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About the People
Buddhism generally shapes the lives and perspectives of Cambodia’s people. Cambodians are traditionally known as optimists. The group or community (often defined as the extended family) is more important than the individual, as are ancestors and rulers. The individual generally has limited privacy and rights, and is expected to act for the good of the community.
Cultural Attributes
Buddhism generally shapes the lives and perspectives of Cambodia's people. Cambodians are usually optimistic. The group or community (often defined as the extended family) is more important than the individual, as are ancestors and rulers. The individual generally has limited privacy and rights, and is expected to act for the good of the community.
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Greetings, Gestures & Visiting
One common greeting is "sok sebai" which means "How are you?". Common greetings are done by one by placing both hands together in a prayer-like position. Persons holding or carrying something may simply bow their heads slightly. Shaking hands is not common in Cambodia.
Diet
There are two basic dishes in Cambodia: soup and rice. A bowl of soup may have any combination of fish, eggs, vegetables, meat and spicy broth. Rice is the staple food of Cambodia. Seafood and fish are also common.
Family
Multiple generations often live together. The elderly are cared for by their children. Because so many men died at the hands of the Khmer Rouge, Cambodia has a large number of orphans, widows, and single-parent families. Single mothers try to remarry.
Dating Customs
Khmer girls are shy and often lack self-assurance. Improved feelings of self-worth often come with marriage. While boys and girls are generally able to choose their spouses, dating is organized so that a girl’s exposure is limited to certain choices. Khmer do not intermarry with other ethnic groups.
Recreation
Soccer and volleyball are the most popular sports. Other sports include basketball and bicycle racing and for girls hopscotch. Children have family chores which limit their recreation time.
Holidays
Independence Day
11/9Independence Day
Christmas
12/25Christmas
Cambodia is a country that is located in the Southeast region of the Asian continent. Hence, it has been part of the French Indochina colonized countries during its early years. This has resulted in some of its traditions and beliefs about Christmas. Most people in the country are non-Christians which make the celebration of Christmas in Cambodia more solemn than in other Christian countries.
Merry Christmas in traditional Cambodian language is ‘Soursdey Noel,’ pronounced ‘soors-dee Noel.’ Take note of the influence of the French culture even in the greeting as “Noel” is a native French word.
Santa Claus is well known in Cambodia. Even among Buddhist children, he is still considered a prime figure of the occasion and is the giver of gifts to children who are good. This has helped build up the tradition of Santa Claus among non-Christians as a saint who goes from house to house during Christmas Eve to check on good little children and give them gifts.
The tradition taught to the local Christians was to place a shoe outside their bedroom door during the night. The next day, good little children find their shoes brimming over with little toys and goodies stuffed into their shoes by Santa Claus.
Christmas starts in December which is also when the weather starts to get a little chilly. The locals stores and shops display Christmas ornaments and decors made or ceramics, embroideries and native materials that light up the streets and windows.
The traditions for the local Christian groups during this period are to go to masses that are held celebrating the birth of Christ. In distant villages they celebrate the occasion in the privacy of their homes with prayers and small ceremonies. Christmas feast dishes include Pleah beef salad with prahok, kuyteav, fish dishes, noodles and rice. The New Year celebrations are usually the indication that the Christmas season is about to end.
Christmas trees are found in almost every Christian home in the country. Even some non-Christian homes have these trees in their homes to make the season more festive. Traditional Christmas trees are decorated with crystal ornaments, candy canes, angel figurines and Christmas bells and balls.
Dates of Interest
- December 25th
Cambodia is a country that is located in the Southeast region of the Asian continent. Hence, it was part of the French Indochina colonized countries during its early years. This has resulted in some of its traditions and beliefs about Christmas. Most people in the country are non-Christians which makes the celebration of Christmas in Cambodia more solemn than in other Christian countries. Merry Christmas in the traditional Cambodian language is 'Soursdey Noel,' pronounced 'soors-dee Noel.' Take note of the influence of the French culture even in the greeting as "Noel" is a native French word. Santa Claus is well known in Cambodia. Even among Buddhist children, he is still considered a prime figure of the occasion and is the giver of gifts to children who are good. This has helped build up the tradition of Santa Claus among non-Christians as a saint who goes from house to house on Christmas Eve to check on children and deliver gifts.
How do people greet each other in Cambodia?
A common greeting is placing both hands together in a prayer-like position, often with the phrase "sok sebai" ("How are you?"). Shaking hands is not common.
