Cambodia
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17-Jan-2021 π¬ inbound4 prime tourism poles and 250 projects have been identified for Kep provinceβs tourism development masterplan. The Ministry plans to transform Kep into a high-end luxury tourism destinationSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50804284/four-key-poles-and-over-250-projects-included-in-the-draft-of-kep-tourism-development-master-plan/
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17-Jan-2021 π vaccineThe PM has said that he will receive the Sinopharm vaccine first, to build trustSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50804325/pm-i-will-get-the-covid-19-vaccine-first/
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17-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Environment and Tour Guides Association will partner to manage tourism better in areas with potential for ecotourismSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50804269/environment-ministry-seeks-to-boost-ecotourism/
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16-Jan-2021 π vaccineCambodia will accept 1 million Sinopharm vaccines in a donation from ChinaSource: asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Coronavirus/Cambodia-accepts-1m-doses-of-China-s-Sinopharm-vaccine
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15-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism has said that it is proud of Cambodia for being ranked one of it the top countries in the world for fighting COVID-19, a sign that it is safe to visitSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50803895/cambodia-a-safe-tourist-destination-as-who-praises-c-19-pandemic-impact-management/
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15-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundCambodia will launch the Global Travel Assessment System (GTAS), to allow better border security and identify high-risk air travellers before they enter the countrySource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50803897/cambodia-seeks-to-detect-high-risk-air-travellers/
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14-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundJapan has suspended its Business Track and Residence Track programs to allow overseas business travellers to visit the country, including from Cambodia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand and VietnamSource: e.vnexpress.net/news/news/japan-suspends-business-visit-program-for-vietnam-10-other-economies-4220774.html
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14-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundCambodia and Timor-Leste are seeking civil aviation cooperation between the 2 countries. They are also working on an MoU for tourism cooperation between the 2Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50803594/cambodia-timor-leste-seek-civil-aviation-cooperation/
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14-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundA beer festival is being planned for 30 Jan on Kampot, organised by a local hotel, to attract domestic touristsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50803579/beer-festival-plan-to-rejuvenate-kampot-tourism/
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12-Jan-2021 π¬ inbound1.28 million international visitors arrived into Cambodia from Jan-Nov, down 78.2% YoY. The largest source markets were China, Thailand and Vietnam. The Tourism Ministry will issue a directive on the implementation of events being held at tourism destinations, as well as an work on potential travel bubblesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50802732/jan-nov-international-tourist-numbers-down-dramatically/
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12-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundThe Win-Win Monument will once more open to visitors after being closed due to the pandemicSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50802689/visitors-welcome-again-at-win-win-monument/
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12-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundShinta Mani have expanded their sustainable farm projects after a successful initial projectSource: www.ttgasia.com/2021/01/12/shinta-mani-foundation-expands-sustainable-farming-projects/
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12-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism is providing short courses to tourism workers to refresh their skills. In H2 2020, 13,000 workers had joined ministry courses They expect 500,000 tourists in 2021, but the number could increase if the COVID-19 situation improvesSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/ministry-rolls-out-refresher-tourism-courses-after-covid-lull
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11-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundKirirom National Park and Prek Toal bird sanctuary have now had ticket sales rights allocated to a private company, something which has been welcomed by the Cambodia Association of Travel Agents, who has said that it will further galvanise the private sector to invest in tourismSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/firm-wins-rights-ticket-sales-kirirom-prek-toal
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10-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundCambodia plans to launch a travel bubble with Cambodia and ASEAN + 3 countries (including China, Japan and South Korea). The Tourism Minister has said that the details are still being worked out with the Ministry of Health and the private sectorSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/ministry-mulls-asean3-travel-bubble
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09-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundLocal schools will reopen on 11 Jan as plannedSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50802096/prime-minister-announces-schools-to-open-january-11-as-planned/
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09-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundLocals are concerned that Chinese backed developments in Kampot could damage the townβs heritage charmSource: www.scmp.com/lifestyle/travel-leisure/article/3116784/chinese-construction-cambodias-next-tourism-hotspot-kampot
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07-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundThe Tourism Ministry wants to increase the skills of tourism professionalsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50801457/drive-to-increase-skills-of-tourism-professionals/
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07-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundThe Angkor Wat International Half Marathon will take place on 24 JanSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50801486/angkor-wat-international-half-marathon-slated-for-jan-24/
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07-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundCambodia attended a signing ceremony for the ASEAN Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) on Tourism, enabling 32 job titles from 2 sectors, including hotel services and travel services, to be recognised regionallySource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50801383/cambodia-attends-signing-of-protocol-to-amend-regional-manual-on-tourism/
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06-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundCambodia has potential for bird watching tourism, and the Ministry of the Environment has said that it plays an important role in ecotourism developmentSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50800941/growing-bird-watching-market-offers-eye-catching-tourism-opportunities/
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06-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundThe luxury Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh has openedSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50800768/hyatt-regency-opens-its-first-hotel-in-cambodia-with-style/
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05-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundThe Kampot International Tourism Port works are behind schedule, and are being urged to speed up works to allow completion by end 2021Source: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/kampot-port-work-veers-schedule
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05-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundThe Khmer Empire Marathon will be held on 8 Aug, after being postponed from 2020Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50800635/postponed-khmer-empire-marathon-slated-for-august/
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05-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundCambodia saw 1.27 million visitors from 31 Dec β 3 Jan, 1.26 million domestic and 11,103 international. There were 152,119 to Kampot, 136,314 to Preah Sihanouk, 87,737 to Kep and 31,879 to Koh KongSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/kampot-port-work-veers-schedule
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04-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundMore Agrotourism will soon be developed in Kampong Thom provinceSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/agro-tourism-soon-begin-kampong-thom
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02-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism announced that on New Yearβs Eve, there were 699,724 tourists throughout the country. 500,166 of those were in Phnom Penh, and 51,570 in Sihanouk provinceSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50799894/new-years-eve-attracts-700000-tourists-nationwide/
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01-Jan-2021 π¬ inboundThe Angkor Archaeological Park received just 400,889 foreign visitors in 2020, down 81.8% YoY. Its revenue was just $18.65 million USD, down 81% YoYSource: www.xinhuanet.com/english/2021-01/01/c_139634897.htm
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31-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundAngkor Archaeological Park has finished implementing a new irrigation system to ensure that the landscape is green year-roundSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50799275/year-round-green-landscape-at-angkor-new-irrigation-system/
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31-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundMuseums and other performance arts and theatres can reopen from 1 JanSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50799251/museum-and-theatres-to-reopen-friday/
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30-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe PM has declared an end to the βNovember 28β outbreak, with no community transmission since 15 DecSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50798565/pm-declares-end-to-the-november-28-community-incident/
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30-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe PM has said that 118 tourism businesses have suspended operations, whilst 9,403 employees are joblessSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50798633/subsidies-for-garment-textile-and-tourism-sectors/
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30-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundCinemas in Cambodia will reopen on 1 JanSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50798895/cinemas-to-re-open-on-january-1/
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29-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia is planning 3 approaches to purchase vaccines: 1) obtain 20% via COVAX, 2) discuss with development partners how to purchase affordable vaccines and 3) negotiate directly with the vaccine manufacturersSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50798467/government-to-purchase-covid-19-vaccine-via-three-options-says-pm/
