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Cambodian Artist Turns Disability into Triumph

Morn Chear’s striking and colorful print-block images depict Cambodian rural life and his personal struggles on the way to becoming an international artist.

VOA Interview: Australian Envoy Discusses Rights, Ream, Regional Agendas, and Refugee Deal

Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne paid a visit to Cambodia earlier in November in what was the first visit by a top Australian diplomat in nearly eight years. As Australia’s engagements with Cambodia expand ahead of Phnom Penh taking over of ASEAN chairmanship in 2022, VOA Khmer’s Aun Chhengp

Cambodia’s Mismatch of Solar Potential and Energy Harvesting

Lorn Chanlita, 23, had long wished to run her own business of selling sugar cane juice to support her family. But her dream only became reality after her village was electrified by solar power early this year.

VOA Interview: Australian Envoy Discusses Rights, Ream, ASEAN, and Refugee Deal

Australian ambassador to Cambodia Pablo Kang sat down with VOA Khmer’s Aun Chhengpor on November 16 in Phnom Penh for an interview about Cambodia-Australia bilateral relations, the state of human rights in Cambodia, Indo-Pacific Security Issues and Canberra’s expectations from Cambodia’s 2022 Chairm

Gender Equality Advocate Retires, Paves Way for Second Wave of Activism

After more than two decades of activism that pushed for gender inclusivity and women’s empowerment, Ros Sopheap head of Gender and Development for Cambodia (GADC) will retire later this year.

Arts Community Grieves Loss of Influential Art Educator Srey Bandaul

The 49-year-old artist was hospitalized with COVID-19 last week and died on August 4 at a treatment facility in Battambang city. Srey Bandaul is survived by his wife and two daughters.

Cambodian Circus Adopts 'No Pain, No Gain' Attitude in Bid to Break Record

Circus artists in Cambodia attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the longest performance. (Photo by Scott Sharick)

Cambodian Nurse-Midwife Turns COVID-19 Front Line Medical Worker

Chanthy Ratha has been working through the highs and lows of Cambodia’s attempts to keep the novel coronavirus at bay.

As Vaccinations Commence, Phnom Penh Residents Are Apprehensive Over Sinopharm’s Efficacy

The World Health Organization has not provided any comments on the use of the Sinopharm vaccine or Cambodia’s decision to accept the shots from China.

After a Year of Disruptions, University Applications Are Looming Over Recent Graduates

More than 121,000 students across Cambodia reached the next step in their education: applying to universities and for scholarships.

In Cambodia, Cancer Patients Face Late Diagnosis, Few Treatment Options

“Before I was sick, I had so many dreams. I thought I would have a bright future,” said Oun Retra, in an interview with VOA reporters in November 2019.

VOA Interview: US Envoy Talks “Eroding” Democracy, Crackdowns, and Biden Administration

US Envoy Talks “Eroding” Democracy, Crackdowns, and Biden Administration

U.S. Ambassador to Cambodia W. Patrick Murphy sat down with VOA Khmer’s Aun Chhengpor for an interview about the state of democracy and human rights in Cambodia. He said that Cambodia’s fledgling democracy has been eroded recently and that he urged Prime Minister Hun Sen’s government to “do just the

U.S. Ambassador Questions Cambodia’s Single-Party Parliament, Attacks on Dissent

U.S. Ambassador to Cambodia W. Patrick Murphy spoke to VOA Khmer on Thursday, in which he said Cambodia’s democracy had deteriorated over the last three years.

“Lonely” Kaavan Enjoys Some Much-Needed Pachyderm Affection

Kaavan was translocated to Cambodia after an international campaign, led by American pop star Cher, to remove Kaavan from his lonely existence at the Islamabad Zoo in Pakistan.

Three Years On, Cambodian Politics Left with a CNRP-sized Void

On November 16, 2017, the opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party was dissolved following controversial treason charges against its president, Kem Sokha.

Cambodian Observers Split Over Who Should Win the U.S. Presidential Elections

While some Cambodians said a new administration would not have much impact on Cambodian politics, some said they want the next US president to care about democracy and human rights in Cambodia.

Education Ministry to Incorporate Mental Health, Sex Education into Curriculum

Starting in 2022, the new curriculum will be taught once a week for an hour and will focus on physical and mental health issues specific to the students’ age groups.

Research Shows High Rates of Depression, Stress Among Cambodian Migrant Workers

“Mental health problems were reported among migrant workers. The prevalence of moderate to high perceived stress was 67.96 percent, and symptoms of depression was 69.69 percent," the research states, adding that it was higher than a comparable study of low-skilled workers in Europe.

Cambodia Signs Free Trade Agreement with China

At the signing ceremony, Cambodian Commerce Minister Pan Sorasak said the agreement would ensure a robust economic partnership between the two countries by providing increased market access for goods, services and investment.