Do
- Place both hands together in a prayer-like position to greet
- Bow your head slightly if you are holding or carrying something
Don’t
- Don't expect handshakes, as they are uncommon
Good to know
- "Sok sebai" means "How are you?"
What are dining customs like in Cambodia?
The two basic dishes are soup and rice, with rice as the staple; Cambodians eat with chopsticks, a spoon, or their fingers depending on the food and family custom.
Good to know
- A bowl of soup may combine fish, eggs, vegetables, meat and spicy broth
- Cambodian food is generally blander with more fish and gravies than neighboring countries
- Cuisine shows Indian, Chinese, and European influences
- Seafood and fish are common
What etiquette should I know when visiting a home or temple in Cambodia?
Remove your shoes when entering a home, place of worship, or religious school, and expect to be honored as a guest with the best seat and food.
Do
- Remove your shoes when entering a home, wat, or religious school
- Remove hats and shoes when entering a wat (pagoda)
- Accept the best place to sit and best portion of food graciously
Don’t
- Don't embarrass someone in public
- Don't raise your voice, as it signals a bad personality
How should I dress in Cambodia?
Traditional clothing for men and women is common, and a "krama" (a large scarf) is often used as a hat or small blanket.
Good to know
- Younger women may wear colored hats
- A krama scarf can serve as a hat or small blanket
What gestures should I be aware of in Cambodia?
Gesture rules come from Buddhism; waving the hand is a sign of friendship, and it is important to distinguish a "yes" meaning "I'm listening" from a "yes" meaning "I understand."
Do
- Wave your hand as a friendly gesture
Don’t
- Don't raise your voice
- Don't embarrass anyone in public
Good to know
- Clarify whether a "yes" means someone is listening or actually understands
What is family life like in Cambodia?
Multiple generations often live together, the elderly are cared for by their children, and the extended family community is valued above the individual.
Good to know
- Cambodia has many orphans, widows, and single-parent families due to the Khmer Rouge era
- Single mothers often try to remarry or form small clans of women and children for mutual aid
- Khmer tradition allows a man more than one wife, but it is rarely practiced due to economic burden
- Khmer do not intermarry with other ethnic groups
What do people do for recreation in Cambodia?
Soccer and volleyball are the most popular sports, with basketball, bicycle racing, and hopscotch for girls also played.
Good to know
- A popular village game involves throwing your sandals at a line drawn in the dirt, closest sandal wins
- Children's recreation is limited by family chores
Last updated: 2026-07-12 · Sources: CountryReports
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Travel and Tourism
Travel and Tourism
- Travel Alert Status
- Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
- Currency
- 4066
- Time Difference
- UTC+7 (12 hours ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time)
- Climate
- The climate in Cambodia is relatively consistent throughout the country--hot and humid. There are two distinct seasons: a dry season that lasts from November to May, and a rainy season lasting from June to October. The country has an average annual rainfall of between 50 and 75 inches with the southwestern mountains, the area with the highest rainfall, receiving nearly 200 inches per year. December to February are the coolest months of the year, when temperatures can drop to the mid to upper 60°F (25-27°C). April is the hottest month, when temperatures regularly exceed 100°F (40°C). The average relative humidity is 81%. During the rainy season, periodic flooding in Phnom Penh can make driving a problem due to the city's old and dysfunctional drainage system. Despite this, standing water usually drains away within a matter of hours.
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History
History
Historical Eras
Funan & Chenla
100 – 802
The earliest Indianized kingdoms of mainland Southeast Asia emerged in the Mekong Delta region. Funan, a trading and agrarian state heavily influenced by Indian religion and statecraft, flourished from roughly the first to sixth century before being absorbed by its successor polity, Chenla, which expanded Khmer dominion across much of modern Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam.
Angkor Empire
802 – 1431
Jayavarman II unified the Khmer realm in 802 and inaugurated the Angkor period, the zenith of Khmer civilization. At its height under Jayavarman VII (1181–ca. 1218), the empire controlled vast territories from its monumental capital at Angkor, producing masterworks of hydraulic engineering and temple architecture. Sustained Thai pressure, dynastic strife, and the collapse of the irrigation network led to the abandonment of Angkor after the Siamese sacked it in 1431.
