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Cambodia & Solidarity: ‘Phare Activity Camp’, where children can be children again
It all began in heavy silence, broken only by the sound of footsteps in the mud and anxious whispers. After the initial distribution of food and an urgent assessment of needs in the two largest camps for internally displaced persons (IDPs), the Phare Ponleu Selpak team in Battambang decided that more was needed than just material aid.

Partenaire Presse
Aug 113 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 82 min read


Chronicle: Memories and nostalgia surrounding the French language in the kingdom of smiles
When I landed at Pochentong Airport on 25 July 1973, I was struck by the stifling heat and intense humidity. This oppressive heat was accompanied by a persistent, striking, indefinable and captivating smell. This fervent mixture revealed the many scents present on this continent. These fragrances, which can be detected no matter what country you are in, remain the same across borders. Invisible and subtle, they crept into my nostrils, penetrating me without my knowledge, and

Chroniqueur
Aug 45 min read


Photographic Requiem: Tribute to journalists who died during the war in Cambodia
The Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) and Meta House Phnom Penh are highlighting the courage and perseverance of journalists through an exceptional photographic exhibition dedicated to the brave souls who courageously documented the dark hours of the Cambodian wars of the 1960s and 1970s.

Editorial team
Aug 43 min read


The origins of the Thai people: From southern China to their indelible ties with the Khmer Empire
The history of the peoples and kingdoms of Southeast Asia is a fascinating melting pot of migrations, cultural exchanges and fierce rivalries. The Thai people and the Kingdom of Siam reveal a rich tapestry of Khmer influence that is still alive and well in the collective memory.

Christophe Gargiulo
Jul 303 min read


Solidarity: Matthieu Majoli, a bridge between France and Cambodia in the service of education
In a rich and candid interview, Matthieu Majoli, a Frenchman of Cambodian descent, reflects on his unusual career path and his passionate commitment to the Kep Educational Centre.

Christophe Gargiulo
Jul 305 min read


The Guardians of Memory: Voices and Elephants of Mondulkiri
On the afternoon of 22 July 2025, the Hill Tribes Memory Community Centre organised a forum entitled ‘Listening to the Stories of Villagers’, bringing together twelve students who had participated in the Forum on the History of the Khmer Rouge a month earlier.

Youk Chhang
Jul 293 min read


Yeay Mao: The mysterious guardian of the Cambodian coast
In the misty highlands of Cambodia and along the winding roads that run along the southern coast, a unique spirit reigns: Yeay Mao, the legendary matriarch and protector of travellers, fishermen and hunters.

Editorial team
Jul 214 min read


The digital awakening: How artificial intelligence is reshaping Cambodia's media landscape
The Cambodian media industry is on the cusp of transformation as artificial intelligence (AI) begins to take hold in newsrooms, production studios and the country's dynamic online media landscape.

Chroniqueur
Jul 214 min read


Phnom Penh & Exhibition: Netratuoh (Viewlines) by Prum Ero
SNA Arts Management est ravi de présenter Netratuoh (Sightlines), la deuxième exposition solo de l'artiste Prum Ero. L'exposition présente une série de photographies, une installation sonore expérimentale et une projection de documents tirés des archives personnelles de l'artiste.

Editorial team
Jul 214 min read


Émile Gsell: The lens that captured the forgotten splendor of 19th-century Indochina
Émile Gsell (1838–1879) was one of the pioneers of photography. This self-taught French artist brought to light the majestic ruins of Angkor and the rich cultural mosaic of Southeast Asia at a time marked by expanding exploration and colonial encounters.

Christophe Gargiulo
Jul 164 min read


Cambodia: Kep crab market, just a few steps away
Photos freeze moments in time, words wander through them.
(…) Even kitsch has its charm, and the strings of multicolored seashell decorations don't look out of place in this multicultural market bordering a calm sea. A sea that is actually a bay,
(…) Even kitsch has its charm, and the strings of multicolored seashell decorations don't look out of place in this multicultural market bordering a calm sea. A sea that is actually a bay, Kep Bay, in the Gulf of Siam, part of the

Chroniqueur
Jul 153 min read


Cambodia & Culture: The Soum family, talented goldsmiths and royal lineage
Their copper and silver sculptures are among the best known in the country, such as the statue of the supreme patriarch Chuon Nath, the royal tiered parasols Chatra, the Sakyamuni stupa on Phnom Oudong hill, also known as Phnom Preah Reach Troap, and the logos of the Ministry of the Interior and the Cambodian People's Party.

