Economy

After Blessing, Diamond Bridge Reopens To Traffic

Some of the bridge survivors say they do not want to see the bridge reopened so soon—if ever.

Asian Political Leaders Meet To Address Regional Issues

Ninety-five political leaders from 44 Asia and Pacific nations met in Phnom Penh on Thursday to strengthen their role in the region.

Kong Sothanarith's report aired 02 December, 2010

National Assembly Passes $2.4 Billion Budget

The 2011 budget that the Cambodian National Assembly recently passed totaled to $2.4 billion.

'Rare Earth' Exploitation Could Begin by 2015: Officials

Cambodia has an estimated 25 different mineral types, from bauxite to zinc, gold, iron, and gems.

Mekong Countries Consider Rice Coalition

Thailand is the world's largest rice exporter, followed by Vietnam, and Cambodia meanwhile exports about 100,000 tons per year.

Asean's Poorer Nations Find Need to Cooperate

The leaders of Burma, Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam met in Phnom Penh on Tuesday, vowing closer ties for economic growth.

Groups See Lack in 2011 Agricultural Budget

Agriculture has emerged as a main economic driver for Cambodia, propping up the country in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis.

Lack of Finance Holding Back Enterprises: Experts

More than 300 participants gathered Wednesday for a national forum sponsored by the International Finance Corporation.

US, Chinese Interest ‘Good Fortune’: Political Analyst

Cambodia saw two senior-level visits from both countries week, including a stopover Monday by US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

Air France Eyeing March Take Off to Phnom Penh

Air France suspended service to Cambodia more than 35 years ago, with the country on the verge of collapse to the Khmer Rouge.