Post-Angkor Decline
1431 – 1863
With Angkor lost, the Khmer court relocated southward toward the Mekong, and Cambodia was reduced to a buffer state contested by Siam and a expanding Vietnam. The Thai seized the capital Lovek in 1594, and by the late seventeenth century Vietnam had annexed the Mekong Delta, severing Cambodia from the sea. Centuries of territorial attrition left the kingdom politically fragmented and economically weakened.
French Protectorate
1863 – 1953
King Norodom signed a protectorate agreement with France in 1863, initiating nine decades of colonial rule that gradually stripped the monarchy of real authority. During World War II, Japanese occupation paradoxically fostered Khmer nationalist sentiment even while Vichy French administrators remained in place. King Norodom Sihanouk's sustained diplomatic campaign — his Royal Crusade for Independence — compelled France to transfer sovereignty, and full independence was declared in November 1953.
Sihanouk & War Years
1953 – 1975
Independent Cambodia navigated Cold War pressures under Sihanouk, who abdicated the throne in 1955 to dominate civilian politics and pursued a precarious neutrality. A US-backed coup in 1970 installed Lon Nol, drawing Cambodia fully into the Vietnam War and enabling the Khmer Rouge insurgency to grow. Years of US bombing and civil conflict devastated the countryside and set the stage for the Khmer Rouge's seizure of Phnom Penh in April 1975.
Khmer Rouge & Recovery
1975 – 1993
The Khmer Rouge regime evacuated cities, abolished currency, and executed perceived enemies in an agrarian revolution that killed an estimated 1.5 to 2 million people between 1975 and 1979. A Vietnamese invasion in late 1978 toppled the regime but sparked over a decade of civil war and international isolation. The 1991 Paris Peace Accords and UN-supervised elections in 1993 restored a constitutional monarchy and began Cambodia's halting transition toward stability.
Modern Cambodia
1993 – present
The restoration of the monarchy under King Sihanouk and subsequent coalition governments presided over gradual economic growth, though factional violence in 1997 briefly destabilized the country. The final Khmer Rouge elements surrendered in 1999, and UN-backed tribunals later prosecuted surviving leaders for crimes against humanity. Cambodia has since pursued integration into ASEAN and sustained development, even as concerns about democratic backsliding and single-party dominance persist.
Overview
A gate of the Angkor Thom temple complex,
Timeline of Key Events
1700
Viets conquer Mekong Delta.
Viets conquer Mekong Delta; weaker Khmer kingdom assumes roughly modern borders of Cambodia.
1834 – 1841
Viets attack and share increasing control over Khmers with Siam kingdom.
Viets attack and share increasing control over Khmers with Siam kingdom.
1863
Cambodia becomes a protectorate of France. French colonial rule lasts for 90 years.
Cambodia becomes a protectorate of France. French colonial rule lasts for 90 years.
1941 – 1945
Cambodia is occupied by Japan during World War II.
Cambodia is occupied by Japan during World War II.
1946
France re-imposes its protectorate.
France re-imposes its protectorate.
1953
Cambodia wins its independence from France.
Cambodia wins its independence from France. Under King Sihanouk, it becomes the Kingdom of Cambodia.
1965
Head of State Sihanouk breaks off relations with the US.
Head of State Sihanouk breaks off relations with the US and allows North Vietnamese guerrillas to set up bases in Cambodia in pursuance of their campaign against the US-backed government in South Vietnam.
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View expanded historyInteresting Facts
Interesting Facts
When a child loses a tooth, if they lose a lower tooth, they throw it on the roof. If they lose an uppe rtooth, they put it under their bed. Their parents tell them that the new tooth will grow toward the old one and come in straight.
Located in Northwestern Cambodia, Angkor, the Capital of the Ancient Khmer Empire was possibly founded around the Ninth Century AD by King Jayavarman II. However, the city reached its peak glory in the 12th Century under Kings Suryavarman II and Jayavarman VII. The most beautiful and most famous monument in the city, Angkor Wat, lies about one kilometer south of the Royal town of Angkor Thom which was founded by Jayavarman VII. The Temple of Angkor Wat was dedicated to the Hindu God Vishnu by King Suryavarman II, who reigned between AD 1131 and 1150. The Temple was constructed over a period of 30 years, and illustrates some of the most beautiful examples of Khmer and Hindu art. Covering an area of about 81 hectares, the complex consists of five towers, which are presently shown on the Cambodian national flag. These towers are believed to represent the five peaks of Mount Meru, the Home of Gods and Center of the Hindu Universe. Angkor Wat features the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls, narrating stories from Hindu Mythology. With the decline of the Ancient Khmer Empire, Angkor Wat was turned into a Buddhist Temple and was continuously maintained, which helped its preservation. In 1992, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee declared the monument, and the whole city of Angkor, a World Heritage Site.
