For Immediate Release May 24, 2022 The U.S. Senate on May 12 unanimously passed a resolution to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the 1991 Paris Peace Agreements, which ended decades of conflict and put Cambodia on a path to peace, stability, and prosperity. The bipartisan resolution was sponsored by Senators Edward J. Markey of Massachusetts, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 May, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
The official campaign period for Cambodia’s commune council elections began May 21 and runs through Friday, June 3. During this period campaign activities may include large-scale marches and rallies throughout the country. The U.S. Embassy expects these activities to be orderly; however, they may disrupt traffic and local businesses. We advise American citizens to monitor ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 May, 2022 | Topics: Alert
STATEMENTS AND RELEASES MAY 13, 2022 WE, the Member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the United States gather on the occasion of the ASEAN-U.S. Special Summit, the first-ever to be held in Washington, D.C., on 12-13 May 2022. EMPHASIZING the importance of adhering to key principles, shared values and norms enshrined in the Charter of ...
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By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 May, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
MAY 12, 2022
STATEMENTS AND RELEASES President Biden will welcome the leaders of the Association of Southeast Nations (ASEAN) for a historic U.S.-ASEAN Special Summit, held for the first time in Washington D.C. and at the White House, to re-affirm the United States’ enduring commitment to Southeast Asia and underscore the importance of U.S.-ASEAN cooperation in ensuring security, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 May, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
READOUT
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 11, 2022 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary Wendy Sherman met today in Washington with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn to discuss United States support for Cambodia’s year as ASEAN Chair. The Deputy Secretary thanked Cambodia for its support in coordinating the upcoming U.S.-ASEAN Special Summit and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 May, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, Speeches
For Immediate Release May 3, 2022 (PHNOM PENH, May 3, 2022) – U.S. Ambassador to Cambodia W. Patrick Murphy, Ambassador of France Jacques Pellet, and Japanese Ambassador to Cambodia Masahiro Mikami joined journalists and members of the diplomatic community at the War Correspondents Memorial to mark World Press Freedom Day. The ceremony, organized by the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 3 May, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, Speeches
For Immediate Release May 3, 2022 Phnom Penh, Cambodia Today, the United States, in partnership with COVAX, UNICEF, and WHO donated two million Pfizer vaccine doses to the Royal Kingdom of Cambodia. These safe and effective vaccines will protect the Cambodian people and help prevent dangerous new variants from spreading. “The United States considers achieving health ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 3 May, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, East Asia & Pacific, Press Releases, U.S. & Cambodia
Please be advised that there will be a May Day labor rally planned for tomorrow Sunday, May 1st from 06:30 am to 12:30 pm in Phnom Penh. Hundreds of participants are expected to gather at the Cambodian Council for Development located on the corner of Preah Sisowath Quay and Street 94, just east of Wat Phnom ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 30 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
MEDIA NOTE
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 29, 2022 Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel J. Kritenbrink will travel to Cambodia and Laos May 1-7. The visits will highlight U.S. commitment to two of the youngest and most dynamic societies in the region, reinforcing ASEAN centrality, underscoring the United States’ commitment to the Mekong-U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 30 April, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh is pleased to announce the English for Workforce Development in Cambodia (EnglishWorks!) Program and would like to invite interested not-for-profit organizations to submit proposals to serve as EnglishWorks! providers. Program Summary The EnglishWorks! program provides un/underemployed young adults with training in vocational English, soft-skills, IT skills, entrepreneurship training, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 29 April, 2022 | Topics: Education, News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SECRETARY ANTONY J. BLINKEN April 13, 2022 Khmer New Year 2022 On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my best wishes to the Cambodian people on the occasion of the Khmer New Year. As Cambodians gather to celebrate, we are reminded of Cambodia’s rich and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 April, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Antony J. Blinken
The U.S. Embassy would like to remind U.S. citizens that they are required to file their federal income taxes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) by April 18, 2022. If you are a U.S. citizen or resident alien living or traveling outside the United States, you generally are required to file income tax returns, estate tax ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 8 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert, News, Press Releases
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY Phnom Penh Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Program Office: Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh Funding Opportunity Title: Cambodia Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Summit 2022 Funding Opportunity Number: CB600-22-PAS-0001 Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement Deadline for Applications: June 21, 2022 CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 29 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT
ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE MARCH 23, 2022 Since launching his unprovoked and unjust war of choice, Russian President Vladimir Putin has unleashed unrelenting violence that has caused death and destruction across Ukraine. We’ve seen numerous credible reports of indiscriminate attacks and attacks deliberately targeting civilians, as well as other atrocities. Russia’s forces have destroyed apartment buildings, schools, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release March 21, 2022 Remarks Secretary Antony J. Blinken At the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum March 21, 2022 Holocaust Memorial Museum Washington, D.C. SECRETARY BLINKEN: Thank you very much, and good morning, everyone. Stu, thank you for those very kind words, but also thank you ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 23 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 23, 2022. A new $25 million U.S. government-funded education program that will improve the reading and learning experience for Cambodian primary schoolchildren was launched in Phnom Penh today at an event jointly presided over by H.E. Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, Minister of Education, Youth and Sports; U.S. Ambassador to Cambodia W. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 23 March, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT
NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON MARCH 8, 2022 On International Women’s Day, we recognize the courage of women union leaders in Cambodia who have bravely led their union at the NagaWorld casino and hotel complex in standing up for the rights of their fellow workers. Cambodian authorities have detained seven of the women union leaders since December of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 9 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
The prayers of the entire world are with the people of Ukraine tonight as they suffer an unprovoked and unjustified attack by Russian military forces. President Putin has chosen a premeditated war that will bring a catastrophic loss of life and human suffering. Russia alone is responsible for the death and destruction this attack will ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 February, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (February 23, 2022) — A new $15 million USAID-funded initiative that will give young Cambodians the skills to compete in the digital economy was launched today in Phnom Penh by U.S. Ambassador W. Patrick Murphy and Minister of Education Youth and Sport H.E. Dr. Hang Chuon Naron. The University of California at ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 23 February, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
SPEECHES AND REMARKS Read the full strategy here “We envision an Indo-Pacific that is open, connected, prosperous, resilient, and secure—and we are ready to work together with each of you to achieve it.” President Joe Biden East Asia Summit October 27, 2021 The Biden-Harris Administration has made historic strides to restore American leadership in the Indo-Pacific and adapt its role for the 21st century. ...
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By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 14 February, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
For Immediate Release February 10, 2022 2022/02 (SIEM REAP, Feb. 10, 2022) – U.S. Ambassador to Cambodia W. Patrick Murphy led a delegation of more than 60 American diplomats and staff to Siem Reap to celebrate U.S. Embassy Week, Feb. 7-11, in Cambodia’s second-largest city. The delegation engaged with Cambodian partners in public health, education, culture, business, youth, demining, and law enforcement, as a demonstration of the United ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 February, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
A joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Albania, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, Republic of Korea, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States, on the one year anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar. On 1 February 2021, the military seized power in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 February, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
For Immediate Release January 27, 2022 2022/01 (PHNOM PENH, Jan. 27, 2022) – The United States Embassy in Phnom Penh kicked off 2022 with a high-energy event celebrating longstanding and fruitful relations with ASEAN and Cambodia. Guests at the launch event played traditional carnival games and enjoyed classic American and Khmer dishes. Cambodian singer Kesorrr, featuring Peace Chong ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 28 January, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
Deadline: February 28, 2022 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce a call for applications for the 2022-2023 Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement (TEA) Program. This program will provide Cambodian teachers with unique opportunities to develop expertise in their subject areas, enhance their teaching skills, and increase their knowledge of the United States. The Fulbright TEA is a six-week non-degree, non-credit academic ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 12 January, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Fact Sheet Office of the Spokeperson December 13, 2021 Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken delivered an address on the United States’ commitment to the security and prosperity of the Indo-Pacific in Jakarta, Indonesia on December 14. The United States is a proud Indo-Pacific nation, and the speech outlined a shared vision for the Indo-Pacific and how we will work with our allies and partners to make this vision a ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 14 December, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Speeches
Location: Cambodia, countrywide Event: On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two going to the United States. Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual going to the United States must show a negative pre-departure COVID-19 viral test taken the day before they board their flight to the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Phnom Penh, Cambodia December 3, 2021 Location: Cambodia Event: On November 26, the White House announced a travel restriction for certain travelers physically present within the Republic of Botswana, the Kingdom of Eswatini, the Kingdom of Lesotho, the Republic of Malawi, the Republic of Mozambique, the Republic of Namibia, the Republic ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 2 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh is conducting an annual verification of STEP enrollments. Please log in to your STEP account to verify that your profile, phone numbers, email address, travel dates, and location in Cambodia are up-to-date If you are visiting or living in Cambodia, and have not yet enrolled in STEP, we strongly ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 November, 2021 | Topics: Alert
PRESS STATEMENT
ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE NOVEMBER 8, 2021 On behalf of the United States of America, I send my warmest wishes to the people of Cambodia as you commemorate 68 years of independence on November 9. The United States looks forward to working together with Cambodia as the next ASEAN Chair to maintain peace and security through strong ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
For Immediate Release November 3, 2021 2021/17 The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State are pleased to announce the fiscal year 2022 call for proposals for the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) Grants Program. The total amount of funding available will be between $10,000 and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Worldwide Event: On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy. This policy prioritizes public health, protecting U.S. citizens and residents as well as those who come to visit us. Effective November 8 all non-citizen, nonimmigrant (not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or traveling to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 3 November, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The Paris Peace Agreements brought an end to protracted conflict in Cambodia thirty years ago, and this report reviews their relevance today The Paris Peace Agreements (PPAs) are a comprehensive political framework that brought together 19 different state actors and ended more than two decades of protracted conflict and internal strife that devastated Cambodia. They ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 28 October, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
Application Deadline: October 28th, 2021 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce the Community Solutions Program 2022 competition. The Community Solutions Program, a fully funded four-month fellowship, is an opportunity to improve your leadership and management skills through online coursework, face-to-face training, and hands-on experience. Community Solutions offers you ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 25 September, 2021 | Topics: Education, Events, News | Tags: Education & Culture
In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including the Delta variant, the Provincial Government of Siem Reap has announced a curfew for the entire Siem Reap Province. The curfew will be in effect from 09:00 PM through 03:00 AM from September 22, 2021 through October 5, 2021. Exceptions are made for travel related to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 September, 2021 | Topics: Alert
For Immediate Release September 23, 2021 2021/16 USAID/Cambodia announced an additional $5 million grant to improve the conditions of the health of Khmer Rouge survivors through a project entitled, “Advancing the Rights and Improving the Conditions of the Health of Khmer Rouge Survivors” which will be managed by the Documentation Center of Cambodia (DC-Cam). The additional ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 September, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
For Immediate Release September 23, 2021 2021/15 PHNOM PENH (Sept. 23, 2021) – The United States opened its first U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) office in Cambodia this month to support growing agricultural trade between the two countries. The USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) office is located at the U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh, but its work reaches across the Kingdom to support bilateral agricultural trade and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 23 September, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Last Updated: 5/23/22 Updated Requirements for Air Travelers to the U.S. due to COVID-19 *** Effective December 6, 2021, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older, regardless of vaccination status or citizenship, must provide a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within one calendar day of travel. Alternatively, travelers to the United States may provide documentation from a licensed ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 21 September, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Events, News, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages
In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including the Delta variant, the Provincial Government of Siem Reap has announced lockdown measures and other restrictions as follows: Siem Reap Town will be classified as a “Dark Yellow Zone” from September 11, 2021 through September 18, 2021. “Dark Yellow Zones” are subject to the following restrictions: All ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 September, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Vice President Kamala D. Harris today launched the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Southeast Asia Regional Office in Hanoi, Vietnam, at a ceremony that included the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, U.S. CDC Director, and senior health ministry officials from eleven countries. The new Regional Office strengthens CDC’s ability to meet its mission of protecting Americans and people of the region by responding more rapidly to health threats wherever they ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 25 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including the Delta variant, the Government of Cambodia has extended the curfew for Phnom Penh through August 19, 2021. Additional restrictive measures have also been extended through August 26, 2021. Local and provincial authorities throughout the country may also implement additional restrictions. American citizens are advised to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 12 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert
For Immediate Release August 9, 2021 2021/13 PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – Today, the United States—through the United States Agency for International Development—announced an additional $4 million in urgent COVID-19 assistance for Cambodia. This assistance will provide timely support, particularly in light of the United States’ recent donation of 1,060,100 doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine through COVAX, to increase Cambodia’s ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 9 August, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY Phnom Penh Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Funding Opportunity Title: Counter Wildlife Trafficking NOFO Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-CB-600-21-PAS-0002 Deadline for Applications: September 06, 2021 (Deadline Extended) Assistance Listing Number: 19.124 Total Amount Available: $31,600 A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh, Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 9 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Public Affairs
Attention American Citizens The Ministry of Health has announced the continuation of the COVID-19 vaccination campaign for residents in Phnom Penh. Beginning August 9, 2021 through September 8, 2021, the Ministry of Health will provide COVID-19 vaccines to area residents aged 18 years old and over. Vaccines are available to both Cambodian citizens and foreigners ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 9 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert
On August 2 and August 5, Phnom Penh City authorities issued orders restricting access to and movement within certain areas of Phnom Penh in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. For the duration of the orders, it is prohibited to enter, exit, or gather within the designated areas. At the time of this announcement, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 6 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert
STATEMENT BY SECRETARY ANTONY J. BLINKEN For Immediate Release August 5, 2021 Mekong sub-region countries are dynamic and growing fast. Enhancing U.S. ties with this region is a priority of this Administration. Over 3.5 million Americans are immigrants or descendants of immigrants from Mekong countries, and over 1,000 U.S. companies are active in the Mekong ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 6 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
STATEMENT BY SECRETARY ANTONY J. BLINKEN August 4, 2021 The United States is revitalizing our multilateral partnerships to advance our shared prosperity, security, and values in the Indo-Pacific. This week, I was honored to represent the United States at the annual U.S.-ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. The United States remains firmly committed to the ASEAN-centered regional ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 5 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
FACT SHEET For Immediate Release August 3, 2021 The Mekong-U.S. Partnership and the Friends of the Mekong: Proven Partners for the Mekong Region The countries of the Mekong sub-region and the United States reaffirmed their long-standing relationship at the second Mekong-U.S. Partnership (MUSP) ministerial on August 2, 2021. Through the MUSP, the U.S. government, working ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
READOUT For Immediate Release August 3, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: On August 2, Secretary Blinken co-hosted the second Mekong-U.S. Partnership ministerial. The Secretary emphasized U.S. commitment to a resilient, secure, interconnected, and open Mekong sub-region and emphasized the region’s importance to the prosperity and unity of ASEAN. The Secretary unveiled ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
MEDIA NOTE For Immediate Release July 31, 2021 Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will participate in five virtual ministerial meetings related to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) from August 2-6 EDT. These will be the U.S.-ASEAN, East Asia Summit (EAS), ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF), Mekong-U.S. Partnership, and Friends of the Mekong ministerial ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 3 August, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
For Immediate Release July 30, 2021 2021/12 PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh announced the arrival today in Cambodia of the first batch of what will be 1,060,100 total doses of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine – a donation from the people of the United States to the people of Cambodia. The remainder are expected to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 30 July, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Phnom Penh International Airport July 30, 2021 Your Excellency Dr. Mam Bun Heng, Minister of Health Representatives of UNICEF and the World Health Organization On behalf of Ambassador Murphy, it is my honor and pleasure to be with you this morning. Equitable global access to safe and effective vaccines is essential to ending the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 30 July, 2021 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Speeches
In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including the Delta variant, the Government of Cambodia will implement new measures from 11:59 PM on July 29, 2021 through August 12, 2021, including the lockdown of provinces bordering Thailand (Koh Kong, Pursat, Battambang, Pai Lin, Banteay Meanchey, Odor Meanchey, Preah Vihear, and Siem Reap), the closure of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 29 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The Siem Reap provincial government has announced that they will begin vaccinating foreigners resident in Siem Reap for COVID-19 from July 20, 2021 at 8:00 AM at the Siem Preap Provincial Hospital. For information on eligibility please visit the following
link .