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29-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundPrivate schools will be allowed to reopen from 29 Dec, whilst public schools will restart on 11 JanSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/private-schools-reopen-after-end-nov-28-event
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28-Dec-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationCambodia is planning a pilot training school to open in 2021 to remedy the acute shortage of pilotsSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/kingdom-plans-pilot-training-school-next-year
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28-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has lifted its restrictions on restaurant and shop closuresSource: en.vietnamplus.vn/shops-in-cambodia-allowed-to-reopen-after-community-infection/193893.vnp
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28-Dec-2020 π¬ inbound9 mountains in Banteay Meanchey Province are being looked at as potential natural heritage sitesSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/banteay-meanchey-eyes-mountains-potential-natural-heritage-areas
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27-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism has held a technical working group meeting to prepare the implementation of the 2020-2025 roadmap to enhance and restore Cambodiaβs tourismSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50797611/2020-2025-roadmap-to-restore-tourism-during-and-after-covid-19-crisis-on-the-way/
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25-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia is preparing to submit Koh Ker Temple to the World Heritage Committee early 2021Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50797073/koh-ker-temple-in-bid-to-be-world-heritage-site/
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25-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundWork has started on roads in Kep, part of the master plan for tourism development that will focus on developing new tourist attractions and enhancing existing ones to extend touristsβ stays throughout the yearSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50797157/kep-road-project-breaks-ground/
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25-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe government has extended its financial support program for tourism workers and textile workers from Jan to Mar 2021, with $40 per month. Hotels, guesthouses, restaurants and travel agents are also exempt from monthly taxes for an additional 3 months. The Cambodia Association of Travel Agents estimates 60,000 tourism workers are unemployed, and 3,000 travel agents have suspended their businessSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50797131/govt-extends-financial-support-programmes-for-next-three-months/
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23-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundSiem Reapβs new airport project will be 67% complete by the year-endSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/post-property/siem-reap-airport-be-67-done-end-2021
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23-Dec-2020 π vaccineUNICEF has offered to deliver 850 tonnes of vaccines every month ordered through COVAX to CambodiaSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50796221/unicef-undertakes-delivery-of-vaccines/
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22-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundKoh Kong will have 7 new small-scale ecotourism sitesSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/koh-kong-get-seven-eco-tourism-sites-wake-sleepy-sector
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21-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia Association of Travel Agents (CATA) are calling for the government to exempt tourism businesses from all tax liabilities from previous years, as well as provide loan packages at low interest rates to help businesses. They estimate it will be another 5 years for Cambodiaβs tourism to rebound to 2019 levelsSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/tourism-bunkers-down-years-long-recovery
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21-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundResidents are being urged caution over the festive periodSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/caution-urged-holidays-near
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19-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has not seen any locally transmitted cases for the 4th consecutive daySource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50795202/cambodias-covid-19-community-outbreak-remains-contained-four-days-of-zero-new-cases-and-four-more-recoveries/
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19-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has clarified that it has not shunned any vaccines, after media reported that it had shunned Chinese vaccinesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50795163/cambodia-covid-19-fighting-capacity-shunning-chinese-vaccines-says-who/
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17-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundA popular resort, Son Sak Resort, on Koh Rong burned downSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50794151/fire-burns-island-resort-rebuilt-market-stalls-ready/
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16-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundTourists on expired visas have been granted an automatic extensionSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50793525/expired-tourist-visas-legally-valid-until-further-notice/
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15-Dec-2020 π vaccineCambodia will obtain 20% of its vaccine, for about 3.2 million of the population. It will only accept vaccines which have been certified by the WHO. The WHO hope that a vaccine could be available by mid-2021. It has received $48 million USD in donations from the publicSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50793406/ministers-of-health-and-finance-sign-a-deal-to-obtain-20-percent-of-covid-19-vaccine-via-covax/
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15-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe Pacific Asia Tourism Association Cambodia Chapter (PATACC) has expressed concern that medium-sized tourism businesses have already sold their properties, and others may be running out of capital in their wait for recoverySource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50793198/few-prospects-for-2021-being-the-year-for-economic-recovery/
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15-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundAngkor Wat celebrated its 28th year of being included on the UNESCO World Heritage ListSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50793014/angkor-celebrates-28th-unesco-heritage-anniversary/
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14-Dec-2020 π vaccineCambodia will not shorten its 14-day quarantineSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50792639/no-vaccine-plan-ministry-of-health-unsure-on-when-or-from-where-the-kingdom-will-get-doses/
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14-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundNagaWorld casino resort remains βfully operationalβ dispite the latest outbreak of casesSource: www.ggrasia.com/nagaworld-operational-despite-travel-restrictions-chairman/
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13-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundCambodiaβs local transmission from the 29 Nov incident has remained at 40Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50792565/cambodias-covid-19-positive-cases-increase-again-this-time-from-two-imported-cases-tally-now-at-359/
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12-Dec-2020 π vaccineThe WHO has said that vaccines could be available in Cambodia in mid 2021 or earlierSource: www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2020/12/12/cambodia-who-promises-covid-19-vaccine-expected-in-2021
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11-Dec-2020 π vaccineThe government has received $36.8 million USD in donations for purchases of the vaccine, but has not yet decided which type to buy and where it will be sourced from. Its community cases have risen to 39 from the Zando clusterSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50791951/clock-ticking-in-quest-for-virus-vaccine/
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10-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundWhilst the Cambodia Association of Travel Agents is happy with the governmentβs decision to waive licence fees, they feel that more needs to be done to help tour operatorsSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/revelry-ministry-reiterates-fee-waiver-tourism-licence-renewal
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10-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism will extend the licence fee exemption for all tourism businesses until 31 Dec 2021. 2,838 tourism businesses have reduced or temporarily closed operations, with 50,996 job lossesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50791525/tourism-ministry-extends-licence-fee-waiver/
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10-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundVietnam, Cambodia and Laos leaders approved the Tourism Development Plan for CLV Development Triangle Area 2020-2025, vision for 2030. This involves 13 provinces across the 3 countries being linked for tourism development, improving the quality of ecotourism, agrotourism, community-based tourism, adventure tourism and heritageSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50791577/cambodia-laos-vietnam-endorse-tourism-development-plan-for-clv-development-triangle-area-2020-2025/
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10-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundSome hotels in Mondulkiri and Kratie provinces have been closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19Source: en.vietnamplus.vn/cambodia-closes-some-resorts-hotels-to-prevent-covid19/192935.vnp
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09-Dec-2020 π vaccineThe government will purchase 1 million COVID-19 doses, a move that should boost business confidenceSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50790954/vaccine-news-boosts-business-confidence/
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08-Dec-2020 π¬ inbound9 Cambodian companies won awards at the 2020 World Travel AwardsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50790445/cambodian-firms-among-winners-at-2020-world-travel-awards/
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07-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe development of 70km of concrete roads on Koh Rong is now 30% completeSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/koh-rong-island-road-project-30-done-royal-group-chair
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06-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe PM has confirmed that Cambodia will not declare a state of emergency as it will caused the economy to be βparalysedβSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50789957/no-state-of-emergency-would-be-declared-pm-says/
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05-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has had 1.26 million international visitors from Jan-Oct in 2020, down 76% YoY. China, Thailand and Vietnam were the biggest inbound markets. Oct saw just 20,210 visitors, down 95.8% YoY. The Ministry of Tourism hopes that numbers will start to βrebound graduallyβ in Q1 2021, and that China would undoubtedly be the biggest sourceSource: www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2020/12/05/tourist-arrivals-to-cambodia-down-76-in-10-months-due-to-pandemic-covid-19-cases-rising
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05-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe foreign sponsorship of international arrivals will be postponed temporarilySource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50789726/cambodia-to-adopt-extreme-measures-to-contain-community-spread-of-covid-19-by-revealing-identity-of-infected-persons-cases-rise-to-345-2/
