A new chapter opens today in Siem Reap's cultural landscape with the inauguration of the Sar Modern Art Museum. This pioneering institution is the first space entirely dedicated to the celebration of modern and contemporary art in Cambodia, an audacious project.

Cambodian director Danech San walked the famous steps of the Cannes Film Festival with a singular elegance, a moment charged with promise and emotion.

On May 20, 2024; the Documentation Center of Cambodia organized the first conference on "Future of Cambodia without Genocide, during which Samdech Moha Bovor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, stated that “All government institutions, both military and civilian, must support the work of genocide education for future generations.

The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Cambodia (CCIFC) is proud to present the 2025 edition of its prestigious Charity Gala, to be held on May 29 at the luxurious Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra. This prestigious charity event focuses on compassion and cultural celebration, supporting two vital organizations: Enfants d'Asie and Kampuchea Sela Handicap Organization.

French-Cambodian artist Adana Mam Legros will open her exhibition entitled “Tracing the Thread of Unconsciousness: Unfolding the Inner Self” on Wednesday May 21, 2025 at Station 350 - Phnom Penh.

The Tuol Sleng genocide museum in Phnom Penh is a grim memorial to one of the darkest chapters in Cambodian history. Built in 1962 as Tuol Svay Prey High School, the site was transformed in 1976 by the Khmer Rouge regime into Security Prison 21 (S-21), a center for the detention, interrogation, torture and extermination of suspected political enemies during their reign from 1975 to 1979.

The King, the government and the people of Cambodia are deeply committed to the Royal Sacred Ploughing Ceremony, to be held in Kampong Chhnang province on May 15, to ensure the best possible agricultural season for the country's food crops.

Cambodia will celebrate the 72nd birthday of His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boromneath Norodom Sihamoni, son of the late King Father Norodom Sihanouk and Queen Norodom Monineath, on Wednesday, May 14.

On April 17, 1975, the Khmer Rouge seized Phnom Penh, marking the beginning of a horrific chapter in Cambodia's history. The French Embassy in Phnom Penh became a refuge for refugees, sheltering around 1,500 people, including French nationals, Cambodians, and other foreigners seeking protection from the advancing Khmer Rouge forces. However, the embassy's ability to save these refugees was severely limited by the political and military realities of the time.

Linda Nguon is the founder of Banh Mi Média, an organization that describes itself as “France's first media outlet dedicated to Asian cultures and identities.” After living in Asia for eight years, she launched the platform with the aim of giving a voice to a community in France that is often overlooked and sometimes affected by racism and a lack of recognition.

Excerpts from an interview with the legendary Christine Spengler conducted in 2009 by Margaux Duquesne. Christine Spengler is a war photographer, one of the few to have brought back photographs from the bombing of Phnom Penh in April 1975.

In the remote corners of southwestern Cambodia, the S'aoch, an ethnic minority numbering fewer than 110 people, face the imminent extinction of their language, culture, and identity.

Redouanne Harjane, the famous French comedian and musician known for his unique blend of stand-up, absurd poetry, and music, will perform in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, in 2025. His show is scheduled for May 31 at the prestigious Raffles Hotel Le Royal.

On Sunday, May 11, 2025, Cambodia celebrated Visak Bochea Day, one of the most important holidays in the Buddhist calendar, commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and entry into nirvana of the Buddha.

Discovered by local gallery owners through Cambodge Mag and Chantha R, artist Ramya Chuon is exhibiting some of her works at the Raffles Hotel Le Royal as part of the TranscenDance exhibition with DinArt. This is an opportunity to look back on the career of this extraordinary Franco-Khmer artist.

While the extent of women's involvement in the atrocities committed by the Khmer Rouge is poorly understood, researchers believe that it is greatly underestimated, if not ignored altogether.

In the early 2000s, Suy Senglim met a French journalist who shared his passion for photography. He decided to put his new hobby to good use and launch a book project on endangered birds in Cambodia.

Next November, the streets of Battambang will come alive with creativity, color, and cultural celebrations during the fourth edition of the S'Art urban art festival, organized by Phare Ponleu Selpak and the TUI Care Foundation.

After the Khmer Rouge regime seized power on April 17, 1975, the Khmer Rouge government created a new unit called “Unit 164,” led by Meas Mut (Ta Mok's son-in-law) to oversee the southwestern region. A survivor, Nhoeung Chroeung, recounts his experiences.

The Raffles Hotel Le Royal and The Gallerist continue their collaboration with the TranscenDance exhibition by talented Cambodian artists DinArt and Ramya Chuon, which opened last Monday.

Music and art collide as Musica Felice celebrates Europe Day at their 14th Charity Concert.The concert, which is one of Phnom Penh’s premier arts and culture events, will be held on Sunday, 11 May in the Grand Ballroom at Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra.

Last night, the Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra unveiled its 32nd exhibition at The Gallery, showcasing “April Rains” by internationally renowned Franco-Cambodian artist Séra Ing.

Yesterday, the French Embassy hosted a roundtable discussion with around 30 local journalists to discuss relations between France and Cambodia. The French ambassador described the meeting as essential in light of the changes and threats facing the press in today's world.

Cambodia is impressing visitors at the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, Japan, where the country is showcasing not only its vibrant culture, but also its creative industries and export potential to an international audience.