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 14 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert
For Immediate Release July 5, 2021 2021/10 PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – To mark the 245th anniversary of U.S. independence, the United States Embassy Phnom Penh is delighted to announce its celebration of the 4th of July, America’s Independence Day. This year the Embassy posted a video spectacular on its Facebook page on July 4, 2021. U.S. Ambassador W. Patrick Murphy and Ms. Kathleen Norman presided over the video celebration this year from the Ambassador’s residence ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 5 July, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
CAMBODIA: Tier 2 Watch List The Government of Cambodia does not fully meet the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking but is making significant efforts to do so. These efforts included improving data collection and monitoring of prosecutions and convictions of traffickers, as well as victim identification data, throughout the entire country; continuing to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 2 July, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Reports
MEDIA NOTE For Immediate Release June 30, 2021 On June 29, Senior Bureau Official for the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs Kin Moy co-hosted with Cambodia the first annual Mekong-U.S. Partnership Senior Officials’ Meeting. The ASEAN Secretariat joined the meeting as an observer. Senior Bureau Official Moy emphasized that the United States is ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 July, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
The American and Cambodian people share a common desire to protect the Earth’s valuable natural resources to achieve sustainable development, reverse trends leading to climate change, and conserve wildlife and biodiversity for future generations. The United States has invested more than $100 million in programs that combat these problems in Cambodia through the U.S. Agency for International ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 17 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
Manhattan District Attorney Cy Vance, Jr. today announced the return of 27 antiquities valued at approximately $3.8 million to the people of Cambodia during a repatriation ceremony attended by Cambodia’s Minister of Culture and Fine Arts, H.E. Dr. Phoeurng Sackona, Cambodian Ambassador to the United States, Chum Sounry and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations (“HSI”) Special ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JUNE 1, 2020 Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman led a delegation to Phnom Penh on Tuesday, June 1. In a meeting with Prime Minister Hun Sen, Deputy Secretary Sherman stressed the U.S. commitment to the Cambodian people and recalled the important role the United States and other partners played in brokering the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
I appreciate that UNESCO and the Swedish Embassy are co-hosting this event today on World Press Freedom. It’s very timely. Earlier this month we celebrated World Press Freedom Day and during the same month, to gather together to give attention to this issue is quite critical. Like you’ve heard from others, from our perspective, press ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 28 May, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches
Message to U.S. Citizens: U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh (May 25, 2021) Location: Cambodia Event: U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: Alert
For Immediate Release May 21, 2021 PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh, The Asia Foundation, and the National Institute of Diplomacy and International Relations (NIDIR) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation launched a joint workshop today on diplomatic tradecraft to promote the exchange of ideas and best practices in key areas and enhance cooperation with Cambodia. Leaders from 15 diplomatic, multilateral, think-tank, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 21 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
For Immediate Release May 21, 2021 2021/11 PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh, in partnership with the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ), is hosting a Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) virtual regional workshop on citizen journalism. The six-week course began on May 18, 2021. “A free and independent press is vital in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 21 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
BY
Amb. W. Patrick Murphy Ambassador of the United States to Cambodia An Ambassador’s Corner Commentary As 2022 ASEAN Chair, Cambodia has an opportunity to promote meaningful dialogue on key issues for ASEAN and the Indo-Pacific Thirty years ago, this October, the signing of the historic Paris Peace Agreements brought an end to decades of conflict in Cambodia. In ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, Speeches
Executive Summary The constitution states Buddhism is the state religion, and it is promoted by the government through holiday observances, religious training, Buddhist instruction in public schools, and financial support to Buddhist institutions. The law provides for freedom of belief and religious worship, provided such freedom neither interferes with others’ beliefs and religions nor violates ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
REMARKS
ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE WASHINGTON, D.C. MAY 7, 2021 SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good morning, good afternoon, good evening. Let me start by thanking China and Foreign Minister Wang for initiating this critical discussion on the future of the United Nations and the international order. And thank you as well to the President of the General Assembly Bozkir for ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, Press Releases, Speeches
For Immediate Release May 5, 2021 PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh, in partnership with the U.S. Foreign Commercial Service and with support from the American Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia, is hosting a Cambodia Franchise Expo on May 5, 2021. The virtual Expo will bring together nine well regarded U.S. franchising companies — The Boiling Crab, Chili’s, Dickey’s BBQPit, Duck Donuts, Long John Silver’s, Mathnasium, Snap Fitness, Tapout Fitness, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 5 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, Press Releases, Speeches
May 3, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Chung Eui-yong in London. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Chung reaffirmed that the U.S.-ROK Alliance is the linchpin of peace, security, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region and the world. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, Press Releases, Speeches
May 3, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu in London. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Motegi emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Japan Alliance for promoting peace, security, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region and the world. The Secretary ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, Press Releases, Speeches
Interprovincial Travel On April 25, Cambodian authorities lifted the
ban on travel between provinces . However, a prohibition on travel to and from areas under lockdown, such as Phnom Penh, Ta Khmau, Sihanoukville, and parts of Poipet, remains. Curfew in Siem Reap Cambodian authorities extended the
existing curfew in Siem Reap until May 7, 2021. Lockdown Measures Cambodian authorities announced that lockdown measures in Phnom ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 28 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
In an effort to halt the spread of COVID-19, Cambodian authorities have identified four sangkat subdistricts and three villages in Phnom Penh as “Red Zones” subject to more restrictive lockdown measures. The areas identified as “Red Zones” are as follows: Sangkat Stueng Meanchey 1, Stueng Meanchey 2, Stueng Meanchey 3 Sangkat Chaom Chau Villages 14, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 19 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The U.S. Embassy, Phnom Penh will hold an online auction of various used items, including vehicles, for the general public. Location of the Sale The online auction will be posted on the website:
https://online-auction.state.gov/km-KH Date and Time of Sale The Online Auction will be open bidding from April 19, 2021. @ 10:00 to April 23, 2021. @ 17:00. The Embassy will announce the bidding results with the participation of the Cambodian Customs ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 19 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
Embassy Services Due to increased lockdown measures in Phnom Penh and Ta Khmau, the U.S. Embassy will be suspending all routine consular services, including non-emergency American Citizen Services appointments, until April 28. Applicants with appointments during the lockdown period will be contacted to reschedule their appointments. American citizens seeking emergency services should contact
ACSPhnomPenh@state.gov or +855-23-728-000. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 18 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Cambodian authorities have announced lockdown measures in Phnom Penh and Ta Khmau municipalities, effective midnight April 15 (tonight) through April 28, 2021. These designated lockdown areas are subject to the following: All individuals within the lockdown areas must not leave their residence for the duration of the lockdown period, with some exceptions. Up to two ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 14 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The Phnom Penh government has announced that the curfew effective from April 1 to April 14 will be extended for an additional two weeks until April 28. Curfew hours are from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. The curfew suspends in-person restaurant and food stall service and forbids most types of gatherings and travel within the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Curfew in Siem Reap Cambodian authorities have announced a curfew in Siem Reap province from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. effective immediately through April 23, 2021, forbidding most types of gatherings and travel during curfew hours. Exceptions to restrictions during curfew hours include the following: Travel for emergency medical needs; Gatherings with family members residing in the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Registration for COVID-19 Vaccines The Cambodian government has provided the following guidance for foreign residents of Cambodia, including American citizens, to request a COVID-19 vaccination: The Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training (MLVT) is responsible for registering foreign nationals holding an E-class Ordinary Visa and work permits issued by MLVT. A valid passport, valid visa, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The Cambodian government has announced a 14-day prohibition on all travel between provinces in response to the current COVID-19 outbreak. This prohibition is effective starting 12:00 a.m. April 7 (midnight tonight) until April 20, 2021. This prohibition is applicable to travel between all provinces, except for travel between Phnom Penh and Kandal province. Travel to seek medical attention ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 6 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
In order to contain the spread of COVID-19, the Cambodian government on March 31 announced a new sub-decree which provides provincial governments broad authorities to impose curfews as well as restrictions on travel, gatherings, and business operations. Pursuant to this sub-decree, on April 1 the Phnom Penh government imposed a daily curfew from 8:00 pm to 5:00 ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The U.S. Department of State has no greater responsibility than the safety and security of U.S. citizens overseas. The Department continues to proactively communicate travel advice and warnings to U.S. citizens amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The U.S. Embassy in Cambodia is closely monitoring the spread of COVID-19 and its impact on American residents throughout ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 31 March, 2021 | Topics: Alert
PRESS STATEMENT
NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON MARCH 25, 2021 The United States is shocked and deeply saddened by reports that Burmese security forces continued to use lethal force against the people of Burma last weekend, resulting in the deaths of at least 27 people, including several children. These abhorrent and brutal acts against children, one as young as seven years old who was shot and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 30 March, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
According to Ministry of Health authorities, as of March 16, Cambodia has had a total of 1,430 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and one COVID-19 related death since the onset of the pandemic in early 2020. Travel Restrictions: According to media reports, the Cambodian government has given provincial administrations authority to implement restrictions on travel ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 16 March, 2021 | Topics: Alert
According to media reports, the Cambodian government has given provincial administrations authority to implement restrictions on travel between provinces in response to the current COVID-19 outbreak. In addition to the Preah Sihanouk travel restrictions announced last week, the provincial governments of Pailin, Kep, and Siem Reap have also announced certain restrictions or requirements for travelers ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 12 March, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The United States is deeply concerned about continued deforestation in Cambodia’s protected areas. We support cooperation among communities, civil society, and the Cambodian government to ensure that the rich biodiversity of Prey Lang Wildlife Sanctuary and the natural heritage of the Kingdom is preserved. Forest loss in Prey Lang, and throughout the country, is linked ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 8 March, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
March 4, 2021 According to a statement released by the Preah Sihanouk provincial administration, in order to prevent the further spread of COVID-19 stemming from the February 20 event, all travel to and from Preah Sihanouk Province has been suspended until further notice. Local police have established checkpoints at Highway 3 and at the junction ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 March, 2021 | Topics: Alert
For Immediate Release March 3, 2021 2021/08 PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – The United States congratulates Cambodia on the successful arrival of 324,000 doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine on March 2, 2021. This shipment was made possible through the COVAX Advance Market Commitment, a global initiative to support equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines. The United States recently announced ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 3 March, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 28, 2021 The U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has launched a new private sector competition for agricultural partnerships that addresses key challenges in Cambodia’s agriculture sector including cold chain, storage capacity, and logistics. “The United States is a long-standing partner to Cambodia and its agriculture sector,” ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 March, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
OneBeat is an initiative of the
U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs in collaboration with the groundbreaking New York-based music organization Bang on a Can’s
Found Sound Nation , OneBeat employs collaborative original music as a potent new form of cultural diplomacy. OneBeat announces an exciting new series of virtual exchanges in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. OneBeat Virtual will digitally convene 70 musicians ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 March, 2021 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Education, News, U.S. & Cambodia
Vientiane, Lao PDR, 12 February 2021 — Mekong River water levels between Jinghong hydropower station in China’s Yunnan province and the Mekong Delta in Viet Nam have fallen to worrying levels, the Mekong River Commission (MRC) Secretariat said today. Water levels have dropped considerably since the beginning of the year due to lower rainfall, flow changes ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 26 February, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
February 23, 2021
Supporting a Healthy, Sustainable Mekong River The United States supports transparency and accountability in managing transboundary resources. For decades, these values have guided our work to promote the health and sustainability of the Mekong River and the nearly 70 million people whose livelihoods depend on it. We share the concerns of Mekong ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 February, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
For Immediate Release February 22, 2021 2021/05 U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh, Public Affairs Section, of the U.S. Department of State is looking for organizations to submit grant proposals to produce a report, study, or documentary that marks the 30th anniversary of the Paris Peace Agreements on October 23, 2021; analyzes and assesses Cambodia’s progress to date in meeting ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 22 February, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