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05-Dec-2020 π¬ inbound29 locally transmitted cases have now been detected in Cambodia, from the βNovember 28 community eventβSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/four-new-imported-cases-recorded-local-transmissions-rise-29
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04-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe restoration of Takum Lake in Battambang province will be used both to prevent land grabbing, provide water for residents and attract touristsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50789320/restored-ancient-lake-provides-triple-benefits/
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04-Dec-2020 π¬ inbound2021 will have 21 public holidays, with several long weekendsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50789206/2021-public-holidays-cut-to-21-but-will-see-many-long-weekends/
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04-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundAgro-tourism tours are starting to be offered in CambodiaSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/travel/agro-farming-trips-kase-tour
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03-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism has prohibited mass gatherings at local resorts, and reminded tourism businesses to strictly follow health protocolsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50788848/tourism-ministry-bans-large-gatherings-at-resorts/
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02-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundUNESCO will help to provide technical assistance to Cambodia to assess potential sites for the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Sites listSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/unesco-help-heritage-site-list
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02-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundAngkor Archaeological Park has seen a drop of 80% YoY in its international visitors from Jan-Nov, with just 399,720. It generated just $18.6 million USD, a drop of 79% YoYSource: www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2020/12/02/cambodia039s-angkor-wat-sees-80-per-cent-drop-in-foreign-visitors-in-11-months
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01-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe Cambodian PM has said that with the new locally transmitted outbreak, the country is at its βmost critical momentβ that need large-scale operations to contain it. He has said that he will not ban people from going out, but residents should reduce the amount of time outside of the house over the next 15 daysSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/cambodia-most-critical-moment-hun-sen-warns
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01-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia will have one of the lowest tax rates for casinos in the world, which it hopes will attract more investmentSource: asia.nikkei.com/Business/Travel-Leisure/Cambodia-aims-to-woo-resorts-with-new-casino-law
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01-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe Angkor Wat International Half Marathon will be postponed due to the outbreakSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50788022/angkor-wat-intl-half-marathon-postponed/
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01-Dec-2020 π¬ inboundThe government has inaugurated the construction of 38 roads in Siem Reap which will modernise he city and improve touristsβ experienceSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50787815/38-roads-project-to-modernise-siem-reap-city-and-tourism/
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30-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundAll foreign and Cambodian arrivals must quarantine in designated government quarantine centres and will no longer be allowed to self-quarantine at homeSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50787716/all-passengers-must-be-placed-in-quarantine-at-government-centres/
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30-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundThe ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) will be postponed until January 2022Source: www.ttrweekly.com/site/2020/11/cambodia-shifts-atf-to-2022/
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30-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundThe Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh Hotel will provide more than 300 jobs in the tourism sector once it opens. It is slated to open in JanSource: www.scmp.com/lifestyle/travel-leisure/article/3111604/five-star-hotel-opening-phnom-penh-takes-added-importance
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30-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has banned wedding parties, gatherings of more than 30 pax and ordered all state schools to close until 11 Jan, the start of the next school year, whilst private schools will be closed for 2 weeks. All theatres and museums will also be closed for the next 2 weeksSource: www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/covid-19-coronavirus-cambodia-schools-close-outbreak-13668568
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29-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundThere has been local community transmission of COVID-19, but the government has stressed that there should not be panicSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/seven-positive-covid-19-hun-sen-confirms-local-transmission
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24-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundThe Phnom Penh-Sihanoukville expressway should be completed on time, March 2023, despite the pandemicSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50785550/phnom-penh-sihanoukville-expressway-construction-to-be-complete-on-schedule/
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23-Nov-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationPart of Cambodiaβs new international airport in Phnom Penh will be built by a Chinese owned company, MCC, in a project worth $495 million USDSource: asia.nikkei.com/Business/Construction/China-bags-Cambodian-airport-contract-in-blow-to-French-operator
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23-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundWhilst an NGO is concerned about the proposed NagaCorp development near Angkor Wat, fearing that it would depreciate its cultural heritage value, local residents appear to be receptive to the plans β but worry that it could turn into a casinoSource: www.rfa.org/english/news/cambodia/park-11232020180413.html
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23-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundTourism professionals worry about whether the tourism industry can recover and if foreign visitors will return in 2021. The PATA Cambodia chapter worry that if the crisis continues for another year, then the industry could return to the state it was in 4-10 years agoSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50785077/private-sector-holds-little-hope-for-2021-tourism-revival/
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21-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundThe Angkor International Half Marathon will go ahead in DecSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50784896/angkor-international-half-marathon-to-be-held-next-month-as-planned/
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19-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundA tourism seaport will be built on Koh Tonsay in Kep province, part of the Kep Tourism Master PlanSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50784372/tourism-seaport-project-to-be-developed-in-koh-tonsay-the-rabbit-island/
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19-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundThe PM has called an end of the βNovember 3 eventβ, and cinemas and museums can reopen and weddings can take place once moreSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/pm-nov-3-event-over-gatherings-permitted
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19-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundA βgrandβ opening and closing ceremony for the 2023 Southeast Asian Games is being planned, which would reflect Cambodian cultureSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50784438/grand-opening-and-closing-ceremonies-planned-for-2023-sea-games/
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19-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundSchools will reopen from 23 Nov, as will the National Olympic StadiumSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/govt-reopen-schools-next-week-exams-stay-schedule
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18-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundNagaCorp has announced plans for a non-gambling resort which will be near Angkor Wat, The Angkor Lake of Wonder. The project would cost $350 million USD and would have phase 1 completed by 2025. It would be the first resort the company is building which does not include a casino, and it would aim to attract Chinese tourists and then funnel them to NagaWorld in Phnom PenhSource: asia.nikkei.com/Business/Travel-Leisure/Casino-operator-NagaCorp-plans-350m-resort-near-Angkor-Wat
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18-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism and Alliance Plus Solutions, a local travel company, have teamed together to offer a free Amadeus flight booking training course for those studying tourismSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/ministry-local-travel-company-offer-free-training-students
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18-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundThe government is organising small-scale tourism products in communities to boost the economy through ecotourismSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/eco-tourism-gets-govt-boost
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17-Nov-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationCambodiaβs international airportsβ passenger traffic has dropped 70% from Jan-Oct. In Oct, there was just an average of 33 flights daily, with international flights originating from China, Seoul, Singapore and TaipeiSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/783581/big-drop-in-passenger-traffic/
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17-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundWorkers who have lost their jobs due to COVID-19 will be able to apply for a 4-month technical or vocational training course, receiving a monthly stipend of $50 USD for food and accommodation expensesSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/training-set-laid-workers
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16-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundA green belt value chain will be developed jointly by the Ministry of Tourism and Yamato GreenSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50783047/agreement-to-boost-green-belt-tourism-signed/
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13-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has been added to the UK governmentβs travel corridor listSource: www.arabianbusiness.com/travel-hospitality/454574-uk-says-to-add-uae-to-travel-corridor-from-saturday
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13-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundGyms and fitness centres will be closed again temporarily until further noticeSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50782781/gyms-ordered-to-be-closed-again-to-prevent-covid-19-outbreak/