Editorial team
Jul 153 min read


Cambodia & In Pictures: Large crowds gather at the French Embassy on July 14
Despite gloomy weather, more than 500 French citizens, Franco-Cambodians, friends of France, and prominent figures gathered yesterday to celebrate Bastille Day with enthusiasm.

Editorial team
Jul 151 min read


Cambodia's green renaissance: the “Green Sprout” exhibition and the campaign to plant a million palm trees aim to transform the country's environmental future
As part of an initiative promoting responsible environmental management and sustainable development, Cambodia is preparing to host the historic “Green Sprout” exhibition and an ambitious campaign to plant one million palm trees by 2025.

Editorial team
Jul 143 min read


Cambodia's memorial sites: from centers of repression to places of peace and reflection — A new chapter in the history of World Heritage
In a historic and deeply symbolic decision, the serial site known as “Cambodia's Killing Fields Memorials: From Killing Centers to Places of Peace and Reflection” has been officially inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This historic announcement was made during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France, marking an important moment for Cambodia and the international community.

Editorial team
Jul 144 min read


Culture: Cambodia seeks UNESCO recognition for traditional Khmer marriage
The Cambodian Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts has officially submitted the application file for “traditional Khmer marriage, Khmer marriage or kar” to the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

La Rédaction
Jul 142 min read


Cambodia & History: 17 years of glory for the Preah Vihear temple, a World Heritage Site
Education and awareness remain central to the temple's future. UNESCO and the Cambodian authorities emphasize the role of heritage in promoting peace, respect, and mutual understanding, values that resonate far beyond the stone walls of the temple.
As Cambodia celebrates this important 17-year milestone, the temple of Preah Vihear is more than a relic of the past. It is a living symbol of national unity, international cooperation, and the enduring power of cultural heritage.

Editorial team
Jul 93 min read


Indochina & Cambodia: Pierre Paul Marie Benoît de La Grandière, Master of Colonial Diplomacy
In the annals of French colonial history, few figures embody the ambitions, contradictions, and complexity of the 19th-century imperial project as much as Pierre Paul Marie Benoît de La Grandière.

Editorial team
Jul 85 min read


Im Pesey: A Symphony of Resilience – The soul of Cambodia revealed through art at Sofitel Phnom Penh
On Friday, July 4, the Sofitel Gallery had the honor of inaugurating its 33rd exhibition, showcasing the remarkable works of Cambodian artist Im Pesey. The opening reception, which drew over a hundred attendees—art enthusiasts, journalists, and friends of the artist—was enhanced by a musical performance on a traditional instrument, creating a culturally rich and evocative atmosphere for this beautiful evening of art.

Editorial team
Jul 73 min read


Cambodia & History: Visit to the Hill Tribes Memory Community Center, Mondulkiri
In early 2023, the Documentation Center of Cambodia (DC Cam) launched a project entitled “Community Memory Center for Hill Tribes” in the village of Putaing, Romnea district, Sen Monorom town, Mondulkiri province. The center supports survivors of the Khmer Rouge genocide by strengthening its community development activities.

Youk Chhang
Jun 303 min read


Tradition: Birthday of Her Majesty the Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk
Her Majesty Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk celebrates her 89th birthday on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

Youk Chhang
Jun 184 min read


Phnom Penh & Culture: Let's celebrate Music Day together at the French Institute!
An unmissable French cultural event that has gone international, the French Institute in Cambodia invites you once again to its Music Festival on Saturday, June 21, starting at 7 p.m. on its outdoor stage, for an evening dedicated to bringing together the new Cambodian and French music scenes! Four free concerts will be offered from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., for the enjoyment of the whole family.

Editorial team
Jun 173 min read


Exhibition: Jean-Michel Gallet's lens captures three decades of rural life in Cambodia at the Bophana Center
The rural heart of Cambodia is in the spotlight in a new exhibition at the Bophana Center, where French photographer JM Gallet unveils more than 30 years of photographic dedication to the country's farmers.

Partenaire Presse
Jun 122 min read
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