February 20, 2021 As of midday February 20, Cambodia security officials in Phnom Penh have restricted access to Diamond Island and some establishments following a COVID-19 outbreak. Additional closures reported in the city include St. 51 and St. 172. American citizens are advised to avoid these and any other barricaded areas. American citizens are reminded ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 20 February, 2021 | Topics: Alert
February 19, 2021 The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh is pleased to invite U.S. citizens to attend a Town Hall Meeting with Ambassador W. Patrick Murphy on Friday, March 5, 20201 from 2:00-3:00 p.m.. Ambassador Murphy will make brief remarks on U.S.-Cambodian relations and will be joined by Embassy personnel who will discuss security issues, the COVID-19 situation, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 19 February, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Press Release February 17, 2021 Phnom Penh — As of January 2021, Cambodia recorded 8.86 million internet users, which indicates that digital skills are crucial to succeed in the technology-driven world. With this, the participation of women in the digital world is also essential in order to create a fair and equitable digital economy and society. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 18 February, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
For Immediate Release February 11, 2021 2021/03 PHNOM PENH (Feb. 11, 2021) – U.S. Ambassador to Cambodia W. Patrick Murphy and singer Sin Setsochhata, granddaughter of Cambodian musical legend Sin Sisamuth, recorded a conversation about Cambodian music and her interest in preserving her grandfather’s legacy. The 20-minute conversation, produced by the Cambodian Broadcasting Service, was live-streamed on U.S. Embassy ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 16 February, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches
February 09, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan today on the phone. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Balakrishnan reflected on the enduring friendship and shared interests between our nations. Both emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Singapore security and economic ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
February 4, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh. Secretary Blinken and DPM/FM Minh celebrated the remarkable progress in the bilateral relationship over the past 25 years of diplomatic relations. The Secretary and the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY Phnom Penh Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Funding Opportunity Title: Paris Peace Agreements Report NOFO Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-CB-600-21-PAS-0002 Deadline for Applications: April 30, 2021 CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Total Amount Available: $25,000-$30,000 A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh, Public Affairs Section ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
JANUARY 31, 2021 •
STATEMENTS AND RELEASES The United States is alarmed by reports that the Burmese military has taken steps to undermine the country’s democratic transition, including the arrest of State Counselor Aung San Suu Kyi and other civilian officials in Burma. President Biden has been briefed by National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan. We continue to affirm our ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 8 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
FEBRUARY 01, 2021
STATEMENTS AND RELEASES The military’s seizure of power in Burma, the detention of Aung San Suu Kyi and other civilian officials, and the declaration of a national state of emergency are a direct assault on the country’s transition to democracy and the rule of law. In a democracy, force should never seek to overrule the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 8 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
A story today in Fresh News misrepresented what was said at a meeting of Cambodian and American officials to discuss Cambodian law enforcement efforts to combat trafficking in persons. Assessments of Cambodia’s efforts to combat human trafficking are grounded in fact. The trafficking in persons situation in Cambodia was most recently documented in the State ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 2 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
The United States is alarmed by reports that the Burmese military has taken steps to undermine the country’s democratic transition, including the arrest of State Counselor Aung San Suu Kyi and other civilian officials in Burma. President Biden has been briefed by National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan. We continue to affirm our strong support for ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
(PHNOM PENH, Cambodia) – U.S. Ambassador W. Patrick Murphy grew up in southern Vermont, and the artwork now hanging in his official residence in Cambodia reflects his deep ties to the Green Mountain State. Murphy and his wife Kathleen Norman, a fellow New Englander, have organized an art exhibition at the official Ambassador’s Residence during his ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 29 January, 2021 | Topics: Events, Press Releases, Speeches
JANUARY 20, 2021
SPEECHES AND REMARKS The United States Capitol 11:52 AM EST THE PRESIDENT: Chief Justice Roberts, Vice President Harris, Speaker Pelosi, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, Vice President Pence, distinguished guests, and my fellow Americans. This is America’s day. This is democracy’s day. A day of history and hope. Of renewal and resolve. Through a crucible for ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
For Immediate Release January 18, 2021 2021/02 SIEM REAP (Jan. 18, 2021) – U.S. Ambassador to Cambodia W. Patrick Murphy and Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia (PUC) Chancellor, Dr. Chea San Chanthan, opened a new EducationUSA Advising Center today at Paññāsāstra University in Siem Reap. There were already two EducationUSA centers in Cambodia, one in the American Center at U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh and another at PUC ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 19 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event: Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel or provide a positive test result and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 19 January, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
January 15, 2021 Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event: Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel or provide a positive ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert
MEDIA NOTE
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JANUARY 13, 2021 On January 12, the United States and Vietnam co-hosted the first Friends of the Mekong Policy Dialogue under the new Mekong-U.S. Partnership. In his remarks, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Ambassador Atul Keshap emphasized that the United States is committed to a secure, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 14 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
PRESS STATEMENT
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE JANUARY 6, 2021 Today’s arrests of more than 50 politicians and pro-democracy advocates by local authorities in Hong Kong is an outrage, and a reminder of the Chinese Communist Party’s contempt for its own people and the rule of law. Those arrested are guilty of nothing but exercising the democratic rights promised to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 8 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
Secretary Pompeo: “The storming of the U.S. Capitol today is unacceptable. Lawlessness and rioting — here or around the world — is always unacceptable. I have travelled to many countries and always support the right of every human being to protest peacefully for their beliefs and their causes. But violence, putting at risk the safety ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 7 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
For Immediate Release December 23, 2020 U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh’s Public Affairs Section is pleased to broadcast a very special circus performance by Phare PonleuSelpak artists to highlight the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and Cambodia. The video was broadcast on Facebook Live on Dec. 22. This delightful video project supports the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 28 December, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
December 16, 2020 On December 15, the U.S. Department of State launched the
Mekong Dam Monitor in collaboration with the
Stimson Center and
Eyes on Earth . The new Mekong Dam Monitor is a significant step toward improving understanding of the water conditions in the Mekong River Basin. Countries cannot effectively manage what they cannot measure, and for too long the people of the Mekong have lacked a transparent accounting of the basin’s water resources. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 17 December, 2020 | Topics: News, Speeches
U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of Public Affairs EMBARGOED UNTIL 10:30 AM EST: DECEMBER 9, 2020 Press Release: December 9, 2020 Contact: Treasury Public Affairs, (202) 622-2960 Global Magnitsky designations target corrupt actors and their networks on International Anti-Corruption Day Washington – Today, on International Anti-Corruption Day, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is targeting corrupt actors and their networks across several countries in Africa and Asia. Today’s actions are taken pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13818, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 December, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
By Keith Krach and Nathan A. Sales The pandemic of 2020 will be in the history books for a long time. But this year will also be remembered as the year that citizens of the world woke up to the truth about the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP’s) doctrine of concealment, co-option, coercion, and corruption. Citizens saw the CCP conceal ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 8 December, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
For Immediate Release December 2, 2020 December 3 is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a fitting occasion for the United States to reaffirm its commitment to, and support for, the full inclusion of persons with disabilities in daily life of the community. We point with pride to robust public and private enforcement of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 3 December, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
For information about North Korean illicit activities in violation of U.S. and U.N. sanctions. The North Korean regime of Kim Jong Un uses money laundering, theft, extortion, and illicit shipping to finance its weapons of mass destruction program. North Korea conducts cyberattacks and dispatches hackers and laborers……across the globe to generate revenue for building nuclear ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 2 December, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
December 1, 2020 December 1 – World AIDS Day – is a time to remember the lives lost, celebrate progress achieved, and recommit to eradicating AIDS. In the year when the HIV and COVID-19 pandemics collided, the theme of World AIDS Day 2020 is: “Global Solidarity, Shared Responsibility.” The COVID-19 pandemic has hit hardest the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 December, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 24, 2020, Phnom Penh The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing $600,000 in additional humanitarian assistance to support response efforts to severe flooding in Cambodia caused by multiple tropical storms and prolonged torrential rain since early October. “We were moved by the significant needs of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 November, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
REMARKS
DAVID R. STILWELL, ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS HOOVER INSTITUTION, STANFORD UNIVERSITY, ASIA SOCIETY VIRTUAL OCTOBER 30, 2020 Introduction Good afternoon. Thank you to the Hoover Institution, Stanford University, and the Asia Society for inviting me. Thank you to organizers Orville Schell and Larry Diamond. It is an honor to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 20 November, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
For Immediate Release November 19, 2020 2020/19 (November 19, Phnom Penh) – The number of Cambodian students who studied at U.S. colleges and universities reached an all-time high in 2019-20, increasing by 8.3 percent over the previous ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 19 November, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
For Immediate Release November 18, 2020 The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. Begin Text: We, the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, and the United States Secretary of State, reiterate our ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 19 November, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
For Immediate Release November 13, 2020 Senior White House officials met with the leaders of the ten Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Member States to advance our strategic partnership during the 8th U.S.-ASEAN Summit held November 13 (November 14 in Southeast Asia). The officials reaffirmed their support for a free and open Indo-Pacific as ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 16 November, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
For Immediate Release November 13, 2020 The U.S.-ASEAN Smart Cities Partnership (USASCP) was launched by Vice President Pence at the 2018 U.S.-ASEAN Summit in Singapore. The Departments of State, Commerce, and Transportation; National Science Foundation; USAID; USTDA; and others have launched 20 projects to improve transportation, water and resource reuse, and health system capacity for ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 16 November, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
For Immediate Release November 13, 2020 The text of the following fact sheet was released by the Governments of the United States of America and the Republic of Korea following bilateral consultations on the margins of the 2020 East Asia Summit. Begin Text: As allies whose relationship is grounded in our shared values, the Republic ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 16 November, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
REMARKS
AMBASSADOR ATUL KESHAP, PRINCIPAL DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS CENTER FOR STRATEGIC AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES ASIAN ARCHITECTURE CONFERENCE 2020 VIRTUAL NOVEMBER 10, 2020 As Prepared Thank you, Greg, for that kind introduction. I’m honored to be with you today to discuss U.S. priorities for this year’s East Asia ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 12 November, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (November 2, Phnom Penh) – The U.S. Embassy provided food assistance to over 2,500 flood-affected households in the Cambodian province of Pursat last week, funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and distributed through the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). Cambodia is experiencing its worst flooding in 20 years, particularly in areas unprepared for flash floods. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 2 November, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
October 26, 2020 Phnom Penh, Cambodia Thank you, Ambassador Sothirak and thank you to the Cambodian Institute for Cooperation and Peace (CICP) for the invitation to come and speak to you today. I would like to acknowledge the panelists and participants of this conference, some here in Phnom Penh and others joining virtually from Australia, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 26 October, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, East Asia & Pacific, News, Speeches, U.S. & Cambodia
REMARKS
DAVID R. STILWELL, ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS INDO-PACIFIC CONFERENCE ON STRENGTHENING TRANSBOUNDARY RIVER GOVERNANCE VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE OCTOBER 15, 2020 (As Prepared) Thank you to Satu Limaye and the East-West Center, and thank you to all who are joining us from around the globe. It is good to see ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 19 October, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
For Immediate Release Saturday, October 17, 2020 The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing $100,000 in immediate humanitarian aid to support response efforts to severe flooding in Cambodia. Across Cambodia, torrential rains since early October have caused flash floods that have killed at least 16 individuals, adversely affected more ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 17 October, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh News conference, October 15, 2020 AMBASSADOR MURPHY: Let me start with two points. First, we want to express our condolences to all Cambodians who are coping with current flooding in the country. We are watching the developments, we are quite concerned, and we are deeply sympathetic for the loss of life, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 16 October, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Speeches
OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates OPENING DATE: October 13 2020 CLOSING DATE: November 12 2020 The United States Peace Corps seeks a Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Manager to support the work of American volunteers working in rural areas throughout Cambodia. Peace Corps (