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13-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundFrom 18 Nov, foreign arrivals from China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, the European Union and the US who have a sponsor must have a negative certificate within 72 hours of their departure, and have a test upon arrival. They must isolate in a hotel until the results are released, then will be permitted to leave after giving a planned schedule. Diplomats must also provide a certificate stating they are free of COVID-19 within 72 hours of their departure, have a test on arrival, and wait at least 24 hours at a hotel or quarantine for their results. Those foreigners who arrive without sponsorship must now stay in a government-designated hotel for a 2-week mandatory quarantine, and are not permitted to quarantine at homeSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50782808/health-ministry-issues-new-rules-for-entering-cambodia/
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12-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundThe Cambodian PM has stated that the country will not go into lockdown, despite numerous cases caused by the Hungarian Foreign Ministerβs visitSource: www.bangkokpost.com/world/2018519/hun-sen-no-lockdown-in-cambodia-after-hungarian-minister-visit
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12-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundThe renovation of the Angkor Wat gardens has now been completed, something welcomed by local residentsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50782164/angkor-wat-gardens-completed/
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12-Nov-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationSilkair is increasing flight frequency between Phnom Penh and Singapore to three times weeklySource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/silkair-adds-flight-phnom-penh-schedule
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11-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has banned all state-organised events in Phnom Penh and neighbouring provinces to stop the spread of COVID-19Source: www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/cambodia-bans-state-organised-events-in-capital-over-covid-19-13516040
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11-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundTourism is starting to see the impact of the fear of a 2nd wave of COVID-19, with businesses reporting a decline in sales. The Cambodia Association of Travel Agents has said that if there are more positive cases recorded, then βwe could be facing the closure of related businesses as well if things start getting worseβSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50781586/possibility-of-second-c-19-wave-causes-deep-concern/
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10-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundOnline ticketing platform Camboticket, have seen a drop of up to 50% in sales with borders closedSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50781400/ticketing-platform-sees-big-fall-in-sales/
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09-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundKaraoke parlours, beer gardens, museums, cinemas and other entertainment venues have been ordered to close until further notice. Schools in Phnom Penh and Kandal will stay closed for 2 weeks from 10 NovSource: www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/covid-19-coronavirus-cambodia-rules-restrictions-schools-close-13499478
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09-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundEcotourism saw $25.21 million USD generated from Jan-Sep, an increase vs 2019. 529,160 domestic and 7,385 international tourists have visitedSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50780900/ecotourism-revenues-increase-despite-covid-19/
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07-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia generated $25.21 million USD revenue from ecotourism in Jan-Sep, with 529,160 national tourists and 7,385 international onesSource: en.vietnamplus.vn/cambodia-earns-over-25-million-usd-from-ecotourism-in-nine-months/189974.vnp
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07-Nov-2020 π¬ inbound51,000 tourism jobs have been lost in Cambodia, as 2,838 tourism businesses in Cambodia have either closed or temporarily closed down, accounting for around 29.6% of all tourism businesses. 62% of businesses affected are in Siem Reap, where 14,702 workers have lost their jobsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50780626/51000-tourism-based-jobs-in-cambodia-vapourised-because-of-covid-10-pandemic/
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07-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia is set to reform its immigration and visa policies next year, making them more bureaucratic and expensive. They may introduce a longer stay visaSource: www.pattayamail.com/featured/cambodian-immigration-rules-to-look-more-like-thailands-in-2021-332605
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05-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundTravel bubble talks with SE Asian nations are expected to be submitted for approval in late Nov, aiming to implement them in Q1 2021Source: www.phnompenhpost.com/special-reports/relaxing-policies-fixing-quirks-rouse-sleeping-tourism-sector
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05-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundTwo DJs teamed together to create a video of them live mixing whilst on a tuk tuk driving around Phnom Penh, in a move they said designed to promote the citySource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50779840/tuk-tuk-djs-tour-phnom-penh-to-boost-tourism-in-style/
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05-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundMore than 100 different nationalities have visited Cambodia in 2020Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50779909/tourists-of-more-than-100-nationalities-visit-cambodia/
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05-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundThe Cambodian PM and 4 cabinet ministers were in a 14-day quarantine after they met with the Hungarian foreign minister who later tested positive for COVID-19 after he arrived into ThailandSource: www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/covid-19-cambodia-prime-minister-hun-sen-quarantine-hungary-13470936
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04-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundA Kampot hotel is planning to hold a beer festival to attract more domestic tourists on 28 NovSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50779354/hotel-plans-to-rejuvenate-domestic-tourism-in-kampot/
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03-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundDuring the 4-day holiday, more than 644,698 tourists travelled in the country, with the majority visiting Siem Reap province. There was a decrease in the number of visitors to the north-western region due to the floods. 160,000 Cambodians visited Siem Reap, 93,000 of which visited the Angkor areaSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50778901/more-than-640000-tourists-take-advantage-of-long-holiday/
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02-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundCambodiaβs air traffic has remained active from Jan-Sep, with 317,502 Cambodians departing by air, a decrease of 79.3%Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50778647/despite-covid-19-cambodian-air-traffic-remains-open/
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02-Nov-2020 π¬ inboundAngkor Archaeological Park received just 398,485 international visitors from Jan-Oct, a drop of 78% YoY. It earned just $18.55 million USD in revenue. Octoberβs foreign visitor numbers were down 98.4%. The Ministry of Tourism estimates that the site receives just 70 foreign tourist visits a day currently, compared to its previous 9,000Source: www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2020/11/02/foreign-visitors-to-cambodia039s-famed-angkor-down-78-in-10-months
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30-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism has drafted a special tourism policy which is being discussed with the private sector β it aims to bring tourists in from low-risk countries to certain tourism zones in the country. Their special tourist categories include those who will do business, invest, have accommodation in Cambodia and retirees. The special tourists should be of high quality and good resourcesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50778346/government-discusses-special-tourist-policy/
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29-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundA new Siem Reap city, Grand Siem Reap, has been unveiled by the Ministry of Tourism. It will be near the new Siem Reap Airport and will become a Smart City, designed in Khmer architectural styleSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50778058/new-siem-reap-city-development-plan-unveiled/
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29-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundThe Pacific Asia Travel Association welcomes the idea of travel bubbles with China, but also urges the government to look at Vietnam and Thailand as partners too. The Cambodia Hotels Association and the Cambodia Association of Travel Agents are also both enthusiastic at the prospect of a travel bubble with ChinaSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50778139/tourism-observers-optimistic-about-the-future/
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28-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has launched a central bank-backed digital currency, βBakongβ, which will help Cambodians to make payments and transfer money using smartphonesSource: www.bangkokpost.com/business/2009915/cambodia-officially-launches-digital-currency-backed-by-central-bank
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28-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia welcomed 1,247,680 foreign arrivals from Jan-Sep, down 74% YoY. Domestic tourists also dropped by half to 7 millionSource: en.vietnamplus.vn/cambodia-welcomes-only-12-million-foreign-visitors-because-of-covid19/189434.vnp
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28-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundThe third phase of school reopening will take place from 2 Nov and will see all students back to class with restrictions in placeSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50777551/education-ministry-begins-third-phase-of-school-reopening/
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28-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundFlash floods in Cambodia have killed 43 peopleSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50777690/ongoing-flash-floods-claim-43-lives/
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28-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundThe Tourism Minister has urged provincial officials to strengthen tourism attractionsβ quality and maintain a hygienic environment during the Water FestivalSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50777494/domestic-tourism-measures-during-water-festival/
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26-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundCambodiaβs 3 international airports have been accredited level 2 of the Airport Carbon Accreditation ProgrammeSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50777006/cambodian-airports-recognised-for-low-carbon/
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26-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundFlash floods in Cambodia have killed 40 peopleSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50776800/floods-in-cambodia-claim-40n-lives-as-rescue-efforts-intensify/
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26-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundAmber International hotel is opening as the first 5* hotel in KampotSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/post-focus/amber-putting-kampot-map-first-5-star-luxury-resort
