The bicameral mechanism allows Cambodia’s two legislative chambers to meet and jointly address significant national issues when necessary.

According to a tentative schedule, the key topics discussed at the congress include social welfare, the informal economy, and agriculture, priority policy agendas set by the 7th tenure of the Cambodian Government. However, due to the expanded participation and the current situation in Cambodia, some other topics may also be discussed at this congress.

UN experts called on the international community, particularly Southeast and East Asia countries, to take urgent and coordinated action to protect victims and step up prevention efforts.

The National Day of Remembrance has played an important role in promoting national reconciliation and unity within Cambodian society. It helps raise awareness about the atrocities committed under Democratic Kampuchea and contributes to efforts to prevent the recurrence of such brutal and inhumane acts.

Speaking at a ceremony marking the 80th founding anniversary of the National Police held in southern Kandal province, Hun Manet praised the countless achievements of the police forces, saying that police officers are the good guardians of the nation and people.

Cambodia currently boasts four World Heritage Sites: the Angkor Archaeological Park, the Temple of Preah Vihear, the Sambor Prei Kuk Archaeological Site, and the Koh Ker Temple complex.

General Sao Sokha emphasised that during the war, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia needed mutual support to gain independence, and in peacetime, they must continue to work together to maintain peace and achieve sustainable development.

Without Vietnam's support at that time, no country could have helped Cambodia overthrow the bloody Pol Pot genocidal regime, Hun Sen said.

ASEAN has a vital role to play in shaping a world order grounded in legal frameworks and a stronger foundation of democracy and justice, said President of the Cambodian People's Party and President of the Cambodian Senate Samdech Techo Hun Sen.

It added that the Cambodian Government will continue cooperating with the US to develop mutually beneficial trade and investment relations.

Liver cancer is the most common among people in Cambodia, followed by lung, breast, colorectal, and cervical cancers.

Prior to this, the sole Cambodian journalist attending the event published an extensive report on the event which he described as a “grand ceremony” and “historic milestone”. It included the parade, art performances, a bicycle race, and the release of balloons and doves symbolising the aspiration for peace.

A Cambodian scholar has underlined the historical significance of Vietnam’s victory to liberate the South and reunify the nation on April 30, 1975, saying that it was a profoundly significant political event, and an unique and miraculous heroic epic for the Vietnamese, which encouraged and promoted the struggle for independence and freedom.

The Cambodian Ministry of Tourism reported that the festival saw a record-breaking influx of travellers, including 23.86 million domestic and 115,000 foreign tourists.

The agreements cover numerous sectors, including investment, trade, education, finance, information and communications, youth employment, agriculture, healthcare, water resources, tourism, women’s affairs, and more.

Presided over by King Norodom Sihamoni, the ceremony followed royal rituals to pray for peace and prosperity in the new year and to preserve the country’s cultural heritage.

In 2024, the output of these agricultural products in these provinces accounted for 20–60% of the country’s total production, clearly demonstrating the region’s strong production capacity and favourable conditions in terms of soil, geography, and climate for cultivating these crops.

In a letter sent to US President Donald Trump, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet requested negotiations after the US imposed a 49% tariff on products from Cambodia, urging Trump to postpone the tariff implementation.

The one-year campaign starts in Phnom Penh capital and will expand to the 24 provinces until March 2026.

In 2024, Cambodia cracked down 197 cases relating to human trafficking and sexual exploitation, an increase of over 20% compared to the previous year. The authorities identified 523 victims and arrested 273 suspects and sent them to court, including 30 foreigners.