www.peacecorps.gov ) is a U.S. government agency that sends volunteers ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 October, 2020 | Topics: Job Opportunities
PRESS STATEMENT
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE SEPTEMBER 15, 2020 China is the world’s largest emitter of environmental pollution including of greenhouse gases and the exploitation of natural resources around the globe. Today, the United States again took action by imposing sanctions on the People’s Republic of China (PRC) state-owned Union Development Group, Ltd. (UDG) under Executive Order (E.O.) 13818, which ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 16 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
September 15, 2020 WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated one Chinese state-owned entity, Union Development Group Co., Ltd. (UDG), for seizure and demolition of local Cambodians’ land for the construction of the Dara Sakor development project. OFAC designated this People’s Republic of China (PRC) state-owned entity ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 16 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Thursday, September 3, 2020 Phnom Penh, Cambodia Thank you everyone for coming, and especially the American Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia for hosting this event. It has been a while since I’ve seen many of you and it’s great to see familiar faces in the crowd including friends from the Royal Government. I would like to acknowledge the presence of the honored guests: H.E. Pan Sorasak from the Ministry of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
READOUT
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: On Friday, September 11, the United States, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, and the ASEAN Secretariat launched the Mekong-U.S. Partnership. The Partnership will expand on cooperation begun in 2009 under the Lower Mekong Initiative by strengthening the autonomy, economic independence, and sustainable ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 The launch of the Mekong-U.S. Partnership reflects the importance of the Mekong region to the United States. Our relationship with Mekong partner countries is an integral part of our Indo-Pacific vision and our strategic partnership with ASEAN. With more than $150 million in initial investments in regional programs, we will ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
FACT SHEET
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 The United States, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam reaffirmed their long-standing relationship by launching the Mekong-U.S. Partnership on September 11. The United States announced plans, working with the U.S. Congress, to increase support for the autonomy, economic independence, good governance, and sustainable growth of Mekong partner countries, noting that upholding these values ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
September 14, 2020
International Day of Democracy In recognition of the International Day of Democracy on September 15, we reaffirm the right of every citizen to take part in the processes of democratic self-governance. Democracies are accountable to their citizens. They respect the Rule of Law, protect lives and property, and respect the freedoms, dignity, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
PRESS RELEASE JAKARTA, 10 September 2020 – Today, USAID Principal Officer to ASEAN, Mr. Ryan Washburn and Secretary General of ASEAN, H.E. Dato Lim Jock Hoi, signed the first ever Regional Development Cooperation Agreement between the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) at the ASEAN Secretariat on ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 11 September, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
USAID partners with ASEAN to lift regional inclusive growth, while strengthening rules-based systems in support of a peaceful, secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific. The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), through the USAID/ASEAN Office, recently signed the first Regional Development Cooperation Agreement between USAID and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to achieve three key ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 11 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
For Immediate Release September 9, 2020 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo joined counterparts from 17 countries for the 10th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers’ Meeting this morning. Secretary Pompeo highlighted U.S. support for principles of openness, inclusiveness, transparency, and respect for international law. These principles are shared ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 September, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
For Immediate Release September 9, 2020 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo joined the annual ASEAN-United States Foreign Ministers’ Meeting with his counterparts from the 10 ASEAN member states via videoconference on September 9. Secretary Pompeo and his ASEAN counterparts highlighted the breadth and depth of U.S. engagement and commitment to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 September, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
RESS STATEMENT
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 26, 2020 The United States supports a free and open South China Sea. We respect the sovereign rights of all nations, regardless of size, and seek to preserve peace and uphold freedom of the seas in a manner consistent with international law. In July, I announced an updated policy regarding Beijing’s unlawful ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 27 August, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches
The U.S. Embassy, Phnom Penh will hold an online auction of various used items for the general public. Location of the Sale The online auction will be posted on the website:
https://online-auction.state.gov/km-KH Date and Time of Sale The Online Auction will be open bidding from August 31, 2020. @ 08:00 to September 4, 2020. @ 13:00. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 26 August, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
MEDIA NOTE
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 5, 2020 The U.S. Department of State and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) are launching a new COVID-19 Private Sector Engagement & Partnership Fund with $10 million in supplemental COVID-19 assistance funds to bolster our ongoing response efforts, helping the world’s most vulnerable overcome the devastation inflicted by this deadly virus. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 August, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
OFFICE OF GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS The Department of State and USAID have launched the COVID-19 Private Sector Engagement & Partnership Fund with an additional $10 million in new assistance funds. The Fund has been established to strengthen the efforts of the private sector and bolster ongoing response efforts, helping the world’s most vulnerable overcome the devastation inflicted by the COVID-19 pandemic. What is the purpose of the Fund? 1) To create ...
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By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 August, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 7, 2020 The Chinese Communist Party has made clear that Hong Kong will never again enjoy the high degree of autonomy that Beijing itself promised to the Hong Kong people and the United Kingdom for 50 years. President Trump has made clear that the United States will therefore treat Hong Kong as ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 8 August, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 6, 2020 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I am pleased to congratulate the ten member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the ASEAN Secretariat on the 53rd anniversary of the founding of ASEAN on August 8. For decades, ASEAN has fostered a ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 7 August, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO (AUG 5) August 5, 2020 U.S. Economic and Humanitarian Assistance Boost U.S. Leadership in Continued Global COVID-19 Response Efforts The United States continues to lead the world in the fight against COVID-19, with $20.5 billion now allocated from across the U.S. Government to benefit the global response. This incredible ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 6 August, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
For Immediate Release
STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO July 26, 2020
30th Anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act Thirty years ago today, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law. The ADA broke down barriers to access and opportunity, enabling millions of Americans with disabilities to utilize their talents and skills and contribute ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Negative COVID19 Test Required for Travel Effective January 26, the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will require all air passengers entering the United States to present a negative COVID-19 test, taken within 72 hours of departure. Airlines must confirm the negative test result for all passengers before boarding. Airlines must deny boarding of passengers if they do not provide documentation of a ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 27 July, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, Visas
The U.S. Embassy, Phnom Penh will hold an auction of a used vehicle for the general public from July 23, 2020 to July 29, 2020. Please send your sealed bidding envelop to: U.S. Embassy, Phnom Penh, #1, Sangkat Wat Phnom, Khan Daun Penh, Phnom Penh. Attn: Mr. Sam, Sophy. Please see more details here:
Sale Ads for the Land Cruiser (PDF:1MB) Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 July, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
Application deadline: July 29, 2020 Background The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce the “Alumni Learning and Leading” program, that aims to contribute to the personal development of selected alumni by improving their soft skills and mentoring/coaching skills. This program will be delivered in the form of blended learning, a combination of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 23 July, 2020 | Topics: Education, Events, News | Tags: English Access Program
Application deadline: September 05, 2021 The Asia Foundation is pleased to announce the “Learning and Leading” program, that aims to contribute to the personal development of selected female university students by improving their soft skills and mentoring/coaching skills. This program will be delivered in the form of blended learning, a combination of discussion groups, practical exercises through action projects, and independent ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 23 July, 2020 | Topics: Education, Events, News | Tags: English Access Program
Cambodia (Tier 2 Watch List) The Government of Cambodia does not fully meet the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking but is making significant efforts to do so. These efforts included continuing to prosecute and convict traffickers; establishing a new five-year action plan to combat trafficking; and developing and utilizing new victim identification and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 16 July, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
REMARKS
DAVID R. STILWELL, ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS CENTER FOR STRATEGIC AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (VIRTUAL) JULY 14, 2020 Remarks as prepared INTRODUCTION Thank you, Greg. I’m honored to join you. I commend CSIS for regularly convening leading thinkers on the Indo-Pacific and on the South China Sea in particular. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 July, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE JULY 13, 2020 The United States champions a free and open Indo-Pacific. Today we are strengthening U.S. policy in a vital, contentious part of that region — the South China Sea. We are making clear: Beijing’s claims to offshore resources across most of the South China Sea are completely unlawful, as is its ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 14 July, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
JOINT PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT On the Signing of the 2020 Development Objective Agreement Grants between the Royal Government of Cambodia and the Government of the United States of America Phnom Penh, Thursday, 25 June 2020, the Royal Government of Cambodia, through the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), and the U.S. Government, through the U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 29 June, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Executive Summary The constitution states Buddhism is the state religion, and it is promoted by the government through holiday observances, religious training, Buddhist instruction in public schools, and financial support to Buddhist institutions. The law provides for freedom of belief and religious worship, provided such freedom neither interferes with others’ beliefs and religions nor violates ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 18 June, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN PHNOM PENH IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN CAMBODIA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Cambodia Entry Requirements On June 10, authorities announced a
requirement that all foreign travelers entering Cambodia pay a deposit of $3,000 upon arrival at airport s for mandatory ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN PHNOM PENH IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN CAMBODIA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Cambodia Entry Requirements On May 20, authorities lifted the restrictions on entry ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
June 03, 2020 After a period of limited emergency services in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh will resume some regular services for U.S. citizens. In addition to emergency consular services, a limited number of routine American Citizen Services (ACS) appointments will be available starting June 8. Interested U.S. citizens may use our ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, News, Notification
The Mekong Water data platform is part of the multi-partner effort to support the Mekong Water Data Initiative (MWDI) and the goals of the Lower Mekong Initiative. The MWDI encourages Mekong stakeholders to share water and water-related data and collaborate to ensure the long-term sustainability of the Mekong River basin. The purpose of the Mekong Water ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 2 June, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
May 22, 2020 PRC Proposal to Impose National Security Legislation on Hong Kong The United States condemns the People’s Republic of China (PRC) National People’s Congress proposal to unilaterally and arbitrarily impose national security legislation on Hong Kong. The decision to bypass Hong Kong’s well-established legislative processes and ignore the will of the people of Hong ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 26 May, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
For Immediate Release May ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 21 May, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
For Immediate Release May 20, 2020 Delivering on American Commitments in the COVID-19 Response with Additional Foreign Assistance Months into fighting the COVID-19 pandemic at home and abroad, the United States is continuing to lead the global charge against the pandemic, building on decades of leadership in life-saving health and humanitarian assistance. Through the generosity ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 21 May, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
BY
Brian Eyler Co-Author ·
Courtney Weatherby Co-Author Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam are bound together and geographically defined by the Mekong River, which has historically provided a rich, natural bounty of fish, agricultural productivity, physical connectivity, and key environmental services to more than 60 million people living in the river basin. The Mekong’s importance has only grown as ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 8 May, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News, Reports, U.S. & Cambodia | Tags: Mekong Matter, Stimson Center's Report
MEDIA NOTE
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 4, 2020 As outlined in its recent Action Plan, the United States is bringing together the brightest minds in U.S. government agencies, the private sector, universities, and overseas partners to develop vaccines and therapeutic interventions to protect the world from COVID-19. The United States is using its G7 Presidency to catalyze the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 5 May, 2020 | Topics: News, PEPFAR, Press Releases | Tags: Coronavirus, Coronavirus Foreign Assistance, COVID-19 Foreign Assistance, Global Health. Office of the Spokesperson, Office of U.S. Foreign Assistance Resources, United States
20 U.S. colleges and universities will be participating in the EducationUSA Virtual Fair! Join the #EdUSAVirtualFair on April 29 anytime from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. or on May 7 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. by visiting
bit.ly/EAPVirtualFair How to Join the Fair: Below is a list of colleges and universities participating. Click the links ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 29 April, 2020 | Topics: Education, Events, Study in the U.S.