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25-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundAll private schools are allowed to resume their services such as sports, canteens and transportationSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/private-schools-can-resume-services
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24-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundSiem Reap will be the ASEAN City of Culture for 2021-2022. 2 cultural events will be held to mark it: βA Memorial Nightβ, and βMozart at Angkor: Cambodia Magic FluteβSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50776465/siem-reap-city-selected-as-asean-city-of-culture-for-2021-2022/
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22-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has predicted that visitors numbers to Angkor Archaeological Park will start to increase from next year if the vaccine becomes available, with China set to remain the largest source marketSource: english.cambodiadaily.com/business/intl-tourists-to-cambodias-angkor-expected-to-rebound-from-2021-170739/
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19-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundSiem Reapβs Old Market vendors have been given a 75% discount on their rent, to try to support their businessesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50774467/siem-reaps-old-market-stall-owners-given-a-lifeline/
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16-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundThe IMF predict that Cambodiaβs economy will contract by 2.8% in 2020, whilst the government still believes it will decrease by 1.9%Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50773770/more-positive-outlook-for-kingdoms-economy/
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15-Oct-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationDara Sakor International Airport in Koh Kong is now scheduled to be opened mid-2021, as most elements are nearing completion. The airport was built for tourists and charter flights who are for the majority flying to Dara Sakor Resort. Dara Sakor Resort is an area 360kmsq which has a port for cruise ships, golf courses, national park, casino and hotelsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50773320/luxury-new-international-airport-to-be-operational-by-mid-2021/
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14-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundCambodiaβs international arrivals from Jan-Aug were down 72% YoY to 4.36 million. Aug saw a 95.5% decline, with just 23,028 foreigners arrivingSource: www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-10/14/c_139440073.htm
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14-Oct-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationThe runway expansion of Sihanoukville Airport has been completed, and is scheduled to be commissioned in Q4 2020Source: en.vietnamplus.vn/cambodias-sihanoukville-intl-airports-runway-expansion-completed/188606.vnp
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13-Oct-2020 π vaccineChina has promised that Cambodia will be one of the first countries to get a COVID-19 vaccine. The Cambodian PM has also requested Russia to provide a vaccine to Cambodia. Cambodia is also a member of COVAXSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50772446/vaccine-promise-from-a-good-friend-china-will-provide-doses-to-cambodia/
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13-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundCAMDMC, an association with 17 DMCs in Cambodia, are preparing a draft tourism reopening plan to submit to the government which will try to convince them that Cambodia should be a first mover to reopen tourism in SE AsiaSource: www.facebook.com/CamDmc-106128297659208/photos/pcb.178375833767787/178375770434460
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13-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundThe Cambodian Cultural Village in Siem Reap will close for business on 7 Nov, as they can no longer cover the costsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50772447/cambodian-cultural-village-set-to-close-next-month/
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13-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundPublic universities will now be allowed to resume operations from 12 OctSource: en.vietnamplus.vn/cambodia-allows-public-universities-to-reopen/188554.vnp
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12-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundThe Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort will reopen on 19 Oct, and will celebrate their 20th anniversarySource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50772131/siem-reap-iconic-resort-set-to-reopen-after-covid-19-closure/
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12-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundThe government has approved the creation of he Credit Guarantee Corporation of Cambodia (CGCC), which will help businesses in struggling sectors obtain loans and credit servicesSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/govt-approves-credit-guarantee-unit-boost-business-loans-key-sectors
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12-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundDara Sakor City Development Group has launched the sales project of Stardream Lake Tourism TownSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50772056/sales-in-a-planned-new-resort-in-koh-kong-province-open/
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09-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundThe Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh will open in Q1 2021Source: www.asiatraveltips.com/news20/910-PhnomPenh.shtml
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08-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundPrince Manor, Cambodiaβs first major theme park 20km away from Phnom Penh, has been officially launchedSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/vast-prince-manor-fun-park-opens-much-fanfare-kandal
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08-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundThe PM has expressed confidence about the economy, after the World Bank predicted just a -2% drop compared to other projections of -7 to -9%Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50771237/hun-sen-remains-positive-over-national-economic-growth/
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07-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundCentury Entertainment International will relocate its gaming floor from Sihanoukvilleβs Sunshine Bay Hotel to Dara Sakor in Koh Kong provinceSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50770745/after-human-drain-from-sihanoukville-casinos-follow-suit/
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06-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundTourism businesses on the southern islands of Cambodia are being impacted by the number of cancelled boat rides to Sihanoukville due to the bad weatherSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50770278/sea-transport-cancellations-sink-business-owners-on-islands/
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05-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundA rail link between Phnom Penh to Bavet, on the border with Vietnam, is being considered. Vietnam would then build a rail link from Bavet to HCMCSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/phnom-penh-hcmc-rail-studied
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05-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundPrince Mall in Sihanoukville has opened, the first mixed-use shopping mall in the provinceSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/new-mall-hopes-keep-sihanoukville-tourism-alive
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04-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundA training course to 155 travel agents about the history and risks of the Angkor Archaeological Park has been carried outSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/angkor-travel-agents-learn-ins-and-outs-sacred-area
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02-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundAngkor Archaeological Park has had just 396,241 foreign visitors from Jan-Sep, a drop of 76.17%Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50769139/angkor-resort-receives-just-400000-tourists-in-first-nine-months/
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02-Oct-2020 π¬ inbound4 community-based eco-tourism joint development packages have been set up to boost the number pf domestic visitors, at Roleak Kang Cheurng, Phat Sanday, Teuk Chop Khnarpor and Boeng Sne. The government will work to improve services and infrastructure for these 4 areas, as well as identity moreSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50768947/domestic-tourism-gets-a-boost/
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01-Oct-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationThe aviation sector will continue to have its minimum tax exempted from Oct to Dec 2020 for airlines, and the payment of civil aviation fees will be delated for 2 more months until the end of Dec 2020Source: www.eurocham-cambodia.org/post/768/11-SEPTEMBER-01-OCTOBER-KEEPING-YOU-INFORMED-RECENT-ANNOUNCEMENTS-BY-THE-ROYAL-GOVERNMENT
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01-Oct-2020 π¬ inboundA 6th round of stimulus measures has been announced, focusing on the garment, textile, tourism and aviation sectors. Tourism workers will receive $40 USD/ month for 3 months, whilst registered hotels, guesthouses, restaurants and travel agencies will be exempt from tax for the next 3 months. The PATA Cambodia chapter, whilst grateful for the aid, feels that a special fund should be set up for tourism businessesSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/private-sector-rejoices-over-new-stimulus-package
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30-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe World Bank has forecast a drop in economic outlook of 2% in GDP, the sharpest decline in the countryβs recent history, but forecasts growth of 4.3% in 2021Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50767885/uncertainty-remains-over-economic-outlook/
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30-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Finance wants to ease loan requirements for SMEs, and give more financial supportSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/sme-bank-comes-short-loans
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29-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism has said that 3,000 tourism businesses have closed, affecting 45,405 workersSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/departments-gear-world-tourism-day
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29-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe Minister of Tourism has said that the country is always ready to welcome Japanese investors and tourists. A 3-phase program is planned to promote Cambodiaβs tourism: 1. Resilient and Restart stage β crisis manage between H1 2020 β H1 2021 2. Recovery stage β H2 2021 β 2022 3. Relaunch β 2023 β 2025Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50767573/cambodia-ready-to-whttps://www.khmertimeskh.com/50767573/cambodia-ready-to-welcome-japanese-investors-says-mot/elcome-japanese-investors-says-mot/
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27-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe PM has said that authorities need to define tourism as a strategic pillar for rural developmentSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/covid-spurs-rural-tourism
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26-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe Sea Festival, scheduled to take place in Preah Sihanouk at year-end, has been postponed to a date not yet confirmedSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50766826/sea-festival-to-be-postponed/
