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From Lake Como to the Savannah, these are the world’s best hotels with swimming pools
The Independent
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July 10, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
US’s Rubio makes first Asia visit amid unease over Trump tariffs
Cyprus Mail
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July 10, 2025
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met counterparts in Southeast Asia on Thursday during his first visit to Asia since taking office, reassuring them it is a priority for Washington despite President Donald Trump‘s tariff offensive. Washington’s...
Climate Change Threatens Regional Economies, Cambodia Highly Vulnerable, Says Senior Minister Ly Thuch
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 10, 2025 -- Climate change is significantly impacting the economies and development of countries across the region, with Cambodia identified as particularly vulnerable, stated H.E. Dr. Ly Thuch, Senior Minister and Chair of...
Mandala Hotels & Resorts Acquires Mercure Clear Mountain Lodge in $250M Portfolio Expansion
The Hotel Conversation
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In a move that blends nature’s serenity with signature luxury, Mandala Hotels & Resorts announce the acquisition of Mercure Clear Mountain, a premier 20-hectare retreat renowned for its panoramic vistas and distinguished guest list including media...
French President to Visit Cambodia in 2026
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 10, 2025 -- French President H.E. Emmanuel Macron is scheduled to visit Cambodia in 2026, when the Kingdom hosts the 20th Francophonie Summit, according to outgoing French Ambassador H.E. Jacques Pellet. During his farewell...
Cambodia launches cash subsidy program for pregnant prisoners
Xinhua News Agency
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PHNOM PENH, July 9 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia on Wednesday launched a cash assistance program for pregnant prisoners and children under the age of two living with their mothers in prison. Chea Somethy, minister of social affairs, veterans and youth...
PM Hun Manet: Cambodia Has Long Maintained Legal System for Socioeconomic Governance since Funan Era (Video inside)
Fresh News
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Hits: 185 Created: 10 July 2025 Hits: 185 (Phnom Penh): Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said that Cambodia has long had a legal system to govern and manage its socioeconomic affairs. Based on historical evidence and inscriptions, it is shown...
AirAsia Cambodia Partners with Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC to Elevate Cambodian Football to the Regional Stage
Fresh News
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Hits: 38 (Phnom Penh): On 8 July 2025, AirAsia Cambodia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cambodian Premier League champions, Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng Football Club, establishing itself as the club’s airline partner for their...
Marco Rubio makes first visit to Asia as Trump…
USA Today - Virginia
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KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Reuters) - Secretary of State Marco Rubio met counterparts in Southeast Asia on Thursday during his first visit to the region since taking office, reassuring them it is a priority for Washington, despite President Donald...
Cambodian FM to Attend the 16th Mekong–Japan Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and the 13th Mekong–ROK Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Kuala Lumpur
Fresh News
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Hits: 147 Created: 09 July 2025 Hits: 147 (Phnom Penh): At the invitation of Bùi Thanh Sơn, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, in his capacity as Co-Chair of the 16th Mekong–Japan Foreign...
Southeast Asian Leaders Convene with China’s Foreign Minister
MENAFN
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July 10, 2025
(MENAFN) Top Southeast Asian diplomats convened Thursday with China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi to evaluate the progress of ASEAN-China relations and outline future strategic directions, according to an official statement. The talks took place...
15 Cambodians return to Thailand despite border dispute, arrested after crossing illegally
The Nation Thailand
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July 10, 2025
The first arrest occurred around 9:00 PM when a group of nine Cambodians was detained after illegally entering from Ban Dong Ngou, Pa Rai Subdistrict. Upon questioning, they revealed they had previously worked in shoe repair at Rong Klueu Market...
General : Thailand Hopes Trump's Latest Tariff Rate Is Not Final
Bernama
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July 10, 2025
By Linda Khoo & Nur Elysa Amirah Suhaimi KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Thailand remains hopeful that the latest reciprocal tariff rate of 36 per cent on its exports to the United States is not final. Thailand’s Department of Information...
Rubio Visits Asia For First Time Amid Rising Tensions Over Trump’s Tariff Plans
StratNews Global
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July 10, 2025
Home Asia Rubio Visits Asia For First Time Amid Rising Tensions Over Trump’s Tariff... Rubio's trip is part of an effort to renew U.S. focus on the Indo-Pacific and look beyond the conflicts in the Middle East and Europe that have consumed much of...
A leading Japanese company eyes the investment in Cambodia’s water infrastructure
Construction & Property News
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July 10, 2025
In a significant development for Cambodia’s water infrastructure, Marubeni Corporation, a leading Japanese multinational, has expressed strong interest in investing in the sector. The announcement follows a meeting between HE Hem Vandy, Minister...
Saudi Arabia and Cambodia Strengthen Investment Ties Across Key Sectors
Construction & Property News
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July 10, 2025
In a significant move towards enhancing bilateral relations, Cambodia and Saudi Arabia have pledged to expand investment cooperation in various key sectors. The commitment was articulated during a meeting between Prime Minister Hun Manet and His...
Training course enhances ties among young leaders of Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia
Lao News Agency
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KPL (KPL/VNA) A specialised training course for young leaders of border provinces of Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia officially opened in Vientiane on July 8, aiming to strengthen friendship and cooperation among the three countries. (KPL/VNA) A...
Latest US Tariffs Fuel Calls For ASEAN To Drop Barriers, Liberalise Trade -- Economists
Bernama
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July 9, 2025
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- The latest wave of higher US tariffs on key ASEAN economies has reignited urgent calls for the bloc to dismantle internal trade barriers, as economists warn that entrenched...
Interview of the Week: Caroline Bougon-Siriex, Vice-Chair of EuroCham’s HR Committee and Secretary General of Cambodia Airports
EuroCham Cambodia
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11 July, 2025 Posted by: EuroCham Cambodia For this week’s interview the Communications team headed Phnom Penh International Airport to speak Mrs. Caroline Bougon-Siriex, Secretary General of Cambodia Airports and the new Vice-Chair of EuroCham’s...
Cambodia Attends 66th WIPO General Assembly in Switzerland
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 09, 2025 -- H.E. Ouk Prachea, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Commerce, is leading a Cambodian delegation to the 66th World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) General Assembly, taking place from July 8 to 17 in...