Media Note
Office of the Spokesperson April 26, 2020 The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and the Lao PDR as the co-Chairs of the Special ASEAN-United States Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) conducted via video conference on April 22/23, 2020. Begin Text: We, the ASEAN Foreign Ministers and the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 28 April, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News, Regions, Speeches
For Immediate Release April 27, 2020 The United States Government this week committed an additional $1.5 million in funds to assist Cambodia in the fight against COVID-19. Since the beginning of the epidemic, the United States has committed over $3.5 million in total to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in Cambodia. The assistance, delivered through ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cambodia
April 23, 2020 On behalf of the American people, I extend my best wishes to Muslim communities in the United States and around the world as they mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan is a time of introspection, service, and compassion. In the United States, under normal circumstances, many mosques, homes, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 April, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
PRESS STATEMENT
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 22, 2020 Members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are enduring strategic partners as we respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and plan for economic recovery. We commit to continue our collaboration with ASEAN to beat this pandemic and get back to the business of building a bright future for the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 23 April, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cambodia, U.S. Secretary of State
FACT SHEET
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 22, 2020 Today, Secretary Pompeo launched the U.S.-ASEAN Health Futures initiative. Health Futures captures our existing and ongoing work with ASEAN on public health and lays the groundwork for long-term partnership, targeted assistance, and a renewed focus on our most fundamental resource – the health and wellbeing of our combined one billion ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 23 April, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Fact Sheets, News, U.S. & Cambodia, U.S. Secretary of State
April 21, 2020 Phnom Penh, Cambodia Good Day! We are really pleased to launch the second edition of the Journal of Greater Mekong studies. This is a forum to discuss key issues that inform relevant stakeholders and address complex issues facing the region. The Lower Mekong is a focus for ASEAN and the entire international ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 21 April, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, East Asia & Pacific, Events, News, Speeches
The U.S. Embassy, Phnom Penh will hold an online auction of used vehicles for the general public. Location of the Sale The online auction will be posted on the website:
https://online-auction.state.gov/km-KH Date and Time of Sale The Online Auction will be open bidding from April 27, 2020. @8:00 to May 11, 2020. @ 17:00. The Embassy ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 20 April, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
FACT SHEET
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 16, 2020 The U.S. Government is leading the world’s humanitarian and health response to the COVID-19 pandemic even while we battle the virus at home. As part of this comprehensive and generous response from the American people, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) have now ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 17 April, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Europe & Eurasia, Fact Sheets, Near East & North Africa, News, South & Central Asia, U.S. & Cambodia, U.S. Agencies, Western Hemisphere
PRESS STATEMENT
MORGAN ORTAGUS, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON APRIL 9, 2020 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I convey our best wishes to the Cambodian people for a joyous and peaceful Khmer New Year on April 13. This time of the year reveals the rich culture of the Kingdom of Cambodia. The people of the United States ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 April, 2020 | Topics: Culture, Events, News, U.S. & Cambodia
READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 8, 2020 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen yesterday. Secretary Pompeo and Prime Minister Hun Sen discussed the long history of friendship the United States has offered to Cambodia, especially in the form of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: News, Speeches, U.S. & Cambodia, U.S. Secretary of State
PRESS BRIEFING ROOM WASHINGTON, DC APRIL 7, 2020 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. Glad we’re all together, everybody healthy, everybody looking good, staying apart – all fantastic. I wanted to start with just a few brief items here this morning, beginning in the Western Hemisphere. First, I want to express my thanks to the dozens of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson April 8, 2020 Thanks to the unmatched generosity of the American people and the efforts of the U.S. government, the United States has continued to lead the world’s public health and humanitarian response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are building on that leadership, with another $225 million ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: News, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State
April 27, 2020 As of April 27, the following airlines depart Cambodia for onward connecting flights to the United States. Many travelers worldwide have reported unexpected flight cancellations and limited flight availability. Please check airline websites for times and availability and do not book flights through an online search service. We recommend booking flights through ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Events, News, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release March 31, 2020 FACT SHEET U.S. Support for ASEAN in Fighting COVID-19 As the leader in the global health and humanitarian response to COVID-19, the United States has acted swiftly to support our ASEAN partners in combating the COVID-19 virus. Since the outbreak began, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Fact Sheets, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cambodia
If you choose to travel internationally, your travel plans may be severely disrupted, and you may be forced to remain outside of the United States for an indefinite timeframe.
Read More Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude All, Notification
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Events, News, Security & Emergency Messages
The Government of Cambodia has announced a 30-day suspension of entry into Cambodia for foreigners traveling from the United States, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Iran — effective March 17. Cambodian authorities have not provided details on implementation of this suspension, including whether immigration officials will allow American citizens with residence or work permits to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 19 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Events, News, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
Effective March 16, 2020, the United States Embassy in Phnom Penh, Cambodia is cancelling routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. The MRV fee is valid and may be used for a visa application in the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 18 March, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Immigrant Visas, News, Non Immigrant Visas, Visas
March 14, 2020 The Cambodian Ministry of Health (MOH) announced on March 14 a 30-day suspension of entry into Cambodia on “foreigners traveling from” the United States, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. The suspension went into effect on Tuesday March 17. U.S. passport holders have been denied boarding on flights to Cambodia, and American citizens ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 14 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
For Immediate Release February 27, 2020 2020/08 U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh is pleased to announce the 2020 EducationUSA Fairs in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh. With support from U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh, EducationUSA Cambodia organized these fairs to highlight U.S. educational and exchange opportunities for Cambodian students. The fairs provide a unique venue for Cambodians ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 27 February, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Remarks
David R. Stilwell, Assistant Secretary Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs Brookings Institution December 2, 2019 As Prepared Good afternoon. Thank you to the Brookings Institution for inviting me. I’ve been asked to speak today about the People’s Republic of China, and its intentions for shaping the global order. I will do ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 27 February, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News, Press Releases, Speeches
February 20, 2020 The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh continues to coordinate with Holland-American Line (HAL) and the Cambodian government to assist U.S. citizen passengers of the MS Westerdam in Cambodia with onward flights home. Since a passenger from the MS Westerdam tested positive for COVID19 (novel coronavirus) upon arrival on Saturday, February 15 in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 20 February, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, News, Notification, Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services
OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates OPENING DATE: February 18, 2020 CLOSING DATE: March 13, 2020 The United States Peace Corps seeks a Medical Assistant (MA) to support the work of American volunteers working in rural areas throughout Cambodia. Peace Corps (
www.peacecorps.gov ) is a U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 18 February, 2020 | Topics: News
February 16, 2020 Earlier today, we learned that Malaysian health authorities confirmed a passenger from the MS Westerdam cruise ship, which docked in Sihanoukville on February 13, tested positive for COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) after arriving in Kuala Lumpur on February 14. The elderly passenger’s spouse tested negative. Personnel from U.S. Mission Cambodia are participating in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 16 February, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, News, Notification, Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services
For Immediate Release February 11, 2020 2020/07 Two American filmmakers are ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 12 February, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
Around 20 representatives from U.S. colleges and universities will be available to speak with Cambodian students about degree programs, admission requirements, and scholarship opportunities in the United States at the EducationUSA Fair in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. Other exhibitors at the fair will provide information about student visas, U.S. government exchange programs, and EducationUSA ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 February, 2020 | Topics: Education, Events, News
Location: Cambodia Event: Do Not Travel to China due to novel coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, China. On January 30, the World Health Organization has determined the rapidly spreading outbreak constitutes a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect with little or no advance ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 7 February, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, Notification
Rosewood Hotel, Phnom Penh Thursday, February 06, 2020
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 7 February, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches
· Agriculture accounts for 22 percent of Cambodia’s GDP, and employs about 3 million people. · Agricultural exports – including rice, cassava, maize, pepper, fresh mango, and raw palm oil – reached 4.2 million tons in 2018. · U.S.-Cambodia agriculture trade is about $220 million per year, lots of potential for growth. · Cambodia’s agriculture ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 6 February, 2020 | Topics: News
For Immediate Release January 31, 2020 2020/05 Delegates from American companies including Amazon, John Deer, and IBM are visiting Cambodia to learn and explore latest trends in agriculture, including technology, biosecurity and food safety. They will participate in two-day event “Business Opportunities in Cambodia’s Agriculture Sector” to be held in Phnom Penh ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 6 February, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
Applications are now open for the Fall 2020 YSEALI Professional Fellows program! The
YSEALI Professional Fellows Program gives participants ages 25-35 the opportunity to spend five weeks in the United States, where they will work in a full-time placement in a U.S. business, NGO or government office. During these placements, Fellows build their practical expertise, leadership skills, and professional ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 3 February, 2020 | Topics: Culture, Education
Novel Coronavirus in China Location: Cambodia Event: The
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S. CDC) has issued a Watch Level 3 Alert (Avoid Nonessential Travel) for Wuhan and a Watch Level 1 Alert (Practice Usual Precautions) for China in response to an ongoing outbreak of pneumonia first identified in Wuhan, China, caused by a novel (new) coronavirus. Person-to-person spread is ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, News, Notification
OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates OPENING DATE: January 2, 2020 CLOSING DATE: January 25, 2020 WORK HOURS: Full time; 48 hrs/week WORK PERIOD: June 25, 2020 – September 11, 2020 Peace Corps Cambodia seeks two Technical Trainer Assistants (TTA) ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 January, 2020 | Topics: Job Opportunities, News
OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates OPENING DATE: January 10, 2020 CLOSING DATE: January 31, 2020 The United States Peace Corps seeks a Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Manager to support the work of American volunteers working in rural areas throughout Cambodia. Peace Corps ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 January, 2020 | Topics: Job Opportunities, News
OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates OPENING DATE: January 10, 2020 CLOSING DATE: January 31, 2020 WORK HOURS: Full time; 48 hrs/week WORK PERIOD: June 25, 2020 – September 11, 2020 Peace Corps Cambodia seeks multiple Language and Cross-culture Facilitators (LCFs) for our K14 Pre-Service Training (PST). ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 January, 2020 | Topics: Job Opportunities, News
Homestay & Site Coordinator (HSC) Full Time Temporary Positions OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates OPENING DATE: January 10, 2020 CLOSING DATE: January 31, 2020 WORK HOURS: Full time; 48 hrs/week WORK PERIOD: June 1, 2020 – September 11, 2020 Peace Corps Cambodia seeks two Homestay ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 January, 2020 | Topics: Job Opportunities, News
There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. Out of an abundance of caution, the Embassy is enhancing its security posture. The Embassy will remain open during regular business hours for visa and American Citizen Services appointments, including passport issuance. The Embassy will continue to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 9 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, News, Notification
The United States and Cambodia first established diplomatic relations in 1950, when U.S. diplomat Donald Heath, stationed in then-French Saigon, presented his credentials to King Sihanouk. This year, 2020, marks the 70th Anniversary of the establishment of these diplomatic relations. In order to highlight the contributions of the United States to Cambodia’s development, as well ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 8 January, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Cambodia
Take a Look at Cambodia’s Agriculture Sector Cambodia has developed rapidly over the past two decades with GDP averaging 7% growth per year. Agriculture still plays a major role in the economy, generating one-third of GDP and employing 40 percent of the workforce. Cambodia is one of the world’s largest rice exporters and exports fruits ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 20 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, News
Summer Term 2022 (Begins July 5 – August 30, 2022) Application deadline: 11:45 p.m., April 12, 2022 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh is pleased to announce the offering of the Online Professional English Network (OPEN) Program to teachers and educators who are interested in participating in an online professional development course ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 17 December, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News
The U.S. Embassy, Phnom Penh will hold an auction of vehicles, generators, furniture, and other supplies for the general public. Location of the Sale U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh Warehouse, No. 1782, National Road 5, Sangkat Toul Sangke, Khann Russey Keo. (North of Japanese Bridge) Date and Time of Sale Thursday, 19 December 2019 8:00 a.m. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 12 December, 2019 | Topics: Business, Events, News
What is Human Smuggling? Human smuggling is the importation of people into another country involving deliberate evasion of immigration laws. It includes bringing illegal aliens into another country as well as the unlawful transportation and harboring of aliens already in the country. What is Trafficking in Persons? Human trafficking is one of the most least ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 9 December, 2019 | Topics: Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services
The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh is pleased to invite American citizens to attend a Town Hall Meeting with Ambassador W. Patrick Murphy on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Ambassador Murphy will make brief remarks on U.S.-Cambodian relations and he and Embassy staff will be available to answer questions from the audience on services ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 9 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. Citizen Services
Vacancy Announcement Full Time Temporary Position OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates OPENING DATE: 22 November 2019 CLOSING DATE: 20 December 2019 WORK HOURS: Full time; 48 hrs/week WORK PERIOD: June 29, 2020 – September 11, 2020 The United States Peace Corps Cambodia seeks two Technical Trainers for our ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 22 November, 2019 | Topics: Job Opportunities, News
NOTICE OF FUNDING OPPORTUNITY Federal Awarding Agency: U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh Announcement Type: Grant Notice Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-CB-600-20-PAS-0002 Funding Opportunity Title: Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Opportunity Category Discretionary Funding Instrument Type: Grant Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number: 19.025 — Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Application Deadline: December 15, 2019 Floor on Amount of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Events, News
NOTICE OF FUNDING OPPORTUNITY Federal Awarding Agency: U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh Announcement Type: Grant Notice Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-CB-600-20-PAS-0003 Funding Opportunity Title: Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Large Grants Program Opportunity Category: Discretionary Funding Instrument Type: Grant Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number: 19.025 — Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Application Deadline: Project abstracts, see application guidelines below, shall be submitted ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Events, News, Public Affairs
Kem Sokha’s House, Phnom Penh November 11, 2019 This time is really about Mr. Kem Sokha, and not really about me or my country, but I will make one observation. It’s a real joy to see Mr. Kem Sokha again. I met him a couple of years ago, and I found him to be a ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 12 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches, U.S. & Cambodia
PRESS STATEMENT