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23-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundA Green Belt project related to tourism, social and economic sectors is being planned by a Japanese companySource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50765675/japanese-firm-to-develop-green-belt-project-in-cambodia/
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23-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe Asian Development Bank has approved a $29 million USD loan for the country to strengthen Cambodiaβs fiscal planningSource: en.vietnamplus.vn/adb-approves-over-29-mln-usd-loan-for-cambodia-to-improve-public-services/187477.vnp
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21-Sept-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationCambodia Angkor Air will launch a new route from Phnom Penh to Zhengzhou to China. The flight frequency will be once per week. They are also seeking to open a new route from Phnom Penh to HCMC or Can Tho. Air traffic has dropped by 75% from Jan-Aug, Cambodia Airports have saidSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50764900/cambodia-angkor-air-launches-new-route-to-zhengzhou/
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21-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe PM told US companies and investors that the country is still a good bet for investment, but that it had led to huge challenges for the tourism sector, amongst othersSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/pm-kingdom-still-good-investment
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19-Sept-2020 π¬ inbound1.1 million domestic and foreign tourists travelled in Cambodia over the 3-day Pchum Ben festival from 16-18 SepSource: en.vietnamplus.vn/cambodia-serves-over-111-million-travellers-in-pchum-ben-festival/185272.vnp
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16-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundCambodiaβs tourism port construction completion in Kampot province will be delayed until late 2021, with just 30% of the project currently completed. It is forecast to be operational by 2022Source: www.ttrweekly.com/site/2020/09/cambodias-tourism-port-hits-covid-19-snag/
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16-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundMy International Movers has selected Cambodia as the worldβs most hospitable countries for welcoming foreign touristsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50764192/cambodia-has-been-selected-as-worlds-best-hospitality-country/
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15-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia Angkor Air resumed regular flights on 15 Sep between Siem Reap β Phnom Penh/ Phnom Penh β Sihanoukville, and international flights between Phnom Penh to GuangzhouSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50763565/cambodia-angkor-air-announces-resumption-of-flights-from-tuesday-september-15/
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14-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism has launched the 2nd phase of its Skills Development Programme, which will run from 2020-2024 in Kratie, Stung Treng, Preah Vihear, Ratanakiri and Mondulkiri provinces. It will benefit 11,640 young peopleSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50763468/sdp-launches-tourism-sector-skills-development-project-in-rural-provinces/
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11-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe Cambodian government has urged ASEAN to work towards βtravel corridorsβSource: en.vietnamplus.vn/cambodia-suggests-creation-of-travel-corridors-at-amm-53/182824.vnp
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11-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundCambodiaβs international arrival numbers were just 1.2 million between Jan-Jul, down 68.7% YoY. July had 20,689 foreign visitors, -96% YoYSource: www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-09/11/c_139361045.htm
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11-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundA new survey has found that hospitality and service workers have had a 56.4% drop in their wages from Jan to Apr 2020Source: theaseanpost.com/article/cambodias-wage-earners-hit-hard-virus
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11-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundVietnam expects to resume commercial flights to Laos and Cambodia from 22 Sep. Passengers will need to have a negative certificate prior to departure, and will be tested on arrival twice. Foreign passengers will need to pay for all quarantine and testing, as well as install the app BluezoneSource: e.vnexpress.net/news/news/vietnam-requires-seven-day-centralized-quarantine-for-foreigners-as-it-resumes-flights-4160463.html
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11-Sept-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationANA have delayed reopening their flights from Cambodia to Japan to end Oct at leastSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50763163/ana-rolls-back-resumption-of-japan-cambodia-flights-to-end-october/
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11-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundData from STR has shown that in the w/c 22 Aug, hotel occupancy levels rose to the highest level since the start of MarSource: str.com/whitepaper/covid-19-impact-cambodia-laos-hotel-performance
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10-Sept-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviation5 aviation firms which operate flights from the Philippines, Indonesia and Malaysia to China will be allowed to transit in Cambodia for refuelling. Passengers will not be permitted to disembarkSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50762778/five-aviation-companies-allowed-to-transit-in-cambodia/
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10-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundSome foreigners have complained of being quarantined in twin-sharing rooms with another person due to a shortage of roomsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50762431/twin-sharing-in-quarantine/
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10-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism has urged international tourists to not cancel their trips to Cambodia, but instead to follow 8 instructions, including having adequate travel insurance, keeping high hygiene standards and to not discriminate based on raceSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/tourists-urged-not-skip-trip
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09-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundSiem Reapβs Tourism Development Masterplan for 2020-2035 will be submitted for approval in Oct, and is expected to situate it as a main destination not only for Cambodia, but SE Asia as wellSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50762205/draft-of-siem-reap-tourism-development-master-plan-to-be-finalised-next-month/
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08-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundSiem Reap is planning to hold events every weekend to attract locals to visit. They will also organise tour packages to nearby places such as Phnom Kulen, too, to benefit the local communities. During the long weekend from 17-21 Aug, an estimated 214,047 pax visited Siem Reap provinceSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50761704/siem-reap-aims-to-run-events-every-weekend-to-attract-more-tourists/
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08-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe Cambodian government has said that they are working to focus on ecotourism development, with new laws to support itSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50761671/eco-tourism-needs-more-guidance-says-world-bank/
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08-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundSchools grade 9-12 reopened, whilst 4 provinces allowed all class levels to reopen if there was a low risk of infectionSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50761521/schools-across-cambodia-reopen/
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07-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundA $150 million USD budget for road infrastructure development in Siem Reap has been approved, to βpromote the national imageβSource: www.realestate.com.kh/news/150-million-usd-approved-for-siem-reap-road-infrastructure/
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04-Sept-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationMore airlines have restored flights to Cambodia, including SilkAir from Singapore to Phnom Penh, Cambodia Airways from Phnom Penh to Fuzhou and JC Airlines between Kunming and Phnom PenhSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/760389/some-airlines-resume-flights-to-and-from-phnom-penh/
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04-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe Tuol Seng Genocide Museum was awarded the Jikji Memory of the World Prize from UNESCOSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50760832/genocide-museum-awarded-unescos-jikji-prize/
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04-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundPrek Kampi may be added to a list to send to UNESCO as a Natural World Heritage Site, as it is home to rare dolphinsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50760476/prek-kampi-potential-natural-world-heritage-site/
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03-Sept-2020 π¬ inbound110,000 tourism workers have been affected by COVID-19, with 3,135 tourism businesses closed between Mar and Jul. The Tourism Ministry have said that only 3-5 flights land in Cambodia daily, mainly from China and South KoreaSource: www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2020/09/03/cambodia-reopens-to-tourists-slowly-but-surely
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03-Sept-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationThe Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has submitted plans for international flights to be reinstated to Cambodia. All pax would be quarantined on arrival (at their own cost). Transit passengers would not be allowed into the country. Pax would also need to provide a negative test prior to departure, and be tested on arrivalSource: e.vnexpress.net/news/news/aviation-agency-unveils-detailed-plans-for-flight-resumption-to-6-asian-destinations-4156217.html
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03-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe Tourism Ministry revealed that Cambodia has lost $5 billion USD in tourism revenues, but they expect the country to regain between $500k and $1 million between now and the end of the year. The recent long Khmer New Year holidays generated $100 million USD in revenue. They have also devised a βwalking in the middleβ method for tourism if COVID-19 continues for a long time, accepting international tourists whilst ensuring control to minimize risksSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/tourism-revenue-drops-5b
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03-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe Tourism Ministry has announced that 30% of tourism businesses have now reopened, and 100,000 workers returned to work. The Cambodia Hotel Association, however, estimates that about 5,000 jobs were recovered, whilst the Cambodia Tourism Workers Union Federation said that they do not estimate that 30% of businesses have reopened, reckoning it to be lowerSource: vodenglish.news/holiday-period-a-small-reprieve-for-embattled-tourism-industry/
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03-Sept-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationChina will resume flights to Cambodia from 3 Sep, with travellers subject to a 14-day quarantine on arrival and 2 COVID-19 testsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50760300/coronavirus-latest-global-developments-china-to-resume-flights-to-cambodia-from-today-september-3/
