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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Surging Thai Gold Exports to Cambodia Sparks Demand for Probe - Bloomberg.comSurging Thai Gold Exports to Cambodia Sparks Demand for Probe  Bloomberg.com

Restoration of Chorm Temple in Cambodia's Angkor complex nears completion - XinhuaRestoration of Chorm Temple in Cambodia's Angkor complex nears completion  Xinhua

Thailand’s Soaring Gold Exports to Cambodia Linked to Riel Volatility - Nation ThailandThailand’s Soaring Gold Exports to Cambodia Linked to Riel Volatility  Nation Thailand

Malaysia Unites with Indonesia, Cambodia, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and Azerbaijan as Canada Issues Urgent New Travel Advisory Amid Escalating Security Threats for Fall 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldMalaysia Unites with Indonesia, Cambodia, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and Azerbaijan as Canada Issues Urgent New Travel Advisory Amid Escalating Security Threats for Fall 2025  Travel And Tour World

Prime Minister Anutin orders probe into unusual gold exports to Cambodia - Nation ThailandPrime Minister Anutin orders probe into unusual gold exports to Cambodia  Nation Thailand

How Cambodia, a staunch ally of China, became infatuated with Trump - The Washington PostHow Cambodia, a staunch ally of China, became infatuated with Trump  The Washington Post

Thailand-Cambodia conflict: BBC visits villages caught in the middle - BBCThailand-Cambodia conflict: BBC visits villages caught in the middle  BBC

Cambodia opens new airport in Phnom Penh aiming to boost tourism - AP NewsCambodia opens new airport in Phnom Penh aiming to boost tourism  AP News

US sanctions billion-dollar cyber scam networks in Myanmar and Cambodia - ReutersUS sanctions billion-dollar cyber scam networks in Myanmar and Cambodia  Reuters

Thailand-Cambodia Conflict (2025) | Background, Escalation, Map, & Ceasefire - BritannicaThailand-Cambodia Conflict (2025) | Background, Escalation, Map, & Ceasefire  Britannica

CPJ, partners urge Cambodia to release 2 journalists charged with treason - Committee to Protect JournalistsCPJ, partners urge Cambodia to release 2 journalists charged with treason  Committee to Protect Journalists

Angkor Resources: Unlocking Cambodia’s Resource Potential through Energy and Minerals Assets - Investing News NetworkAngkor Resources: Unlocking Cambodia’s Resource Potential through Energy and Minerals Assets  Investing News Network

Thai navy warns of escalation if Cambodia ignores RBC border agreement - Nation ThailandThai navy warns of escalation if Cambodia ignores RBC border agreement  Nation Thailand

Dehradun man arrested for ?78 lakh 'digital arrest' scam with retired army officer, cops allege Cambodia link | Latest News India - Hindustan TimesDehradun man arrested for ?78 lakh 'digital arrest' scam with retired army officer, cops allege Cambodia link | Latest News India  Hindustan Times

Cambodia’s Chorm Temple: From ruin to revival, restoration efforts near completion - Asia News NetworkCambodia’s Chorm Temple: From ruin to revival, restoration efforts near completion  Asia News Network

1888 Mills, Sapphire, blc Textiles, Cambodia Textiles form joint venture - Home Textiles Today1888 Mills, Sapphire, blc Textiles, Cambodia Textiles form joint venture  Home Textiles Today

When Innovation Meets Inclusion: Cambodia’s Vision for Borderless Finance - International BankerWhen Innovation Meets Inclusion: Cambodia’s Vision for Borderless Finance  International Banker

Cambodia honors Leung Chun-ying for healthcare contributions - chinadailyasia.comCambodia honors Leung Chun-ying for healthcare contributions  chinadailyasia.com

Cambodia entry process - Travel And Tour WorldCambodia entry process  Travel And Tour World

Thailand, Cambodia Pledge to De-escalate Situation at Disputed Border - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThailand, Cambodia Pledge to De-escalate Situation at Disputed Border  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Indian delegation visits Cambodia to bolster cashew trade and investment - The HinduIndian delegation visits Cambodia to bolster cashew trade and investment  The Hindu

Kurukshetra Police bust Cambodia-linked cyber fraud gang; 1 arrested - Tribune IndiaKurukshetra Police bust Cambodia-linked cyber fraud gang; 1 arrested  Tribune India

Thai Navy protests Cambodian encroachment in Trat, demands removal and construction halt - Nation ThailandThai Navy protests Cambodian encroachment in Trat, demands removal and construction halt  Nation Thailand

Why are Thailand and Cambodia fighting over a Hindu temple? - The HinduWhy are Thailand and Cambodia fighting over a Hindu temple?  The Hindu