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE NOVEMBER 7, 2019 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend my congratulations to the people of Cambodia on the 66th anniversary of your independence on November 9. In recognition of the values that Cambodians and Americans share, we hope this day will focus on national reconciliation; peaceful ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 8 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Cambodia, U.S. Secretary of State
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY PHNOM PENH, PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh PAS Annual Program Statement Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-CB-600-21-PAS-0001 Deadline for Applications: Rolling Basis until September 1, 2021, see Section 4 for reviewing deadlines CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Total Amount Available: ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 7 November, 2019 | Topics: Art & Culture, Education, News, Public Affairs, U.S. & Cambodia
November 04, 2019 The Cambodian government officially recognizes holidays on November 9 (Independence Day) and the Water and Moon Festival (November 10 to November 13). The annual Water and Moon Festival itself will take place in Phnom Penh on November 10-12. Several hundred thousand people are expected to come to Phnom Penh for this event. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 November, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Events, News, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release FACT SHEET November 3, 2019 The United States and ASEAN: Expanding the Enduring Partnership U.S. engagement with the ten member states of ASEAN has never been stronger. The United States welcomed the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific, and its close complementarity with America’s ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 November, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Events, Fact Sheets, News
MEDIA NOTE
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 3, 2019 On the occasion of the 2019 Indo-Pacific Business Forum and the East Asia Summit in Bangkok, Thailand, the U.S. Department of State is pleased to release a progress report on the implementation of the U.S. whole-of-government strategy for the Indo-Pacific region. “A Free and Open Indo-Pacific: Advancing a Shared Vision” ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 3 November, 2019 | Topics: Fact Sheets, News, U.S. & Cambodia
FACT SHEET
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 3, 2019 The Indo Pacific Transparency Initiative was announced by Vice President Pence in November 2018 at the APEC CEO Summit in Papua New Guinea. The Transparency Initiative encompasses more than $600 million in programs that have been funded since the beginning of the Trump Administration. These programs promote civil society, rule ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 3 November, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Fact Sheets, News, U.S. & Cambodia
Application Deadline: December 31, 2021 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce the FY 2022 competition for the Fulbright U.S.-ASEAN Visiting Scholar Initiative. Applications close at 12:00 p.m. on December 31, 2021. Program Description Fulbright U.S. – ASEAN Visiting Scholars will travel to the United States for three to four months during the first half ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 26 October, 2019 | Topics: Education, News
The U.S. Embassy will be closed on September 26-27, 2019 in observance of Pchum Ben. We will resume business on Monday, September 30, 2019.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 25 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
Sokha Penh Hotel & Residence September 18, 2019 (As prepared for delivery) On behalf of the U.S. Mission in Cambodia, I would like to offer a warm welcome to the university and college representatives, our EducationUSA advisers, colleagues and friends attending the EducationUSA Forum in Phnom Penh. Welcome to the Kingdom of Wonder! The U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 18 September, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Education, Events, Speeches
American Citizens in Siem Reap Off-site consular services Thursday, October 10, 2019 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh is pleased to announce the provision of Off-site consular services in Siem Reap. We will be accepting applications for passport renewal, report of birth abroad and notarial services. The services provided are ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 11 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Events, News, Notification, U.S. Citizen Services
National Institute of Public Health September 9, 2019 (As prepared for delivery) His Excellency Mam Bun Heng, Minister of Health; His Excellency Dr. Sok Pheng, Secretary of State for Health; His Excellency Prof. Sophoan Vonntanak, Dean of University of Health Sciences; Prof. Ung Sam An, Advisor to Minister of Health; His Excellency Dr. Hok Kim ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 9 September, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, Speeches
Deadline: August 23, 2019 The Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh will host an information session on the Recruitment of 2019-2021 English Access Microscholarship Program in Cambodia at the American Center of the U.S. Embassy on Thursday August 29, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. This information session will help prepare interested implementing ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 14 August, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News
Deadline: March 05, 2021 The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh is pleased to announce the 2021 English Access Microscholarship Program and to invite proposals from not-for-profit organizations, public/private educational institutions and schools. Applications should be submitted no later than 11:59 P.M., March 05, 2021. The English Access Microscholarship Program is a global high-profile scholarship program ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 14 August, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News
August 07, 2019 Press Statement by SECRETARY OF STATE
MICHAEL R. POMPEO The 52nd Anniversary of the Founding of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I’m pleased to congratulate the ten member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the ASEAN Secretariat on the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 8 August, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
Cambodia Funding Opportunity Number: CB-600-19-PAS-0005 Deadline for Applications: September 10, 2019 Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number: 19.040 (Public Diplomacy Program) Maximum Total Award Funding: $20,000 Anticipated project start date: October 1, 2019 Funding Instrument Type: Grant, or Fixed Amount Award Deadline Application Submission: September 10, 2019 The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh, Public Affairs ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 7 August, 2019 | Topics: Culture, Events, News
Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY MORGAN ORTAGUS, SPOKESPERSON The United States Reaffirms our Enduring Relationship with ASEAN On the 10th anniversary of the accession of the United States to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia, the United States celebrates our flourishing strategic partnership with ASEAN. The close relationship ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 23 July, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News
On the third anniversary of his death, the U.S. government repeats our call for the Cambodian government to conduct a full, transparent, and credible investigation of Kem Ley’s assassination. We also express our renewed condolences to Kem Ley’s family, who are still waiting and hoping for a full accounting of his senseless and cowardly killing. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 11 July, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh June 28, 2019 The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh Statement on Rath Rott Mony Sentencing The U.S. Embassy is deeply concerned by the sentencing of Cambodian labor activist Rath Rott Mony to two years in jail for his assistance in the production of a documentary about sex trafficking. Reports on Mony’s ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 28 June, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Raffle Hotel Phnom Penh June 13, 2019 (as prepared for delivery) Excellency Pou Sothirak, Executive Director of Cambodia Institute for Peace and Cooperation (CICP). Excellency Sim Vireak, Advisor to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Department of State Deputy Assistant Secretary Mr. Walter Douglas Good morning everyone! It is my pleasure to join ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 June, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Speeches
Phnom Bakheng, Siem Reap Monday, June 10, 2019 (as prepared for delivery) Good Morning. I am happy to join the World’s Monument’s Fund 30th anniversary celebration. I would like to begin by thanking our distinguished guests for their presence here today: Her Excellency Dr. Phoeung Sackona, Minister of the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 10 June, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, Speeches
The U.S. Embassy, Phnom Penh will hold an auction of generators, furniture, and other supplies for the general public. Location of the Sale U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh Warehouse, No. 1782, National Road 5, Sangkat Toul Sangke, Khann Russey Keo. (North of Japanese Bridge) Date and Time of Sale Friday, May 24, 2019 8:00 a.m. – ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 22 May, 2019 | Topics: Business, News
Chief of Mission Residence Monday, April 29, 2019 (As prepared for delivery) Good evening everyone! Welcome to the U.S. Ambassador’s residence, and thank you for coming tonight to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Angkor Wildlife and Aquarium. My name is Michael Newbill and I am Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy. I may not get ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 30 April, 2019 | Topics: Business, Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, Speeches, U.S. & Cambodia
Op-Eds by Chargé d’affaires Michael Newbill I want to congratulate all students in Cambodia who have received offers of admission from one of the over 4,700 accredited institutions of higher learning in the United States. Graduates of U.S. universities have gone on to become leaders and innovators in many fields around the world, and you ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 23 April, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Speeches
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY Phnom Penh Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Funding Opportunity Title: YSEALI Regional Workshop on Citizen Journalism and Free Flow of Information Funding Opportunity Number: CB60019PAS004 Deadline for Applications: July 31, 2019 CFDA Number: 19.040 Total Amount Available: $200,000.00 A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Public Affairs Section of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 19 April, 2019 | Topics: Events, News
Press Statement Morgan Ortagus Department Spokesperson Washington, DC April 12, 2019 STATEMENT BY MORGAN ORTAGUS, SPOKESPERSON: Best Wishes for Khmer New Year On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer congratulations to the people of Cambodia on the occasion of Khmer New Year. The people-to-people ties between Cambodia and the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cambodia
Phnom Penh Thursday, April 4, 2019 (As prepared for delivery) Thank you very much for coming tonight. I can see we have a great, interested audience, and a top notch panel ready for an evening of thoughtful, heady discussion. I want to thank first the American Chamber of Commerce. I also want to thank our ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 April, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, Speeches
March 27, 2019 For Immediate Release U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Uighur Muslims Impacted by Human Rights Crisis in Xinjiang Uighur Autonomous Region of China Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met yesterday with Mihrigul Tursun, a Uighur Muslim who survived horrific conditions and abuse in a Chinese ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 29 March, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News
Media advisory For Immediate Release March 1, 2019 The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh and EducationUSA Cambodia will host the annual EducationUSA Fair 2019 on Monday, March 4, 2019 to highlight U.S. educational opportunities for Cambodian students. The Fair will provide a unique venue for Cambodians to connect with U.S. institutions of higher learning and to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 March, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
By Chargé d’affaires Michael Newbill Last week, I had the honor and opportunity to visit a site excavation performed by the DPAA. DPAA is charged with one of America’s most important humanitarian missions – finding and returning the remains of U.S. soldiers killed in action overseas. Returning the remains of loved ones to their families ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 26 February, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News
Rosewood Hotel, 36th Floor, Salon II Friday, February 22, 2019; 2:00 p.m. (as prepared for delivery) Good morning and thank you for joining us today. I am thrilled to see so many of you here to learn more today’s topic – the Cape Town Convention, and, more specifically, its potential benefits to Cambodia’s growing aviation ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 22 February, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, Speeches
National Olympic Stadium Thursday, February 21, 2019 (as prepared for delivery) Your Excellency Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, Minister of Education, Youth and Sports, Ambassador Tina Susan Redshaw and other distinguished guests, volunteers, presenters, and students, thank you so much for all of your work to organize this impressive festival. It is a huge pleasure to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 22 February, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, Speeches
For Immediate Release February 22, 2019 The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh is proud to sponsor the American music group Harpeth Rising in Cambodia. The February 21-27 tour is held in collaboration with the non-governmental organization Cambodian Living Arts (CLA). To kick off the tour, the Embassy invites members of the media to attend a press ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 22 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Over 25 representatives from U.S. colleges and universities will be available to speak with Cambodian students about degree programs, admission requirements, and scholarship opportunities in the United States at the EducationUSA Fair in Phnom Penh. Other exhibitors at the fair will provide information about student visas, U.S. government exchange programs, and EducationUSA advising. The fair ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 20 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, News
Ty Flewelling, PA-C, Medical Attaché – US Embassy Cambodia February 14, 2019 This week, I had the honor of joining the Chargé d’Affaires Michael Newbill, as he traveled to Kampong Thom Province to witness, first-hand the incredible care by a team of American medical professionals from the Cambodian Health Professionals Association of America (CHPAA). As ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 February, 2019 | Topics: Events
U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh Statement For Immediate Release February 12, 2019 The United States notes the European Union’s decision to begin proceedings to suspend Cambodia’s preferential trade benefits under the Everything But Arms (EBA) scheme due to the serious setbacks to the protection of human rights and labor rights over the past 18 months. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 12 February, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches
Submission Deadline: February 24, 2019 WHAT ASEAN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY FELLOWSHIP IS ALL ABOUT The ASEAN Science and Technology (S&T) Fellowship is the successor to the ASEAN-US Science and Technology Fellowship programme that was piloted and launched by the USAID ASEAN-U.S. Partnership for Good Governance, Equitable and Sustainable Development and Security (PROGRESS) program, in partnership ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, News
Press Releases Thursday, January 31, 2019 The Project: The U.S. government is funding over $17 million to increase the growth and development of freshwater aquaculture in Cambodia. The CAST Project, funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food for Progress program, aligns with the Royal Government of Cambodia’s Strategic Plan for Aquaculture Development. It ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 February, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases
Cambodiana Hotel, Phnom Penh Thursday, January 31, 2019 (as prepared for delivery) Good afternoon and welcome to the project launch for the Commercialization of Aquaculture for Sustainable Trade, or CAST! I would like to begin by giving special thanks to His Excellency Veng Sakhon, the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries, for joining us here today. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 February, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, Speeches
Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for South and Southeast Asia Dr. Joseph H. Felter will visit Cambodia January 15-16, 2019. DASD Felter will meet with Ministry of National Defense Secretary of State General Neang Phat to discuss a shared vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific region, and how a productive military-to-military relationship can help Cambodia ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 January, 2019 | Topics: Events, News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release December 20, 2018 Chinese Actors Compromise Global Managed Service Providers Since at least 2014, Chinese cyber actors associated with the Chinese Ministry of State Security have hacked multiple U.S. and global managed service and cloud providers. These Chinese actors used this access to compromise ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 21 December, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. Secretary of State
Raffles Hotel, Phnom Penh Wednesday, December 12, 2018 (as prepared for delivery) Welcome to the Closing Ceremony of U.S. Foods Week. Thank you all for being here. I would like to acknowledge HE Vath Chamroeun from the Ministry of Tourism for attending this evening. What is American cuisine? Hot dogs? Pizza? Buffalo wings? Tacos? Hoagies? ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 December, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, Speeches
National Day of Mourning President George H. W. Bush Wednesday December 5, 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh, Cambodia will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday December 5th. As the nation mourns the loss of President George H. W. Bush, President Trump has taken official action to allow Federal Employees to join their fellow citizens in remembering ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: Alert, News
Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh PAS Annual Program Statement Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-CB-600-19-PAS-0003 Deadline for Applications: Rolling Basis until September 1, 2019, see Section 4 for reviewing deadlines CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Total Amount Available: $20,000 Maximum for Each Award: $20,000 A.PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 28 November, 2018 | Topics: Events, News
Cambodia Funding Opportunity Number: CB-600-19-PAS-0004 Deadline for Applications: December 31, 2018 Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number: 19.040 (Public Diplomacy Program) Total Funding: USD17, 000 Program Description: The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh, Public Affairs Section announces an open competition for American and Cambodian non-profit organizations, universities, community organizations, and individuals that are already doing ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 28 November, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News
AL’s Tacos, Phnom Penh Monday, November 26, 2018 (as prepared for delivery) Thanks for coming. Delighted to join in opening this brand new Al’s Taco shop, the first of a planned 10 shops in Phnom Penh by the end of 2019. The Taco is a quintessential American food, which means it is a mix of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 27 November, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Speeches