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03-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe charges for the COVID-19 tests for foreigners on arrival to Cambodia will be reduced to $100 USD each, with the remainder of their $2,000 USD deposit being paid back 3 days after the 2nd test has a negative resultSource: en.vietnamplus.vn/cambodia-reduces-charge-on-covid19-tests-for-arriving-foreigners/182350.vnp
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03-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundUnions are calling for the workers minimum wage to be raised to $11.59 USD, an increase of around 6.1%Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/760085/unions-call-for-minimum-wage-to-be-raised-by-over-11/
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02-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe UNDP has said that COVID-19 has been a catalyst for Cambodia to develop large-scale social protection schemes, with the country able to reduce the poverty rate to below 3%. The cash transfer programme implemented could achieve significant poverty reduction and could pave the way for further developmentsSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/covid-19-response-catalyst-axe-poverty
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02-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundCasino developments will not be permitted near the Angkor Wat area, the government has reconfirmed, after Hong Kong NagaCorp said that it was looking for more integrated resort developments in the Siem Reap and Sihanoukville areasSource: www.ggrasia.com/cambodia-official-reiterates-casinos-barred-near-angkor-wat/
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02-Sept-2020 π¬ inboundThe World Bank has released a report focusing on ecotourism opportunities in Cambodia, particularly in the face of challenges from COVID-19. It will support the Cambodian government to strengthen ecotourism planning, enabling the private sector and strengthening regulatory frameworksSource: blogs.worldbank.org/eastasiapacific/enabling-ecotourism-development-cambodia
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31-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundA fire severely affected Battambangβs Central Market, a heritage site, damaging many stallsSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/fire-ravages-battambang-historic-market
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30-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has gone 16 consecutive days without any locally transmitted casesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50758426/cambodia-goes-for-16-days-without-new-covid-19-positive-cases-tally-remains-at-273-with-265-recoveries/
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28-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundVisitors to Phnom Penhβs museums have dropped by 95% vs pre-pandemic, affected by both a drop in international tourists, but also by school groupsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50757894/devastating-drop-in-numbers-at-phnom-penhs-museums/
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27-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundSome public schools will reopen grades 9 β 12 across the country from 7 Sep, so long as they are in low-risk provinces. All levels are expected to reopen by DecSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/ministry-confirms-reopening-selected-schools-kingdom
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27-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has had a letter of appreciation from the WTO for responsibly resuming domestic tourismSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50757428/cambodia-gets-letter-of-appreciation-from-world-tourism-organisation-over-resumption-of-domestic-tourism/
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27-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe Royal Academy of Cambodia (RAC) and the Ministry of Tourism have signed an MoU to boost the vocational training and HR research of the tourism sector in the country. The Ministry of Tourism believes that upskilling workers is essential at this timeSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50757509/tie-up-to-improve-develop-tourism-industry/
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27-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundAPSARA has announced that the sunset view at Pre Roup Temple at Angkor will be banned temporarilySource: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/217357
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26-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe Cambodia-Thailand joint working group are discussing solutions to boost tourism. The Ministry of Tourism is still studying travel bubbles and is awaiting approval from other ministriesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50756873/measures-to-restore-regional-tourism/
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25-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundEmployees of the Cambodian Cultural Village tourism park in Siem Reap have resumed strike action, demanding that their salary and benefits be paid after a cut from AprSource: english.cambodiadaily.com/business/siem-reap-cultural-village-workers-resume-strike-over-wages-168306/
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24-Aug-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationFlights between Cambodia and Laos will resume in Sep for business travellers and long-stay residentsSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/video/japan-restart-flights-cambodia
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24-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe Cambodia Association of Travel Agents (CATA) has said that the substitute Khmer New Year holidays boosted the tourism sector, and that the good cooperation between the state and private businesses allowed tourists to feel safe. However, they said that they strongly rely on international visitors due to the higher spend. The Cambodia Hotel Association (CHA) have said that hotels and resorts in Ratanakiri were almost fully booked a, whilst occupancy in Kratie was below 50% over the holidaysSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50756096/internal-travellers-breathe-fresh-air-into-tourism/
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24-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundJapan will start flights to Cambodia once more for business travellers from SepSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/japan-restart-flights-cambodia
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22-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundJapan and Cambodia have agreed to open borders for each otherβs expatriates, so long as they observe a 14-day quarantine from early SepSource: english.kyodonews.net/news/2020/08/9ef5f5c79cee-urgent-japan-cambodia-to-ease-covid-19-travel-restrictions-in-september.html
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22-Aug-2020 π¬ inbound1.4 million tourists visited attractions around Cambodia during the 5-day replacement Khmer New Year holidays. Most were family groups on inter-provincial trips, and was made up of 1,445,238 locals and 14,148 foreignersSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50755916/tourist-number-reach-over-1-4-million-during-holiday/
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21-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism asked tourism related businesses to provide customer information via a Telegram bot for contact tracing purposesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50755831/tourism-ministry-asks-tourism-related-businesses-to-provide-customers-data-via-telegram-bot/
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21-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundCambodian tourists are said to feel safe whilst travelling for the Khmer New Year replacement holidaysSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50755783/public-feel-safe-and-secure-against-covid-19-as-precautionary-measures-at-all-time-high-during-holidays/
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20-Aug-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationCambodia has been approved for transit flights through Singapore when flying on Singapore Airlines Groupβs 3 carriers. This would only allow for outbound travel from Cambodia, and pax are not allowed to transit Singapore for travel into CambodiaSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50755774/cambodia-among-five-sea-nations-allowed-transit-in-singapore/
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20-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe 500,000 tourists visited attractions around Cambodia during the first 2 days of the Khmer New Year holidays. The most visited places included Siem Reap, Kampot, Battambang and Preah Sihanouk provinceSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50755734/khmer-new-year-brings-out-more-than-500000-tourists-in-first-two-days-across-kingdom/
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19-Aug-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationMore passengers will be allowed to transit at Changi Airport, including Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, on Singapore Airlines Groupβs flights, in addition to last weekβs approval for Cambodia and Vietnam. Routes include from Bangkok, Jakarta, Medan, Surabaya, Ipoh, Kuching, Kuala Lumpur and PenangSource: www.straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/more-passengers-allowed-to-transit-at-changi-airport
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18-Aug-2020 π¬ inbound557 tourism resorts opened for the 5-day long weekendSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/755525/nearly-600-tourism-resorts-cash-in-on-domestic-tourists-during-five-day-holiday/
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18-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundHundreds of tourists visited the Chreav waterfalls in Kampong Speu provinceSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50755637/hundreds-of-tourists-visiting-chreav-waterfalls-during-the-holidays/
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13-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia was ranked the 7th safest destination in the world to visit during the pandemic by Germany-based startup TourlaneSource: www.malaymail.com/news/life/2020/08/13/thailand-named-safest-holiday-destination-amid-covid-19-pandemic/1893426
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13-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundMondulkiriβs tourism development master plan is underway, and will have a focus on sustainable tourism, prioritising the cultural identities of indigenous groupsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50754563/mondulkiri-expecting-sustainable-tourism-development/
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13-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia will now extend a flight ban to the Philippines after more returning Cambodians from the country tested positiveSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50754591/new-virus-outbreaks-are-putting-the-brakes-on-plans-to-reopen-many-key-destinations/
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13-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe President of the Cambodia Association of Travel Agents (CATA) have said that the upcoming long holidays has already seen more bookings, especially for Siem Reap, where special activities have been scheduled. They say that tourism businesses do worry that the COVID-19 situation will worsen, but so long as everyone does their part, then the impact would not growSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50754647/tourism-related-businesses-fear-virus-reemerging/
