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President Hun Sen’s order to shutdown Voice of Democracy (VOD), one of Cambodia’s last independent news media outlets, greatly imperils journalistic freedom in the country. With 92 other organisations, Reporters without Borders (RSF) condemns such an arbitrary decision and demands the immediate restoration of the VOD’s broadcasting licence.

Cassava prices have seen a marked on-year increase in areas near the Thai border, as the harvest reaches 85-90 per cent, according to industry insiders.

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The Cambodian Red Cross (CRC) has signed an agreement with the Finnish Red Cross (FRC) on a programme to promote humanitarian and community health activities in four provinces. The agreement was signed by CRC secretary-general Pum Chantinie and FRC Officer for Asia Sari Autio on January 30, at the CRC headquarters in Phnom Penh.

Demining operators from the Mine-Free Cambodia 2025 Foundation are preparing to carry out operations in Kampong Thom, Preah Vihear, Pursat and Pailin provinces after plans have been signed off by the national-level authorities.