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More than 118,000 people register to vote in first seven days of 2026 registration periodOctober 14, 2026#NationalDuring the first seven days of Cambodia’s 2026 voter list review and registration process, 118,451 people registered as new voters, while nearly 150,000 people applied to correct their personal details, according to provisional results released by the National Election Committee (NEC).READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039916#Cambodia #election #NEC

NOCC assures global runners of safety ahead of Angkor Wat raceOctober 14, 2026#SportsThe National Olympic Committee of Cambodia (NOCC) has reassured international runners that they are welcome to visit Cambodia for the 31st Angkor Wat International Half Marathon, as organisers aim to attract 16,000 participants to the iconic race on December 6.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039908#Cambodia #Marathon #Siem_Reap #Tourism

National Games set to prepare Cambodia for 2028 university eventOctober 14, 2026#SportsCambodia is preparing to take another step forward in sports development as the upcoming National Games provide a valuable platform to nurture athletes, improve technical expertise and build experience ahead of hosting the 23rd ASEAN University Games in 2028.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039909#Cambodia #National_Games

EU welcomes Cambodia’s support for global pledge against maritime tollsOctober 14, 2026#NationalThe EU announced that Cambodia has joined the global pledge, titled “No Fees, No Tolls”, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining an open maritime order governed by international law, particularly the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039901#Cambodia #UNCLOS

Health Ministry seeks to strengthen kidney transplant capabilities and expand to national hospitalsOctober 14, 2026#NationalMinistry of Health is stepping up efforts to strengthen organ transplant capabilities, particularly kidney transplants, by bringing together specialist medical teams from national hospitals and enhancing cooperation with international experts to expand access to advanced medical services in the country.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039894#Cambodia #health

Cambodia, EU promote TVET-Employer links to meet industry skills needsOctober 14, 2026#NationalMinistry of Labour and Vocational Training and the European Union (EU) have called for stronger links between technical and vocational education and training (TVET) institutions and the private sector to address skills gaps and expand employment opportunities for young people, in line with industry needs and technological change.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039886#Cambodia #TVET

Cambodia hosts AI climate forum to promote green tech transferOctober 14, 2026#BusinessCambodia has called for greater international cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) technology transfer and climate financing to help developing countries strengthen climate resilience, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and accelerate the transition towards a green economy.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039880#Cambodia #Climate_action #economy

Cambodian rice prices to stay steady through year-endOctober 14, 2026#BusinessRising export demand and increased government market interventions are set to shield Cambodian farmers from seasonal price drops, with favourable wet-season paddy prices projected to hold steady through December.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039874#agriculture #Cambodia #economy

MoT, ATTA partner on Cambodia familiarisation tripsOctober 14, 2026#BusinessMinister of Tourism Huot Hak, accompanied by a high-level government and diplomatic delegation, met with the Association of Travel Agencies of Azerbaijan (ATAA) to expand foreign tourism in the Kingdom.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039865#Cambodia #Tourism

Cambodia and Vietnam pledge to strengthen defence cooperation and turn border areas into zones of peaceOctober 14, 2026#NationalCambodia and Vietnam pledged to strengthen defence cooperation and transform their shared border areas into zones of peace, friendship and joint development, as the two countries’ defence ministers reviewed results of this year’s cooperation and continued implementing their cooperation plan for next year.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039856#Cambodia #Vietnam

Government to provide second round of cash assistance on October 16October 14, 2026#NationalThe Government will provide the second round of cash assistance on October 16 to poor, vulnerable and at-risk families affected by rising fuel and gas prices.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039846#border_conflict #Cambodia

PM still waiting response from ‘unwilling’ Um Sam AnnOctober 14, 2026#NationalPrime Minister Hun Manet stated that four days have passed without a clear response from Um Sam Ann, a self-exiled opposition politician, to his invitation to present evidence of alleged territorial encroachment along the Cambodia-Thailand border between boundary markers 52 and 59.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039822#Border_Clash

Cambodia says more than 20,000 displaced people remain unable to return home amid Thai occupation claimsOctober 14, 2026#NationalMore than 20,000 Cambodians remain unable to return to their homes despite an ongoing ceasefire, with Cambodia’s permanent representative to the United Nations in Geneva accusing Thai armed forces of continuing to occupy parts of Cambodian territory and obstructing residents’ access to their communities.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039832#border_conflict #Cambodia #UNHCR

Investigation launched after death of Indian national in Siem ReapOctober 14, 2026#Crime #NationalSiem Reap Police say they are investigating the circumstances behind the death of an Indian national, whose body was found by the side of a road in the province.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039790#car_crash

Spokesman says Sam Rainsy must deny ‘Cambodia fired first’ claimsOctober 14, 2026#NationalPen Bona, Minister Delegate to the Prime Minister and the government’s spokesperson, said the former opposition leader Sam Rainsy must deny a statement by a former Thai official, or he will be guilty of slandering Cambodia.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039747#Sam_Rainsy

The End of the Benevolent Hegemon: How Trump Stripped Away America’s Veneer of RespectabilityOctober 14, 2026#OpinionFor decades, the United States maintained a global order built on a subtle, unspoken bargain that preserved a veneer of mutual respectability among its allies.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039815#Donald_Trump #United_States

33kg of marijuana found in foreigner’s bag at Techo International AirportOctober 14, 2026#Crime #NationalIn the latest of a string of drug seizures at Cambodian airports, customs officials apprehended a foreigner with around 33kg of marijuana at the departure terminal.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039687#marijuana

Ministry issues warning after ‘significant increase’ in flu casesOctober 14, 2026#NationalThe Ministry of Health has reminded the public to adopt preventive measures to stop the spread of flu, especially among vulnerable groups such as young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and those with weakened immune systems.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039683#flu

5 arrested in drugs raid at Phnom Penh condoOctober 14, 2026#Crime #NationalA raid at a condominium in Phnom Penh has led to the arrest of five people, with a quantity of drugs seized.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039679#drugs_raid

Flash floods hit Pursat, forcing emergency evacuation of 152 hospital patientsOctober 14, 2026#NationalAuthorities in Pursat province launched an emergency rescue operation late Tuesday night to evacuate 152 patients from the flood-hit Krakor District Referral Hospital after four consecutive days of heavy rainfall triggered flash floods across parts of Krakor and Bakan districts.READ HERE:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/?p=2039786#Cambodia #flooding #Krakor #Pursat