Historians have different opinions as to the number of inhabitants living in the Aztec capital before the arrival of the Spaniards. While it is believed that the city had a minimum of 100 thousand inhabitants, others estimate that this population surpassed 200 thousand. Tenochtitlan was built on a series of islands situated in one of the shallow lakes, which at the time, covered a large part of the Valley of Mexico. Tenochtitlan. The Aztecs extended and consolidated land for construction purposes and linked the islands by means of three wide causeways and aqueducts that channeled pure water to the city. The Aztec capital was crossed by many canals along which thousand of canoes were paddled. The city center was occupied by a sacred area formed by dozens of temples and palaces, among which the Main Temple dedicated to rain god Tláloc and sun god, Huitzilopochtli, whom the Aztecs considered their protector, was especially important. The city was divided into neighborhoods called calpulli, where local inhabitants had use of agricultural lands. Farmers took water from the canals to water their groves, and the cultivation of crops on chinampas was widespread. Although these floating platforms are always damp and produce excellent harvests, they need to be painstakingly cared for and cultivated.
Over two thousand years in the making, the Banaue rice terraces are often referred to as the eighth wonder of the world. As landscapes go, there can be few more spectacular and breathtaking than those around Banaue in the Central Cordillera mountain range on the island of Luzon. Remote villages, mysterious headhunting tribes and, of course, the terraces themselves will intrigue any visitor to the Philippines to explore the magnificent natural surroundings of Banaue. The Ifugao tribespeople who created and farmed the terraces in order to supply their staple crop of rice have in doing so left behind an architectural masterpiece. The fact that they were constructed using only primitive tools and bare hands makes the terraces even more astounding. They need constant upkeep but unfortunately today's young generation no longer feel the need to farm rice so the terraces are increasingly left to ruin.
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View all interesting factsGeography and Environment
Geography and Environment
- Terrain
- mostly low, flat plains; mountains in southwest and north
- Climate
- The climate in Cambodia is relatively consistent throughout the country — hot and humid. There are two distinct seasons: a dry season that lasts from November to May, and a rainy season lasting from June to October. The country has an average annual rainfall of between 50 and 75 inches with the southwestern mountains, the area with the highest rainfall, receiving nearly 200 inches per year. December to February are the coolest months of the year, when temperatures can drop to the mid to upper 60ºF (25–27ºC). April is the hottest month, when temperatures regularly exceed 100ºF (40ºC). The average relative humidity is 81%. During the rainy season, periodic flooding in Phnom Penh can make driving a problem due to the city's old and dysfunctional drainage system. Despite this, standing water usually drains away within a matter of hours.
- Natural Hazards
- monsoonal rains (June to November); flooding; occasional droughts
- Current Environmental Issues
- illegal logging activities throughout the country and strip mining for gems in the western region along the border with Thailand have resulted in habitat loss and declining biodiversity (in particular, destruction of mangrove swamps threatens natural fisheries); soil erosion; in rural areas, most of the population does not have access to potable water; declining fish stocks because of illegal fishing and overfishing
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People & Demographics
Religion
Languages Spoken
Khmer (official) 95%, French, English
- Khmer
- French
Population
- Population
- 14,753,320
- Population in Major Urban Areas
- PHNOM PENH (capital) 1.55 million
- Nationality Noun
- Cambodian(s)
- Ethnic Groups
- Khmer 90%, Vietnamese 5%, Chinese 1%, other 4%
- Language Note
- The Khmer language comes from an older language called paali, which developed as a successor to Indian Sanskrit. Khmer has 26 vowels and 33 consonants.
