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Royal Cambodian Navy Hosts HMS SPEY for First UK Warship Visit and Joint Drills
The British Royal Navy vessel HMS SPEY (P234) made a five-day port call at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port from 13–17 February 2023, marking the first visit of a United Kingdom naval ship to Cambodia. The visit focused on courtesy calls, friendship-building, and joint naval exercises between the Royal Cambodian Navy and the UK Royal Navy.
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MOWRAM Inspects O&M and Rehabilitation of Vai Ko and Prek Me Khsay Irrigation
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology conducted a technical inspection of routine operation and maintenance for the Vai Ko (Phase 1) irrigation system spanning four provinces and an anniversary rehabilitation of the Prek Me Khsay irrigation system in Prey Veng province. The works cover canal earthworks, hydraulic structures, and drainage facilities supporting wet and dry season irrigation over several thousand hectares of farmland.
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Ministry of Tourism Continues Quality Recognition for Cambodian Tourist Boat Services
The Ministry of Tourism is continuing inspections and quality recognition for Cambodian tourist boat services based on 34 assessment criteria and 19 mandatory conditions. The ministry is accepting ongoing applications from tourist boat businesses, conducting safety and quality checks before issuing service quality certificates, and has listed several certified operators in Kampot province.
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SERC Marks Official Opening of Cambodia Securities Plc as Licensed Underwriter
The Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia participated in the official opening of Cambodia Securities Plc, a firm licensed by SERC to operate as a securities underwriter. Officials highlighted the key roles of securities firms and a vision for future development of Cambodia’s securities sector during the ceremony.
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Ministry of Commerce Delegation Explores Rice Export Opportunities to the Philippines
A Ministry of Commerce delegation visited the Philippines from 1–3 February 2023 to study the rice market and discuss export opportunities for Cambodian rice. Both sides agreed to explore a new memorandum of understanding on state-to-state rice trade, while the Philippines also welcomed direct private-sector rice trading based on mutually agreed volumes, quality, and prices.
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General Department of Immigration Meets Australian Mekong Regional Director on Cooperation
The General Department of Immigration hosted a working meeting with Damien Kilner, Australia’s Mekong Regional Director, to discuss bilateral cooperation. The discussion focused on information and experience sharing and the provision of specialized immigration training courses for Cambodian immigration officers, with both sides agreeing to further strengthen cooperation.
