2026 Francophonie Summit in Siem Reap, Soreasmey Ke Bin shares a clear vision: to defend Cambodia's interests while strengthening its regional and international ties. In this exclusive interview, the entrepreneur and Francophonie promoter for Southeast Asia discusses the strategic issues shaping the country's future.

Christophe Gargiulo
Aug 14, 20257 min read


Cambodia & Solidarity : OCIC Group and KPCC Join Forces with Rabbit School to Expand Campus for Children with Disabilities
Rabbit School, a Cambodian non-governmental organization that provides education to children with intellectual disabilities and autism, is receiving support from Overseas Cambodian Investment Corporation (OCIC Group) and its affiliated company, Koh Pich Construction Company (KPCC), to expand its main campus in Phnom Penh, allowing more children to benefit from the NGO’s inclusive education programs.

Partenaire Presse
Aug 14, 20252 min read


Border: The fate of 18 Cambodian soldiers detained in Thailand amid tensions
Since the ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand was declared on 28 July 2025, the detention of 18 Cambodian soldiers in Thailand has been a source of serious diplomatic concern and intense legal debate.

Editorial team
Aug 12, 20254 min read


Lina Hak: The Visionary Director Steering Thalias Hospitality into Cambodia’s Premier Culinary and Hospitality Sphere
In the ever-evolving hospitality landscape of Cambodia, few figures stand out as prominently as Lina Hak, the Director of Operations at Thalias Hospitality. With a career spanning nearly two decades, Lina has been instrumental in shaping the identity and success of some of Phnom Penh’s most acclaimed dining and hotel experiences. Today, we delve into an exclusive interview with Lina Hak to explore her journey, leadership philosophy, and vision for the future of Thalias Hospit

Editorial team
Aug 11, 20252 min read


Ceasefire with Thailand: Between fragile hopes and civic solidarity
For several months, the border between Cambodia and Thailand has been the scene of a conflict that has had a profound impact on the region in military, economic, social and tourist terms. On 11 August 2025, the situation shows signs of relative stability, but the issues at stake remain serious and complex, involving prisoners, refugees, diplomatic actors and citizen initiatives in favour of peace.

Editorial team
Aug 11, 20253 min read


Elegy for Citta Uong: A cinematic voice from Cambodia has been silenced
The Cambodian film world mourns the loss of Citta Uong (also known as Uong Kanthouk), a pioneering filmmaker whose captivating and profound work marked the golden age of Cambodian cinema in the 1960s and 1970s.

Editorial team
Aug 8, 20252 min read


Lights of Exoticism: The flamboyant life of Jules Agostini, engineer, explorer and photographer from the ends of the earth (1859–1930)
Born in 1859 in the hamlet of Arbarella, on the rugged and proud island of Corsica, Jules Agostini grew up in fin-de-siècle France, with a vivid imagination for distant lands and the strangeness of other places.

Editorial team
Aug 7, 20254 min read


Kep & LifeStyle: ‘Knai Bang Chatt Executive Chamber’, where visionary leaders reinvent themselves
In a world where the urgency to perform eats away at executives' time, are there still sanctuaries where they can deeply recharge while lucidly mapping out the next chapter of their career? Knai Bang Chatt, a sustainable gem on the Cambodian coast, now offers a unique, bold and transformative answer: the ‘Purposeful Pause – Executive Leadership Chamber’.

Voyageuse Passion
Aug 7, 20255 min read


Opinion & Border dispute: ‘Thailand must rewrite its history and accept the truth’
By Major General Tith Viseth: Thailand is shooting itself in the foot by attacking Cambodia! Beyond hatred and anger, it is indeed for these reasons that the Thai army continues to provoke Cambodia at a time when an immediate and unconditional ceasefire has been declared by Malaysia.

Chroniqueur
Aug 7, 20254 min read


Journey to the heart of Cambodia of yesteryear: Reflections of a Bordeaux sailor on a land of untapped promise
At the end of the 19th century, a French merchant navy officer based in the port of Bordeaux wrote a rare and valuable account: a travel letter to Cambodia, then an independent kingdom under the absolute rule of a monarch described with striking frankness.

Editorial team
Aug 6, 20253 min read


Cambodia – Thailand: When the border burns, tourism suffocates
While the authorities are trying to reassure people about the safety of major destinations, tourism operators are expressing growing disappointment at the reality on the ground and the tangible consequences of this instability for their industry.

Eco News
Aug 6, 20253 min read


Cambodia & Dreams in Motion: How beauty restores strength and hope to the women of Boeung Trabek
Four determined Cambodian women from the Boeung Trabek slum in Phnom Penh beautifully tell a story of empowerment and resilience through a profession that is often underestimated: hairdressing and beauty care.

Editorial team
Aug 4, 20253 min read


The Dreams of Heroes : A Story of Cambodians Killed by Thai Aggression
Defining a hero in a time of aggression: How do we define a hero? Must a hero be a soldier who is killed in war, an officer, or a leader of men? Must he be highly trained, educated, or even smart?

Youk Chhang
Aug 4, 20254 min read
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