U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh Invitation for U.S. Citizens: Town Hall with our Regional Social Security Administration Representative November 29, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh is pleased to invite U.S. citizens to attend a town hall meeting with Regional Federal Benefits Officer Darrin Morgan, on Thursday, November 29, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. in Phnom ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 19 November, 2018 | Topics: Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Raintree, Phnom Penh Wednesday, November 14, 2018 (as prepared for delivery) Thank you for that very kind introduction, Kate. And it’s good to be working together again, Sovan. Thank you all for coming out tonight for what I hope will be an interesting – and very practical – discussion of the opportunities and challenges facing ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 November, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Speeches
By Mike Pence November 9 at 6:19 PM Mike Pence is vice president of the United States. Last year in Vietnam, President Trump laid out the United States’ vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. This week, on the president’s behalf, I will lead a delegation to that region to discuss our progress on making this ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 November, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Vice President of the United States
National Museum, Phnom Penh Tuesday, November 6, 2018 (as prepared for delivery) Good afternoon colleagues from the media. Thank you for all for coming out today. I would like to begin by thanking our distinguished guests for their presence here today: H.E. Dr. Phoeurng Sackona, the Minister of Culture and Fine Arts; H.E. Kim Sedara, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 7 November, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches
David Bohigian Executive Vice President, OPIC Telephonic Briefing November 6, 2018 Moderator: Hi, good evening to everyone from the Asia Pacific Regional Media Hub in Manila. Thank you for joining us. And a thank you to David Bohigian for joining us so early from DC. David is the Executive Vice President of the U.S. Overseas ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 7 November, 2018 | Topics: Business, Economic Affairs, News
Deadline: December 31, 2018 The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is pleased to announce the 2019 Borlaug International Agricultural Science and Technology Fellowship Program (Borlaug Fellowship Program) for Cambodia. The Borlaug Fellowship Program promotes agricultural productivity, food security, and economic growth through collaborative research. The program offers training for agricultural research, leadership, and agricultural ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 6 November, 2018 | Topics: Agriculture, Environment, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Science & Tech | Tags: Agriculture, Borlaug Fellowship Program, Cambodia, Environment, USDA, USDA Borlaug Fellowship Program for Cambodia
16 Days campaign is also known as “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Campaign.” It runs from November 25 (International Day Against Violence against Women) to December 10 (International Human Rights Day). International Day Against Violence against Women was first declared in 1981 to commemorate the violent assassination of the Mirabal sisters on November ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 6 November, 2018 | Topics: News
Federal Awarding Agency: U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh Announcement Type: Grant Notice Funding Opportunity Number: CB600-19-PAS-002 Funding Opportunity Title: Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Opportunity Category Discretionary Funding Instrument Type: Grant Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number: 19.025 — Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Application Deadline: December 1, 2018 Total Funding: Ranging from $10,000 to $200,000 Anticipated Award ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 November, 2018 | Topics: Events, News
USAID/Cambodia is calling on all youths in Cambodia to submit a creative visual response to the following question: How can young people in Cambodia help prevent and respond to GBV? The competition winners will have the chance to: Lunch with key members of the U.S. Embassy Share their work in the globally distributed USAID Newsletters; ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 30 October, 2018 | Topics: Events
Lyla Restaurant, Phnom Penh Wednesday, October 25, 2018 (as prepared for delivery) The institution of the press plays three important roles in the national life of a country. First, a free press has a responsibility to inform the public about local and national developments in an accurate and timely fashion – policy statements, investment plans, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 25 October, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches
October 18, 2018 — Alexandria, Va. — The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) has become aware of reports that some overseas voters are unable to access their state’s online voter registration and election systems. This is primarily due to states blocking web traffic from foreign countries in an effort to increase the cybersecurity of their ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 19 October, 2018 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
Welcome to the 15th International Music Festival Phnom Penh with the festival’s theme of “Music and Migration” from November 1-4! This year Festival coincides with the celebration of 100th birth anniversary of the famous 20th Century American composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein. On November 1st at 7:00PM at Raffles Hotel Le Royal, there will be ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 16 October, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events
People around the world are spending more time online than ever before. As more people use the Internet for online shopping, banking, financial management, and socializing, they also expose themselves to increased cyber risks. Online threats and cyber-attacks are a threat to the national and economic security of every nation. Because cybersecurity is important to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 October, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
The Department of State administers the annual Diversity Visa (DV) Program which provides immigrant visas to 50,000 qualified applicants from a select group of eligible countries each year. There is no fee to apply, but to qualify you must meet the following simple but strict requirements: You must have completed your high school education or ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 October, 2018 | Topics: News, Visas
Rosewood Hotel, Phnom Penh Wednesday, September 26, 2018 (as prepared for delivery) Lok Chumteav Cham Nimul, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Commerce, and other colleagues from the Royal Government of Cambodia; Lok Okhnas, Lok Chumteav Okhnas, and other distinguished leaders from the Cambodian business communities: Mr. Allen Tan, Chairman of the American Chamber ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 26 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches
Raffles Hotel, Phnom Penh September 20, 2018 (as prepared for delivery) Good morning everyone! First, I want to welcome all of the participants who have come from other countries to attend this conference. And of course, I especially want to thank Ambassador Pou Sothirak for his leadership and vision in pulling this conference together. It ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 20 September, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Speeches | Tags: Chargé D'Affaires Michael Newbill
Deadline for submission: September 26, 2018 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce a scholarship opportunity for the Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSI) for Scholars on U.S. National Security Policymaking – Winter 2019. SUSI for Scholars is an intensive post-graduate level academic program with an integrated study tour whose ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 31 August, 2018 | Topics: Education, News
Krakor District, Pursat August 14, 2018 (as prepared for delivery) H.E. Dr. Mam Bunheng, Minister of Health; H.E. Ly Thuch, Senior Minister and 1st Vice President of the Cambodian Mine Action and Victims Assistance Authority (CMAA); H.E. Dr. Mau Thaknin, Governor of Pursat Province; Mr. Ben Vanna, Mayor of Krakor District; Dr. Khoy Dy, Director ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 14 August, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Asia Pacific Media Hub August 7, 2018 Moderator: Hi, good morning from the Asia Pacific Regional Media Hub in Manila. I’d like to thank our participants from around the region for joining us today. After a busy weekend at the ASEAN Ministerial Meeting and other multilateral events in Singapore, U.S. Ambassador Piper Campbell, Chargé d’Affaires ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 9 August, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Speeches
Event: National parliamentary elections on July 29 Location: Cambodia, countrywide Released date: July 24, 2018 This security message is being issued to alert U.S. citizens residing in, or traveling to, Cambodia that the upcoming national parliamentary elections on July 29 may spark political gatherings, demonstrations, or movements of security personnel. Although recent political gatherings in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 July, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Events, News, Security & Emergency Messages
National Museum of Cambodia June 18, 2018 Your Excellencies CHUCH Phoeurn and PRAK Sonnara from the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts; Your Excellency Dr. IM Koch from the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport; Mr. KONG Vireak, Director of the National Museum; Mr. Bertrand Porte from École Française d’Extrême-Orient; STEM Cambodia representatives; Ladies and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 18 June, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches
June 15, 2018 Your Excellencies, distinguished representatives of the Cambodian government, fellow members of the diplomatic corps, members of the private sector, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for coming! I also want to thank my wife, Angeline, for joining me here tonight, along with my Embassy colleagues, whose hard work made this unique event possible. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 June, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches
Released on June 15, 2018 Representatives of the U.S. Embassy and the National Museum on Monday will unveil a new museum display that features a rock collected by U.S. astronauts from the moon. The moon rock was donated to Cambodia in 1973 and is one of the “goodwill” samples of moon rocks collected as part ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 June, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases
Institute of Technology of Cambodia, Phnom Penh May 20, 2018 Your Excellency Secretary of State Mr. Im Koch, Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sport; Ms. Kate Heuisler, Chief of Party, Development Innovations Project; Friends from the private sector who are partnering with us on this event; Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, Good morning everyone and welcome ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 21 May, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Raintree, Phnom Penh May 16, 2018 Good evening everyone and thanks for coming! I am excited to be here tonight – in this space that was built precisely to support startups – for our first event of the year in our American Film Showcase exchange. Tonight we are very pleased to welcome Cheryl Miller Houser, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 16 May, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Released on May 15, 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh is pleased to announce that American filmmaker Cheryl Miller Houser will be visiting Cambodia May 16-19, 2018, to screen her documentary film about young American entrepreneurs, called “Generation Startup.” The documentary film features the front lines of entrepreneurship in America, capturing the struggles and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 May, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases
Phnom Penh May 8, 2018 Mr. Joe Manuszak, Vice President of International Development, ChemDry International; Mr. Sokny Sao, Managing Director of ChemDry Cambodia; his wife and business partner, Mrs. Moniveark Sou; distinguished guests, ladies, and gentlemen. Thank you for inviting me to participate in this grand opening of ChemDry in Cambodia. I am delighted to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 8 May, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
U.S. Ambassador’s Residence April 25, 2018 Congratulate the winners! Judges Choice: Goama (Gaming) Fan Favorite: Spare (Real Estate, Office Rental) Frontrunners: BookMeBus, Camboticket, (transport) Demine Robotics (demining) Thank Smart-Axiata CEO Thomas Hundt — sponsorship of TOP 100 contest and Echelon Summit in June in Singapore. Also Forte Insurance. Thank MPTC Secretary of State Kan Chanmeta ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 26 April, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
U.S. Embassy, Phnom Penh April 24, 2018 Good morning everyone, and thanks for joining us for our 2018 Earth Day celebration! Today we are excited to officially launch the U.S. Embassy’s new solar panel system and to host our annual Recycled Products Bazaar and Farmers Market! Thank you especially to your Excellency Khut Chandara, Undersecretary ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 25 April, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh, Cambodia April 11, 2018 Location: Wat Phnom and other areas in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, Cambodia Event: There have been media reports that an activist group may try to place an explosive device near Wat Phnom in Phnom Penh, or other similar locations in Phnom Penh or ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 11 April, 2018 | Topics: Events, Security & Emergency Messages
Released on March 27- April 8, 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh is proud to sponsor a group of American hip hop performers and artists to Cambodia from March 27- April 8, 2018. The “Next Level” program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and implemented by the University of North Carolina at ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 2 April, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases
Effective April 2, 2018, the passport execution fee will increase from $25 to $35 for U.S. passport applicants using the DS-11 form, including first-time applicants over age 16, children under age 16, and applicants who reapply after reporting their previous passport lost or stolen. Accordingly, the total passport fee for such applicants will increase by ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 30 March, 2018 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
Hun Sen Chrey Hor Pnov High School, Kampong Speu March 22, 2018 Your Excellency Hun Many, President, Union of Youth Federations of Cambodia and Member of the National Assembly from Kampong Speu province; Mr. David Wigglesworth, CEO of the Cambodia Beverage Company; Mr. Mark Steele, CEO of Planet Water; Mr. Khut Khemrin, Head Master of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 22 March, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Registration Deadline: 11:59 PM, March 25, 2018 The Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh will host an information session on the recruitment for the 2018-2020 English Access Microscholarship Program in Cambodia. The information session will be held at the American Center of the U.S. Embassy on March 29, 2018 from 15:00 ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 21 March, 2018 | Topics: Events, News
Program dates: August 2018 Application Deadline: 5:00 PM, March 25, 2018 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh is pleased to announce the recruitment for a two-week Integrating Critical Thinking Skills Program which will take place in the United States in August 2018. The Critical Thinking Skills Exchange Program is intended for ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 March, 2018 | Topics: Events, News
Released on March 12, 2018 The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce two upcoming 2018 EducationUSA Fairs. With support from the U.S. Embassy, EducationUSA Cambodia is organizing these Fairs to highlight U.S. educational opportunities for Cambodian students. The Fairs provide a unique venue for Cambodians to connect with U.S. institutions of higher learning and to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 12 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases
Released on March 5, 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh invites members of the media to attend a press conference to discuss Yorn Young’s new album launching concert in Kampong Thom. The press conference will take place on March 6, at Kuyteav Khmer Boran, House 136A, Street 122, Sangkat Toek Laak 1, Khan Toul ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 5 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases
Institute of Technology of Cambodia, Phnom Penh March 4, 2018 Your Excellency Dr. Im Koch from the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport; Ms. Hout Siekhuoy, President of the Fulbright and Undergraduate State Alumni Association of Cambodia and other members of FUSAAC; Students, parents, and volunteers; ladies and gentlemen. Good morning everyone and welcome to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 4 March, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Himawari Hotel, Phnom Penh February 28, 2018 Good morning everyone! Your Excellency Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, thank you for joining us today. YSEALI members from across ASEAN – Welcome to Cambodia and to the YSEALI Regional Workshop on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education! Pouk niset Khmae nuleynaw? Chraaln nah! Pouk Khmae chaalat dzieng gey! ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 28 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Chief of Mission Residence, Phnom Penh February 27, 2018 Welcome H.E. Im Koch, Secretary of State at MOEYS, and other colleagues from the RGC; Amb Bill Longhurst and other colleagues from diplomatic community; representatives of the private sector, universities and other educational institutions, civil society, tech community; and of course Visal Phork (admin director of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 27 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Released on February 27, 2018 The U.S. Embassy, in conjunction with The Asia Foundation and STEM Cambodia, will host the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) STEM Education Workshop. The opening ceremony will take place at 8 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018, in the Sunflower Ballroom at the Himawari Hotel. The U.S. Ambassador William Heidt ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 27 February, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases
Released on February 23, 2018 U.S. Ambassador to Cambodia William Heidt will participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony to launch the new American Center at the U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh. The Center will host a variety of programs including an English Club, Film Club, Book Club, and speakers on various topics. The Center will also ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 23 February, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases
Phnom Penh February 1, 2018 Your Excellency Kem Sithan, Secretary of State, Ministry of Commerce; Mr. Robert Southwick, Director of International Franchise, Circle K; Mr. Norm Tong of the TH CVS Company; distinguished guests, ladies, and gentlemen. Thank you for inviting me to participate in this grand opening of Circle K in Cambodia. I am ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 February, 2018 | Topics: Events, News
More than 20 representatives from U.S. colleges and universities will be available to speak with Cambodian students about degree programs, admission requirements, and scholarship opportunities in the United States at the EducationUSA Fair in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. Other exhibitors at the fair will provide information about student visas, U.S. government exchange programs, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 31 January, 2018 | Topics: Events, News
The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh is pleased to inform you that business opportunities for the supply and delivery of a variety of commodities and/or services will routinely be announced on the Embassy’s website. Please check the Embassy’s website periodically for new procurement opportunities.