Education
- Literacy Definition
- Age 15 and over can read and write
Health Information
- Major Infectious Diseases — degree of risk
- Very high
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View full people and societyGovernment & Politics
Government & Politics
Country Identity
- Country Name
- Cambodia
- Full Country Name
- Kingdom of Cambodia
- Local - Long
- Preahreacheanacha Kampuchea (phonetic pronunciation)
- Local - Short
- Kampuchea
- Former Name
- Kingdom of Cambodia, Khmer Republic, Democratic Kampuchea, People's Republic of Kampuchea, State of Cambodia
Government Structure
- Government Type
- multiparty democracy under a constitutional monarchy established in September 1993
- Legal System
- primarily a civil law mixture of French-influenced codes from the United Nations Transitional Authority in Cambodia (UNTAC) period, royal decrees, and acts of the legislature, with influences of customary law and remnants of communist legal theory; increasing influence of common law in recent years
- Executive Branch
- chief of state: King Norodom SIHAMONI (since 29 October 2004) head of government: Prime Minister HUN Manet (since 22 August 2023); Deputy Prime Ministers include SUN Chanthol, HOR Namhong, BUN Rany Hun Sen, and TEA Banh, among others cabinet: Council of Ministers named by the prime minister and appointed by the monarch elections: none; the monarch is chosen by a Royal Throne Council from among eligible male royals; following legislative elections, a member of the majority party or majority coalition is nominated as prime minister by the Chairman of the National Assembly and appointed by the king
- Legislative Branch
- bicameral consists of the National Assembly (123 seats; members elected by popular vote to serve five-year terms) and the Senate (61 seats; two members appointed by the monarch, two elected by the National Assembly, and 57 elected by "functional constituencies"; members serve five-year terms) elections: National Assembly - last held 27 July 2003 (next to be held in July 2008); Senate - last held 2 March 1999 (scheduled to be held in 2004 but delayed) election results: National Assembly - percent of vote by party - CPP 47%, SRP 22%, FUNCINPEC 21%, other 10%; seats by party - CPP 73, FUNCINPEC 26, SRP 24; Senate - percent of vote by party - NA; seats by party - CPP 31, FUNCINPEC 21, SRP 7, other 2 (July 2003)
- Judicial Branch
- Supreme Council of the Magistracy (provided for in the constitution and formed in December 1997); Supreme Court (and lower courts) exercises judicial authority
- Suffrage
- 18 years of age; universal
- Constitution
- promulgated 21 September 1993
- Independence
- 9 November 1953 (from France)
- National Holiday
- Independence Day, 9 November (1953)
Capital City
- Capital Name
- Phnom Penh
- Capital - geographic coordinate
- 11 33 N, 104 55 E
- Capital Time Difference
- UTC+7 (12 hours ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time)
Phnom Penh translates as "Penh's Hill" in Khmer; the city takes its name from the present Wat Phnom (Hill Temple), the tallest religious structure in the city, whose establishment, according to legend, was inspired in the 14th century by a pious nun, Daun PENH
Military
Branches: Royal Cambodian Armed Forces: Royal Cambodian Army, Royal Khmer Navy, Royal Cambodian Air Force
Embassy / Diplomatic Mission
US Embassy Phnom Penh
No. 1, Street 96 (near Wat Phnom), Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Telephone: (855-23) 728-000
Fax: (855-23) 728-700
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View full government detailsEconomy
Economy
Cambodia has experienced significant economic transformation over the past two decades, transitioning from one of the world's poorest nations to a lower-middle-income country, a status it achieved in 2015. Between 1998 and 2019, Cambodia sustained an average annual growth rate of approximately 7%, making it one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. However, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted this trajectory, causing the economy to contract by 3.1% in 2020 before rebounding to growth rates of around 3% in 2021 and 5% in 2022 and 2023.
The economy is largely driven by garment and footwear manufacturing, tourism, construction, real estate, and agriculture. The garment, textile, and footwear sector remains the largest export industry, employing hundreds of thousands of workers and accounting for a substantial share of total exports. Major destinations include the United States, the European Union, Japan, and increasingly China. Tourism, which had grown to attract over 6.6 million international visitors in 2019, was severely impacted by the pandemic but has been gradually recovering, with arrivals climbing back above 5 million in 2023.
Cambodia has diversified somewhat in recent years, with electronics, bicycles, and agricultural products such as rice, rubber, and cassava gaining importance. The country benefits from preferential trade arrangements, although the partial withdrawal of the European Union's Everything But Arms (EBA) trade preferences in 2020, over human rights concerns, has posed challenges for exporters.
Despite progress, Cambodia faces persistent structural challenges. Poverty remains concentrated in rural areas, and the workforce continues to suffer from skill gaps, particularly in technical and vocational fields. Infrastructure, while improving through significant Chinese investment under the Belt and Road Initiative, remains uneven outside major urban centers. Concerns about governance, corruption, the rule of law, and political stability continue to weigh on the investment climate. The financial sector has also drawn scrutiny over rising household debt and rapid credit expansion.
