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U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh Hosts 249th U.S. Independence Day Celebration
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 04, 2025 -- The U.S. Embassy hosted at the Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra on July 3 a celebration of the 249th Independence Day of the United States of America. The event was presided over by H.E. Sun Chanthol, Cambodian Deputy...
India in active negotiations with over dozen countries for finalising bilateral investment treaties: Official
The Hindu Business Line
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July 6, 2025
With India approaching to become the third-largest economy and a hub for global manufacturing, the government is taking a series of measures to further improve its investment regime that encourages investors. India is actively negotiating...
Authorities Investigate Two Major Cases Involving Thai-Cambodian Nationals
Khaosod English
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July 5, 2025
BANGKOK — Thai authorities have launched investigations into two major criminal cases this week, both involving Cambodian nationals, amid ongoing diplomatic tensions between Thailand and Cambodia. Illegal Gambling Den Raided in Bangkok The...
Cambodia artefact rumours ‘false’
Bangkok Post
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July 4, 2025
Paetongtarn shoots down misinformation while discussing new mission as culture minister PUBLISHED : 4 Jul 2025 at 22:02 Suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has dismissed reports that Thailand is preparing to imminently transfer 20...
Cambodia, Japan launch 1st phase of cross-border QR code payment linkage
Xinhua News Agency
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PHNOM PENH, July 4 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia and Japan on Friday launched the first phase of cross-border QR code payment connection, said a press release from the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC). NBC's Governor Chea Serey presided over the launch...
Cambodia and Malaysia Launch Business Matching Program to Enhance Investment Cooperation
Construction & Property News
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July 3, 2025
In a significant step towards strengthening bilateral ties, Cambodia and Malaysia have jointly established a business matching program aimed at boosting investment growth between the two nations. The program, held from June 26 to 29, saw...
Cambodia and US advance on reciprocal trade deal
Prensa Latina - Cuba
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July 4, 2025
This on line meeting was chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol and Deputy Assistant USTR for Southeast Asia and the Pacific, Sarah Ellerman. The joint statement, which will be released soon, reflects the progress in negotiations for a...
Russians, Cambodians arrested for fraud using the name of Senate President Hun Sen
Khmer Times
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July 5, 2025
The Department of Anti-Technology Crime has cracked down on a gang of Telegram scammers – including 2 Russian nationals – who fraudulently used the name of Hun Sen, President of the Senate of Cambodia, to swindle unsuspecting Cambodians. The...
Samdech Sudary Reiterates Cambodia’s Move to Bring Border Di...
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 05, 2025 -- Speaking to the frontline armed forces, Samdech Maha Rathsapheathika Thipadei Khuon Sudary, President of the National Assembly of Cambodia, reiterated the National Assembly’s full support for the Royal Government’s...
Cambodia and Malaysia Set to Boost Investment Cooperation in Key Sectors
Construction & Property News
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July 4, 2025
In a significant move to enhance economic collaboration, a delegation from Malaysia, including investors, businessmen, and representatives from the Malaysian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, recently met with officials from Cambodia’s Ministry of...
Government Unveils Plans for Agro-Industrial Zones in Western Cambodia
Construction & Property News
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July 5, 2025
In a significant boost for the economy of western Cambodia, Prime Minister Hun Manet announced on July 1, 2025, the establishment of agro-industrial zones in Battambang, Banteay Meanchey, and Pursat provinces. This decision was made during his...
China the target in US-Vietnam trade deal
World Socialist Web Site
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July 5, 2025
The agreement reached by the US and Vietnam on “reciprocal tariffs” announced on Wednesday underscores the nature of Trump’s economic war against the world. It is aimed at establishing a global economic dictatorship directed against China, whose...
Cambodia, Japan Launch Cross-Border QR Payments
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 04, 2025 -- The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) and the Payments Japan Association (PJA) organised an official launching ceremony for cross-border payments via QR Code on "Cross-Border QR Payment Cooperation between Cambodia...
Cambodia, US Agree on Draft Joint Statement on Framework for US-Cambodia Agreement on Reciprocal Trade: Spokesperson Unit
Fresh News
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Hits: 202 (Phnom Penh): The Royal Government Spokesperson Unit has the honor to inform the public that in the morning of 4 July 2025, at the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman...
Paetongtarn orders review of returning 20 ancient artifacts to Cambodia
Pattaya Mail
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July 4, 2025
Paetongtarn denies fake news on artifact returns, orders review amid budget concerns and sovereignty assurances. BANGKOK, Thailand – Prime Minister and Minister of Culture Paetongtarn Shinawatra chaired a meeting at the Ministry of Culture,...
US-India mini trade deal in works to avoid 26% reciprocal tariff set to kick in from July 9
Kashmir Reader
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July 4, 2025
NEW DELHI: India and the United States may ink a mini trade deal by Monday to avoid a 26 per cent reciprocal tariff, which is set to kick in from July 9, with the two countries seeking to reduce disagreements over opening access to Indian markets...
Visa Expands Card Acceptance at Makro Stores in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, Enhancing Digital Payment Options
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 03, 2025 -- Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, on July 2 announced the expansion of its card acceptance services at Makro stores in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. This significant development advances the digital...
The India-US trade deal is on Trump's desk. Will he sign?
Mint
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July 5, 2025
The key sticking points remain the same as reported by Mint on 11 June. “The final stretch of India-US trade talks has centred around sensitive sectors such as dairy, agriculture, digital, genetically modified (GM) seeds and medical services, with...
Trade Deal With Vietnam Draws Mixed Reactions from U.S. Retailers
INSTOREMAG
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July 4, 2025
“It’s not great, but it could’ve been worse.” That seems to be the main reaction by retailers to news that the Trump administration had reached a tentative tariff deal with Vietnam that called for 20% levies on imported goods from that country,...
Cambodia’s East Wing Auditing and Consulting joins UHY network
International Accounting Bulletin
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July 3, 2025
UHY International has expanded its global network to Cambodia by incorporating East Wing Auditing and Consulting, based in Phnom Penh. The UHY International network now comprises more than 320 offices in 96 countries, employing more than 10,000...