https://kh.usembassy.gov/embassy/phnom-penh/business-opportunities/ This site contains information on all current solicitations and downloadable ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 11 January, 2018 | Topics: Events, News
American Education Center, Phnom Penh December 29, 2017 Good morning everyone! I am very happy to be here at AEC this morning for this special graduation ceremony for the English Access Microscholarship Program. Today we are celebrating your hard work and accomplishments over the past two years. But first I would like to acknowledge some ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 29 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Released on December 14, 2017 The U.S. Embassy is proud to announce an album launch concert with Young Yorn this Friday, December 15, at 6 p.m. The event is free and open to the public and will be held at the Cambodia-Korea Cooperation Center (CKCC). Every audience member will receive a free copy of his ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 14 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases
Released on December 12, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh is pleased to announce that the Cultural Heritage Center for the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State has awarded $350,000 from the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation to World Monuments Fund (WMF) for Phase 5 of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 14 December, 2017 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum December 8, 2017 Good morning everyone and thank you very much for coming out this morning. In particular, I would like to thank His Excellency Chuch Phoeurn for his remarks and for being with us today to represent the Minister of Culture and Fine Arts. I would also like to recognize ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 11 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Released on December 8, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts, will hold a signing ceremony for the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation 2017 project on “Conservation of 20th-Century Ethnographic Objects” at Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum on Monday, December 11, 2017, at 9:30 a.m. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases
Released on December 5, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Cambodia will host the ‘Great American Whiskey Tasting’ in Phnom Penh on December 6 and again in Siem Reap on December 8. The tasting will feature some of the finest U.S. whiskeys on the market today. These events will bring together spirits importers, distributors, retailers, mixologists, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 5 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases
Released on November 28, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh is pleased to announce the 2018 call for proposals for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) Small and Large Grants Programs. Applications may be submitted by any eligible non-commercial entity. The deadline for the Embassy to receive proposals is December 31, 2017. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases
Funding Opportunity Agency: U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh Funding Opportunity Title: Next Level Cambodia Funding Opportunity Number: CB-600-18-PAS-0005 Deadline for Applications: December 31, 2017 Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number: 19.040 (Public Diplomacy Program) Total Funding: USD15,000 A. Program Description The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh, Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Department of State announces ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 30 November, 2017 | Topics: Events, News
Joint Op-Ed column to Mark World AIDS Day by Vladanka Andreeva, UNAIDS Country Director and William Heidt, United States Ambassador December 1, 2017 World AIDS Day on December 1 is a time to remember the lives lost, rejoice in the progress made, and recommit to ending AIDS. In Cambodia, there is much to celebrate. Just ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 30 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News
Institute of Foreign Languages of the Royal University of Phnom Penh November 25, 2017 Good evening! On behalf of the United States Embassy in Phnom Penh, I’d like to thank you all for attending tonight’s concert, featuring Tony Memmel and His Band. Tony Memmel and His Band are visiting Cambodia as part of their Asia ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 25 November, 2017 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches
Released on November 22, 2017 The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for a $2 million, one-year grant to survey and clear unexploded ordnance in Eastern Cambodia for the 2018-2019 Fiscal Year, with the possibility that the grant could be extended for a second year. Eligible partners would use ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Funding Opportunity Title: English Programs NOFO Funding Opportunity Number: CB600-18-PAS-002 Deadline for Applications: Rolling Basis until September 1, 2018, see Section 4 for reviewing deadlines CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Total Amount Available: $15,000 A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh, Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: Events, News
Released on November 22, 2017 In honor of the U.S.-ASEAN 40th Anniversary and International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3, the U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh is sponsoring a visit of the American musical group “Tony Memmel and His Band” to Cambodia from November 24-30. Tony, who was born missing his left forearm, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases
Ambassador’s Residence November 21, 2017 H.E. Ing Kantha Phavi, Charge’ Rajiv Kumar, Okhna Madam Lim Chiv Ho, Okhna Keo Mom, Ms. Pok Nanda, other distinguished guests, ladies, and gentlemen. Thank you all for coming to honor Cambodia’s seven member, all-female delegation to the upcoming Global Entrepreneur Summit, or “GES” as it’s called. 2nd women’s entrepreneurship ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 21 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary Released on November 16, 2017 The United States expresses grave concern about the Cambodian government’s dissolution of the country’s main opposition party, the Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP), based on meritless and politicized allegations that it participated in a conspiracy to overthrow the government. It is becoming ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 17 November, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases
On November 16 2017, Cambodia’s Supreme Court is expected to rule on a motion to dissolve the opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP). The Cambodian government has placed its security forces on alert in anticipation of potential demonstrations and protests in response to the decision. Expect a heightened security presence in Phnom Penh, especially around ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 November, 2017 | Topics: Events, News, Security & Emergency Messages
Federal Awarding Agency: U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh Announcement Type: Grant Notice Funding Opportunity Number: CB600-18-PAS-004 Funding Opportunity Title: Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Opportunity Category: Discretionary Funding Instrument Type: Grant Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number: 19.025 — Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Application Deadline: January 5, 2018 Total Funding: Ranging from $10,000 to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 November, 2017 | Topics: Events, News
The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh, in collaboration with the Raffles Hotel Le Royal, will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the visit of former First Lady Jaqueline Kennedy to Cambodia in 1967. U.S. Ambassador to Cambodia William Heidt will cut a ribbon to open a photo exhibit about the First Lady’s visit to the Kingdom ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 November, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases
By Ambassador William A. Heidt Did you know that, after the United States and China, Southeast Asia is now the world’s hottest tech market? Eight “unicorns” – startups valued at more than $1 billion –have emerged in the region, including Sea (Gaming, Singapore), GrabTaxi (Transportation, Malaysia), Tokopedia (Marketplace, Indonesia), and VNG (Gaming, Vietnam). The region ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 27 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Speeches
Royal University of Agriculture, Phnom Penh October 18, 2017 (as prepared for delivery) H.E. Veng Sokhon, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Dr. Ngo Bunthan, Rector, Royal University of Agriculture Faculty, students, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen I’m delighted to be here this morning with Minister Veng Sokhon, Rector Dr. Ngo Bunthan and the students ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 18 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Released on October 17, 2017 Up to $15 million will soon be available to agricultural activities in Siem Reap, Battambang, Kampong Thom, and Pursat provinces as part of a new partnership between the U.S. Agency for International Development’s Development Credit Authority (DCA), AMK Microfinance Institution Plc, LOLC (Cambodia) Plc, and RMA Financial Services (Cambodia) Plc. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 17 October, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases
Due to technical issues, the registration period for DV-2019 is being restarted, and all entries made prior to October 18, 2017, will need to be resubmitted for the entrant to be considered. We regret the inconvenience to Diversity Visa entrants. In order to ensure fairness and protect the integrity of the process for all those ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 16 October, 2017 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Released on October 12, 2017 The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced a new, three-year, US$ 3 million initiative that will help close financing gaps that fund universal water supply and sanitation services in Cambodia, today. The “Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Finance” (WASH-FIN) activity will help the private sector make piped water available to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 12 October, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases
Bopea Studios, Phnom Penh September 28, 2017 (As prepared for delivery) H.E. Pheng Sovicheano, Secretary of State, Ministry of Public Works and Transport; Mr. Brooks Entwistle, Chief Business Officer Asia Pacific, Uber Technologies, Inc.; Mr. Damian Kassabgi, Director, Public Policy, Asia Pacific, Uber Technologies, Inc.; Mr. Thomas Hundt, Chief Executive Officer, Smart Axiata Co., Ltd.; ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 28 September, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Himawari Hotel, Phnom Penh September 15, 2017 (as prepared for delivery) Peace Corps staff, distinguished guests and most importantly the Peace Corps trainees and Volunteers, I am honored to participate in the swearing-in ceremony for the 11th cohort of Peace Corps Volunteers in Cambodia. Your Excellencies, your presence makes clear the importance our two countries ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Released on September 14, 2017 U.S. Ambassador to Cambodia William Heidt will swear in 71 Americans as members of the eleventh cohort of Peace Corps Cambodia volunteers during a special ceremony 9 a.m. Friday, September 15, 2017, at the Himawari Hotel in Phnom Penh. The swearing-in ceremony for the newest group of Peace Corps volunteers ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases
Released on September 13, 2017 This security message is being issued to alert U.S. citizens residing in or traveling to Cambodia that recent developments, including the arrest of a political figure, the expulsion of an American NGO and its foreign staff, and anti-American rhetoric by officials, may raise the overall tensions in the country. Although ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 September, 2017 | Topics: Events, News, Security & Emergency Messages
Released on September 13, 2017 As of September 13, the U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh, Cambodia has discontinued issuing B1, B2, and B1/B2 visas for Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs employees, with the rank of Director General and above, and their families, with limited exceptions. Under Section 243(d) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, when ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 13 September, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S. Embassy, Phnom Penh September 12, 2017 Thank you all for coming out today. I would like to make a brief statement, and then take questions. On September 2, I departed for the United States for an unplanned personal trip. Forty minutes after I departed, the Government arrested the opposition leader, Mr. Kem Sokha, on ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 12 September, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, Speeches
Himawari Hotel, Phnom Penh September 1, 2017 (as prepared for delivery) Your Excellency, Kong Vibol, Director General of the General Department of Taxation, and other representatives of the Cambodian government; H.E. Rajiv Kumar, Charge d’Affaires of the Embassy of India (and fellow parent of a 14-year old boy); AmCham President Mr. Charles Esterhoy, InCham President ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 1 September, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Kampong Speu Province August 14, 2017 (as prepared for delivery) Your Excellencies, distinguished guests, Borset Secondary School children and staff, and citizens of Kampong Speu, thank you for inviting me to today’s ceremony. I am grateful to visit Kampong Speu and to meet the wonderful people who call this part of Cambodia home. Today as ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 14 August, 2017 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches
InterContinental Hotel, Phnom Penh June 29, 2017 (as prepared for delivery) Your Excellency Ly Thuch, Senior Minister and Second Vice President of the Cambodian Mine Action and Victims Assistance Authority, Your Royal Highnesses, other distinguished representatives of the Cambodian government, fellow members of the diplomatic corps, the private sector, and civil society, ladies and gentlemen. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 29 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
January 24, 2017 Congratulations to team Green Lady, with members Hok Sovanvotey, Mak Sovannaret, and Bui Thi Minh Ngoc, and Eco Life Cambodia, with members Krech Srey Neang, Sokh Chivorn, and Sam Leakna, who were selected from Cambodia as winners in the 2017 YSEALI Seeds for the Future Grant competition! Green Lady, a project to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Cambodia | 24 January, 2017 | Topics: Events, News