Looking ahead, Cambodia's key economic priorities include diversifying beyond garments and tourism, upgrading workforce skills, improving infrastructure, and strengthening institutions. With a young population—roughly half under the age of 25—job creation in higher-productivity sectors will remain central to sustaining inclusive growth in the coming decade.
Snapshot
- Currency Name and Code
- riels (KHR)
- GDP — official exchange rate
- $4,729,000,000 (USD)
- GDP Real Growth Rate
- 6%
- Gini Index
- 10
Banknotes
Budget & Public Finance
- Fiscal Year
- calendar year
- Annual Budget
- $772,000,000 (USD)
- External Debt
- $800,000,000 (USD)
- Investment (% of GDP)
- 22.8%
- Economic Aid
- $548,000,000 (USD)
- Current Account Balance
- -$269,000,000 (USD)
- Reserves of Foreign Exchange
- $1,100,000,000 (USD)
Labor, Industry & Trade
- Labor Force by Occupation
- agriculture 75%
- Household Income — highest 10%
- 33.8%
- Industries
- tourism, garments, rice milling, fishing, wood and wood products, rubber, cement, gem mining, textiles
- Agriculture Products
- rice, rubber, corn, vegetables, cashews, tapioca
- Export Commodities
- Clothing, timber, rubber, rice, fish, tobacco, footwear
- Export Partners
- US 59.8%, Germany 9.2%, UK 7%, Singapore 4.4%
- Import Commodities
- petroleum products, cigarettes, gold, construction materials, machinery, motor vehicles, pharmaceutical products
- Import Partners
- Thailand 22.9%, Singapore 15.7%, Hong Kong 15.1%, China 11.2%, Taiwan 8.5%, South Korea 5.1%, Vietnam 4.8%
Energy
- Oil Production
- 0 bbl/day
- Oil Consumption
- 3,700 bbl/day
- Oil Reserves
- 0 bbl/day
- Natural Gas Production
- 0 cu m
- Natural Gas Consumption
- 0 cu m
- Natural Gas Imports
- 0 cu m
- Natural Gas Exports
- 0 cu m
- Natural Gas Reserves
- 0 cu m
Communications
- Telephone System
- General Assessment: adequate fixed-line and/or cellular service in Phnom Penh and other provincial cities; mobile-cellular phone systems are widely used in urban areas to bypass deficiencies in the fixed-line network; mobile-phone coverage is rapidly expanding in rural areas Domestic: fixed-line connections stand at about 4 per 100 persons; mobile-cellular usage, aided by competition among service providers, is increasing rapidly and stands at 92 per 100 persons International: country code - 855; adequate but expensive landline and cellular service available to all countries from Phnom Penh and major provincial cities; satellite earth station - 1 Intersputnik (Indian Ocean region)
- Internet Country Code
- .kh
News & Weather
News & Weather
Current Weather
Latest News
Thailand Raises Alarm With China Over Tanks to Cambodia Army - Bloomberg.com
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Visa waiver programs extended - Taipei Times
Taipei Times · 2d ago
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South China Morning Post · 8h ago
Air Cambodia signs deal to purchase 20 C909 jets, becoming first foreign flag carrier to place batch order for this Chinese aircraft - Global Times
Global Times · 2d ago
Japan to provide defense equipment to Cambodia under security aid program - Japan Today
Japan Today · 22h ago
Cambodia's UNCLOS move closes door to land border talks, Thai FM says - Khaosod English
Khaosod English · 15h ago
Thai military says it is ready across land, sea and air as JIC rejects Cambodian claims - Nation Thailand
Nation Thailand · 10h ago
Cambodia: Evidence suggests scamming compounds bypassed despite high-profile ‘crackdown’ - Amnesty International
Amnesty International · 42d ago
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Climate Overview
The climate in Cambodia is relatively consistent throughout the country--hot and humid. There are two distinct seasons: a dry season that lasts from November to May, and a rainy season lasting from June to October. The country has an average annual rainfall of between 50 and 75 inches with the southwestern mountains, the area with the highest rainfall, receiving nearly 200 inches per year. December to February are the coolest months of the year, when temperatures can drop to the mid to upper 60°F (25-27°C). April is the hottest month, when temperatures regularly exceed 100°F (40°C). The average relative humidity is 81%. During the rainy season, periodic flooding in Phnom Penh can make driving a problem due to the city's old and dysfunctional drainage system. Despite this, standing water usually drains away within a matter of hours.
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