Cambodia

As Coronavirus Spreads in the Kingdom, Cambodians Turn to Cultural Traditions

Chief monks across the country had asked the public to not attend these blessing ceremonies because the government had banned religious gatherings.

Unemployed Siem Reap Temple Workers in Limbo, As French and Cambodian Officials, Fail to Find Resolution

The dispute involving the EFEO, the French Embassy, and the Apsara Authority over wages and employee benefits has left 126 workers without any work for nearly two years.

Prime Minister Hints at Declaring State of Emergency; Criticizes Price Gouging

Cambodia, he said, would need to enact a law first to implement the Article 22 of the Constitution, adding that he needs to know the scope of the state of emergency. Hun Sen did add that it would curtail “civil liberties.”

China Sends Ships, Planes over Disputed Seas to Show Strength after COVID-19 Outbreak

China is asserting itself in disputed waters around Asia this month to look strong after containing the world’s first coronavirus outbreak as the rest of the world grapples with the disease now.

Observers: U.S. Ambassador’s Trial Appearance Strategic, Protects Interests in Cambodia

The U.S. Ambassador’s presence at the opposition leader’s treason trial and statement outside the courtroom signal setting aside soft approaches with Phnom Penh and putting front Washington’s opposition to the prosecution.

Government Struggles to Monitor Returning Migrant Workers for Coronavirus

Six New COVID-19 Cases; Four from Already-Quarantined Viking Journey Cruise

Cambodia Children's Fund Helps Curb COVID-19 Spread in Stung Meanchey

Hit by Factory Closures, Vendors Struggle as Garment Workers Stay Home

Ministry of Labor spokesman Heng Sour said that as of mid-March, 53 factories had suspended their operations because of supply chain issues, affecting at least 34,000 garment workers.

French Tourists with COVID-19 Traveled across Country; Authorities Attempting to Trace Others

It was unclear if all staff members at these hotels would be tested and if officials would be able to trace all the people the French tour group came in contact with. 

Cambodian Migrant Workers Rush Back As Thai Border Closed