2 Cambodian journalists detained over border conflict coverage - Committee to Protect Journalists2 Cambodian journalists detained over border conflict coverage  Committee to Protect Journalists

A look inside Cambodia’s newest airport - CNNA look inside Cambodia’s newest airport  CNN

Cambodia MPs pass ‘chilling’ bill enabling citizenship to be stripped - The GuardianCambodia MPs pass ‘chilling’ bill enabling citizenship to be stripped  The Guardian

B&B Italia opens new Italian design destination in Cambodia - Interior DailyB&B Italia opens new Italian design destination in Cambodia  Interior Daily

What the new proposal means for Cambodia - China DailyWhat the new proposal means for Cambodia  China Daily

Kinstellar grows Cambodia offering with senior hire from Slovak firm - | Asian Legal BusinessKinstellar grows Cambodia offering with senior hire from Slovak firm  | Asian Legal Business

Japan Warns Cambodia Over Border Closures as 'Thailand Plus One' Strategy Stalls - Nation ThailandJapan Warns Cambodia Over Border Closures as 'Thailand Plus One' Strategy Stalls  Nation Thailand

Sealed border ups pressure on Cambodia, says 2nd Army chief - bangkokpost.comSealed border ups pressure on Cambodia, says 2nd Army chief  bangkokpost.com

VNA – symbol for enduring Vietnam – Cambodia solidarity, friendship - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)VNA – symbol for enduring Vietnam – Cambodia solidarity, friendship  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

Cambodia, Thailand express firm commitment to resolving border issues peacefully - chinadailyasia.comCambodia, Thailand express firm commitment to resolving border issues peacefully  chinadailyasia.com

Cambodian military families mourn as nation's Thai conflict toll exceeds 50 - Nikkei AsiaCambodian military families mourn as nation's Thai conflict toll exceeds 50  Nikkei Asia

Seamless Travel to Cambodia: New v-Pass Streamlines Immigration for Tourists - Travel And Tour WorldSeamless Travel to Cambodia: New v-Pass Streamlines Immigration for Tourists  Travel And Tour World

Cambodia passes law to strip citizenship of people convicted of treason - Al JazeeraCambodia passes law to strip citizenship of people convicted of treason  Al Jazeera

Cambodia Invites Vietnamese Investment for Growth - Vietnam Economic TimesCambodia Invites Vietnamese Investment for Growth  Vietnam Economic Times

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

How Dark is the Dark-Side of Thailand-Cambodian Relations: the Case of ‘Dangrek Massacre’ or So-Called - Khaosod EnglishHow Dark is the Dark-Side of Thailand-Cambodian Relations: the Case of ‘Dangrek Massacre’ or So-Called  Khaosod English

Cambodian lawmakers pass bill to revoke citizenship that critics call repressive - CNNCambodian lawmakers pass bill to revoke citizenship that critics call repressive  CNN

This luxury cruise line now serves Asia - wallpaper.comThis luxury cruise line now serves Asia  wallpaper.com

China Exchanges Views with Thailand, Cambodia, and Malaysia on Cambodia-Thailand Border Conflict - fmprc.gov.cnChina Exchanges Views with Thailand, Cambodia, and Malaysia on Cambodia-Thailand Border Conflict  fmprc.gov.cn

Khmer route: New airport paves way for long-haul flights to Cambodia - yahoo.comKhmer route: New airport paves way for long-haul flights to Cambodia  yahoo.com

Air Cambodia to become latest customer for China-made COMAC planes - ReutersAir Cambodia to become latest customer for China-made COMAC planes  Reuters

Thai gold traders respond to JSCCIB's claim of gold exports to Cambodia driving baht appreciation - Nation ThailandThai gold traders respond to JSCCIB's claim of gold exports to Cambodia driving baht appreciation  Nation Thailand

Japan Calls on Cambodia to Reopen Borders, Warns of Economic and Tourism Setbacks - Travel And Tour WorldJapan Calls on Cambodia to Reopen Borders, Warns of Economic and Tourism Setbacks  Travel And Tour World

Cambodia: New partnership to enhance country's insurance Sector - Asia Insurance ReviewCambodia: New partnership to enhance country's insurance Sector  Asia Insurance Review

Cambodia’s garment sector urged to tackle gender-based violence - Just StyleCambodia’s garment sector urged to tackle gender-based violence  Just Style

$2.1B Thai gold exports to Cambodia ‘legal’, MTS says - Khmer Times$2.1B Thai gold exports to Cambodia ‘legal’, MTS says  Khmer Times

