This page covers Cambodia’s international relations framework, including foreign policy priorities, diplomatic engagement, treaty implementation, regional cooperation, cross-border coordination, and governance issues affecting external affairs and state-to-state relations. It tracks key policy developments, regulation updates, government actions, institutional activity, enforcement measures, and compliance-related changes involving embassies, ministries, multilateral organizations, trade partners, and security cooperation. The page provides structured updates on official developments in Cambodia, offering ongoing monitoring of regulatory direction, diplomatic governance, and administrative measures relevant to international engagement.

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May 8, 2023

Ministry of Environment Participates in Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm COP Meetings

From 1–12 May 2023, a Cambodian delegation led by Secretary of State Sabo Ouchano of the Ministry of Environment attended the 16th Basel Convention COP, the 11th Rotterdam Convention COP, and the 11th Stockholm Convention COP in Geneva, Switzerland. The meetings reviewed implementation progress, considered draft decisions and amendments, and discussed workplans and budgets, while Cambodia reiterated its commitment to international environmental agreements and hazardous chemicals and waste management.

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May 1, 2023

Ministry of Environment Discusses Climate Cooperation with IPCC Leadership Candidate

A Secretary of State at the Ministry of Environment met Professor Jim Skea, a United Kingdom candidate for Chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), to discuss cooperation on climate change response. Cambodia highlighted its 2050 carbon neutrality goal, long-term low-carbon development strategy, and interest in human resource training and research sharing with the IPCC.

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May 1, 2023

Cambodia Launches Construction of New Sihanoukville Container Terminal Project

The Ministry of Public Works and Transport joined the Prime Minister in launching construction of a new container terminal at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port, part of a three-phase development to transform the port into a major regional hub with total investment of about USD 973 million. The ceremony coincided with International Labour Day celebrations and the 70th anniversary of Cambodia–Japan diplomatic relations.

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April 17, 2023

National Bank of Cambodia Signs MOU with NIPL on Cross-Border Payments

The National Bank of Cambodia signed a Memorandum of Understanding with NPCI International Payments Limited to cooperate on cross-border payment and remittance between Cambodia and India. The agreement aims to develop digital connectivity and interoperability to support safe, convenient, and affordable official payment and remittance channels for citizens of both countries.

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April 17, 2023

National Bank of Cambodia Signs Financial Sector Cooperation MoU with Rwanda

The National Bank of Cambodia participated in the 2023 IMF–World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C., where it signed a memorandum of understanding on financial sector cooperation with the National Bank of Rwanda. The mission also held discussions with a delegation from the Banque de France and shared experience on Cambodia’s payment system, including the Bakong platform.

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March 27, 2023

Ministry of Tourism Prepares to Host 51st GMS Tourism Working Group and 2023 Mekong Tourism Forum

The Ministry of Tourism is preparing for Cambodia to host the 51st Greater Mekong Subregion Tourism Working Group Meeting and the 2023 Mekong Tourism Forum in Preah Sihanouk province at the end of April 2023. The events will gather GMS member state representatives, private sector participants, and media, and will include a sustainable tourism exhibition and study visits to local tourism sites.

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