Cambodia Launches AI Readiness Assessment Report to Guide Ethical and Inclusive Digital Transformation - UNESCOCambodia Launches AI Readiness Assessment Report to Guide Ethical and Inclusive Digital Transformation  UNESCO

China’s Growing Presence in Nepal and Cambodia: Attempting to Fill America’s Void? - The Business StandardChina’s Growing Presence in Nepal and Cambodia: Attempting to Fill America’s Void?  The Business Standard

France encourages Cambodia and Thailand to continue their dialogue and cooperation - Khmer TimesFrance encourages Cambodia and Thailand to continue their dialogue and cooperation  Khmer Times

India closely monitors situation developing between Thailand, Cambodia – MEA - NewsonairIndia closely monitors situation developing between Thailand, Cambodia – MEA  Newsonair

IN PICTURES: Miss Universe Cambodia 2025 crowned - Khmer TimesIN PICTURES: Miss Universe Cambodia 2025 crowned  Khmer Times

Thai-Cambodia conflict: A fierce war of words keeps the two countries on edge - BBCThai-Cambodia conflict: A fierce war of words keeps the two countries on edge  BBC

Cambodia government to set new garment worker minimum wage - Just StyleCambodia government to set new garment worker minimum wage  Just Style

Thailand, Cambodia border tensions continue as talks conclude in Malaysia - Al JazeeraThailand, Cambodia border tensions continue as talks conclude in Malaysia  Al Jazeera

China's 'airport construction leader' creates new gateway for Cambodia - China DailyChina's 'airport construction leader' creates new gateway for Cambodia  China Daily

Cambodia’s Rice Exports Surge, Raking in Nearly USD 350 Million in 8 Months - Construction & Property NewsCambodia’s Rice Exports Surge, Raking in Nearly USD 350 Million in 8 Months  Construction & Property News

Cambodia, Thailand reaffirm ceasefire commitments - chinadailyasia.comCambodia, Thailand reaffirm ceasefire commitments  chinadailyasia.com

Cambodia Capital Gains Tax 2025: What Foreign Investors Must Know - ASEAN BriefingCambodia Capital Gains Tax 2025: What Foreign Investors Must Know  ASEAN Briefing

Public Health Situation Analysis - Cambodia - Conflict on Thai Border - World Health Organization (WHO)Public Health Situation Analysis - Cambodia - Conflict on Thai Border  World Health Organization (WHO)

No plan to reopen Thai–Cambodian border crossings soon, says Anutin - Nation ThailandNo plan to reopen Thai–Cambodian border crossings soon, says Anutin  Nation Thailand

Cambodian official commends VNA’s contributions to Vi?t Nam’s revolutionary press - vietnamnews.vnCambodian official commends VNA’s contributions to Vi?t Nam’s revolutionary press  vietnamnews.vn

The complex fault lines of the Thai–Cambodian armed conflict - The International Institute for Strategic StudiesThe complex fault lines of the Thai–Cambodian armed conflict  The International Institute for Strategic Studies

Cambodian officials ready for good governance training in India - Asia News NetworkCambodian officials ready for good governance training in India  Asia News Network

ASEAN Bazaar of this Year in Cambodia Showcases its Culture, Cuisine and Tourism Growth Across Southeast Asia - Travel And Tour WorldASEAN Bazaar of this Year in Cambodia Showcases its Culture, Cuisine and Tourism Growth Across Southeast Asia  Travel And Tour World

Thailand, Cambodia officials meet in Malaysia to cement ceasefire details - Al JazeeraThailand, Cambodia officials meet in Malaysia to cement ceasefire details  Al Jazeera

direct flights to Cambodia - Travel And Tour Worlddirect flights to Cambodia  Travel And Tour World

Cambodia Working to Improve Cancer Care - IAEACambodia Working to Improve Cancer Care  IAEA

Thailand returns two Cambodian troops in advance of key border talks - Al JazeeraThailand returns two Cambodian troops in advance of key border talks  Al Jazeera

Cambodia: British woman stabbed to death in Phnom Penh, say police - BBCCambodia: British woman stabbed to death in Phnom Penh, say police  BBC

Watch Cambodia's Central Bank Plays Down US Tariff Fallout - Bloomberg.comWatch Cambodia's Central Bank Plays Down US Tariff Fallout  Bloomberg.com

Thailand and Cambodia to hold ceasefire talks in Malaysia - Al JazeeraThailand and Cambodia to hold ceasefire talks in Malaysia  Al Jazeera

Are Scam Compounds the Real Cause of Thailand-Cambodia Fighting? - Foreign PolicyAre Scam Compounds the Real Cause of Thailand-Cambodia Fighting?  Foreign Policy

Thailand, Cambodia agree to ‘immediate, unconditional’ ceasefire: Malaysia - Al JazeeraThailand, Cambodia agree to ‘immediate, unconditional’ ceasefire: Malaysia  Al Jazeera

Thailand accuses Cambodia of ceasefire violations but truce still holding - Al JazeeraThailand accuses Cambodia of ceasefire violations but truce still holding  Al Jazeera

Singapore leaders congratulate Cambodia on 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations - The Straits TimesSingapore leaders congratulate Cambodia on 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations  The Straits Times

Thailand-Cambodia Ceasefire: A New Path to Peace or Prolonged Conflict? - Fair ObserverThailand-Cambodia Ceasefire: A New Path to Peace or Prolonged Conflict?  Fair Observer

Cambodia Enhances Muslim Friendly Travel with New Airport Prayer Rooms - Travel And Tour WorldCambodia Enhances Muslim Friendly Travel with New Airport Prayer Rooms  Travel And Tour World

Cambodia removes hundreds of tons of toxic chemicals from illegal drug labs - United Nations Office on Drugs and CrimeCambodia removes hundreds of tons of toxic chemicals from illegal drug labs  United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime

Hiking, Biking Adds Dimension to Experiencing Siem Reap, Cambodia’s Ancient Archeological Monuments - Garden City NewsHiking, Biking Adds Dimension to Experiencing Siem Reap, Cambodia’s Ancient Archeological Monuments  Garden City News

Maj Gen Wanchana insists Cambodia must cease threatening Thailand before border talks - Nation ThailandMaj Gen Wanchana insists Cambodia must cease threatening Thailand before border talks  Nation Thailand

Bun Rany Hun Sen leads prayer ceremony for the happiness of the Kingdom of Cambodia - Khmer TimesBun Rany Hun Sen leads prayer ceremony for the happiness of the Kingdom of Cambodia  Khmer Times

Cambodia opens new $2 billion Techo International Airport - Travel TomorrowCambodia opens new $2 billion Techo International Airport  Travel Tomorrow

Thailand again accuses Cambodia of planting land mines as 3 soldiers are hurt by blast along border - The HinduThailand again accuses Cambodia of planting land mines as 3 soldiers are hurt by blast along border  The Hindu

UNESCO World Heritage List: Cambodia genocide survivors 'thrilled' at new status - The HinduUNESCO World Heritage List: Cambodia genocide survivors 'thrilled' at new status  The Hindu

Protection of heritage in Cambodia and Thailand: UNESCO stands ready to provide assistance - UNESCO World Heritage CentreProtection of heritage in Cambodia and Thailand: UNESCO stands ready to provide assistance  UNESCO World Heritage Centre

Thai soldiers injured by landmine near Cambodia amid fragile truce - Al JazeeraThai soldiers injured by landmine near Cambodia amid fragile truce  Al Jazeera

Air Cambodia looks to buy COMAC jets - Asian AviationAir Cambodia looks to buy COMAC jets  Asian Aviation

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Cambodia - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Cambodia  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Acting FM holds phone talks with Cambodian Deputy PM, FM - vietnamnews.vnActing FM holds phone talks with Cambodian Deputy PM, FM  vietnamnews.vn

Anutin slams misleading reports on Thai-Cambodia border reopening - Nation ThailandAnutin slams misleading reports on Thai-Cambodia border reopening  Nation Thailand

The sweet and sour friendship between Cambodia and Thailand - Asia News NetworkThe sweet and sour friendship between Cambodia and Thailand  Asia News Network

Fruit and veg threat extends Thailand-Cambodia border row - Al JazeeraFruit and veg threat extends Thailand-Cambodia border row  Al Jazeera

How Cambodia’s Hun Sen Is Playing the World and Buying Time - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineHow Cambodia’s Hun Sen Is Playing the World and Buying Time  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Thailand’s gold exports to Cambodia soar to 68 billion baht, JSCCIB urges urgent investigation - Nation ThailandThailand’s gold exports to Cambodia soar to 68 billion baht, JSCCIB urges urgent investigation  Nation Thailand

Blue Green Ecotourism Project by WWF Cambodia Promotes Sustainable Tourism and Empowerment in Kratie - Travel And Tour WorldBlue Green Ecotourism Project by WWF Cambodia Promotes Sustainable Tourism and Empowerment in Kratie  Travel And Tour World

'Nature's clean-up crew': Cambodia's vulture population remains stable - The Korea Herald'Nature's clean-up crew': Cambodia's vulture population remains stable  The Korea Herald