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13-Aug-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationThe first international aviation training centre has now opened in Cambodia, at the American University of Phnom PenhSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/first-international-aviation-training-opens-cambodia
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13-Aug-2020 π outboundCambodian students are facing issues when trying to return to Japan for study β although Cambodians are permitted to re-enter Japan, the only flights which will allow them to get there are via South Korea, which is considered high-risk by the Japanese and therefore they would not be allowed to enterSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/students-limbo-japan-bars-entry
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13-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundAhead of the holidays, key tourist destinations in the country will implement precautionary measures, such as tables at restaurants being spaced away from one another, and enhanced cleaning at hotelsSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/tourist-spots-step-covid-19-precautions
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13-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe 3-day annual Phnom Penh Water Festival, due to take place from 30 Oct β 1 Nov, has been cancelledSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/govt-cancels-water-festival
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13-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe Asian Development Bank (ADB) has warned that the pandemic could cause an additional 1.3 million Cambodians into poverty, around 8% of the populationSource: www.dw.com/en/cambodia-coronavirus-poverty/a-54552715
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12-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundA sheep rearing farm is being transformed into a tourism product in Kampong Chhnang province, in the first of its kind in the countrySource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50754079/young-cambodian-shepherd-with-big-dream/
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12-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundA Khmer Tourism for the Future incubator is being launched by the government, designed to grow resilience and innovation in the tourism industry. It is aimed at entrepreneurs with a sustainable prototype of business that could apply to the domestic tourism sectorSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50753983/re-imagining-sustainable-tourism/
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11-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundHotels in Siem Reap are forecasting more than 90% occupancy for the Khmer New Year holidaySource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50753555/siem-reap-hotels-report-increased-bookings-for-new-year/
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11-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe governor of Siem Reap expects more domestic tourists to visit during the long holidays, and have arranged religious events, floating markets, food competitions, cycling, boat rides and golf days, to attract tourists. Siem Reap in H1 had 167,061 domestic tourists, down 87% YoY, and 387,839, a drop of 68% YoYSource: en.vietnamplus.vn/cambodia-moves-to-boost-domestic-tourism/180087.vnp
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10-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe second stage repairs on the western Angkor Wat bridge will be completed ahead of schedule, in 2022 at the latest. It was originally slated for 2024Source: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/angkor-bridge-repairs-be-completed-two-years-early-ana-says
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09-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism and Swisscontact Cambodia will partner for a Skills Development Program 2020 β 2024, aimed at providing tourism and hospitality training to youths in Kratie, Stung Treng, Rattanaikri, Mondulkiri and Preah VihearSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/753068/re-skilling-and-up-skilling-tourismwworkers-in-cambodia/
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09-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe labour department has warned the leaders of 2 trade unions who had organised protests outside Le Meridien Angkor hotel of their organisations being sued or dissolved if they do not stop their actionsSource: english.cambodiadaily.com/business/siem-reap-labor-department-warns-hotel-union-leaders-over-protests-167757/
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07-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundCambodian athletes gathered together to mark 1,000 days until the 2023 Southeast Asian Games, which will be hosted by CambodiaSource: en.vietnamplus.vn/cambodia-starts-countdown-to-sea-games-32/179911.vnp
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07-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has seen almost 740,028 domestic tourists in Jul, an increase of 15.2% vs Jun 2020. The most visited areas continue to be coastal areas of Kampot, Kep, Koh Kang and Preah SihanoukSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50752723/almost-750000-domestic-tourism-registered-in-july/
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07-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundCinemas will be reopened, but must follow SOPsSource: www.eurocham-cambodia.org/post/755/31-JULY-07-August-KEEPING-YOU-INFORMED-RECENT-ANNOUNCEMENTS-BY-THE-ROYAL-GOVERNMENT
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06-Aug-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationCambodia Airways hopes to increase the number of flights to China soon, as their current demand is at a very low levelSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50752355/regional-airlines-announce-new-chinese-travel-measures/
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06-Aug-2020 π¬ inbound3,135 tourism businesses have closed either permanently or temporarily, whilst 110,000 people have lost their jobs. The Ministry of Tourism has developed 3 scenarios for tourism arrivals in 2020, with the 3rd the likeliest. In that case, it could take up to 7 years for the industry to recover fully, whilst it predicts that in 2021 arrivals could increase by 25-35%, generating around $2 billion USD. The 3 scenarios are: 1. International arrivals decline by 50-60%, receiving around 2.5 million tourists 2. International arrivals decline by 60-70%, receiving around 2 million tourists 3. International arrivals decline by 70-90%, receiving around 1.5 million tourists, losing around $3 billion USD in revenuesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50752225/tourism-may-take-7-years-to-recover/
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06-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundKampot province is considering a new beach development in Teuk Chhou district, 150km southwest of Phnom Penh. A new beach would be a priority to be develop firstSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50752377/kampot-province-to-accelerate-new-beach-development-to-lure-tourists/
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06-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundHotel staff from Le Meridien Angkor in Siem Reap filed a complaint to have 3 fired unionists reinstated, whom they say were sacked unfairly after protesting wage cutsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50752294/hotel-staff-in-siem-reap-seek-reinstatement-of-sacked-unionists/
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05-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has lowered the cash deposit to $2,000 USD for foreign travellers on arrival. Travellers must buy a local health insurance package which will cost $90 USD and be valid for 20 daysSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50751897/cambodia-lowers-cash-deposit-for-covid-19-service-charges-from-foreign-travelers-to-2000/
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05-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundH1 international arrivals to Cambodia declined by 65% YoY, with Juneβs arrivals down 97.3% YoYSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/751716/visitor-numbers-to-kingdom-collapse/
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05-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe Garden City Water Park, about 15km north of Phnom Penh, will open on 17 Aug. It will be the biggest water park in Cambodia, and the opening is welcomed by the Ministry of TourismSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50751855/55-million-water-park-to-start-operating-soon/
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04-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe government is strictly enforcing the ban on karaoke parlours and nightclubsSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/govt-pressures-ktv-nightclubs-remain-closed
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04-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundRoom bookings are increasing ahead of the upcoming public holidays from 17-21 Aug. Ratanakkiri province is at 60% occupancy already, whilst Kampot was at 30% as of 4 AugSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/travel-hotspots-prepare-new-year-holiday-revellers
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04-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism is looking at a travel bubble plan which would be a one-way, closed loop chartered plane journey in the country. It would be targeted at rich and retired visitors, with the ASEAN and China, Japan and South Korea being primary targetsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50751509/cambodia-prepares-travel-bubble-plan-to-aid-tourism/
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04-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundThe Kulen Mountain Trek-Run will be held in Oct, the first event to be held in Siem Reap, which hopes to revive the tourism industrySource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50751522/kulen-mountain-trek-run-all-set-to-make-history/
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04-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundCertified business travellers will now be able to buy COVID-19 insurance policies from 10 Cambodian companies, and reservations of 2-night hotel accommodation, meals, test and transportation fee must be paid in advance. The business personβs sponsor would then be responsible to pay in full for the rest of the expenses. The traveller will need to deposit $2,000 USD on arrivalSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50751507/business-travellers-to-get-insurance-and-less-quarantine/
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02-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has asked for Japanβs support to build the tourist seaport in Preah Sihanouk provinceSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50750827/cambodia-requests-japan-to-support-seaport-in-preah-sihanouk-province/
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01-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundKep and Kampot have pledged to become smoke-free tourist destinations by the end of 2021Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50750745/kep-and-kampot-to-be-ready-as-smoke-free-tourist-destinations-by-end-of-2021/
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01-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia will delay reopening schools until the year endSource: www.nst.com.my/world/region/2020/08/613145/cambodia-keeps-schools-shut
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01-Aug-2020 π¬ inboundAngkor Archaeological Park had just 1,790 foreign visitors in Jul, down 98.8% YoY. From Jan β Jul, it had 389,630 visitors, a decrease of 72% YoYSource: www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-08/01/c_139257278.htm
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31-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundTax breaks for aviation companies and tourism related businesses have been extended for another 2 months to Sep, and unemployed workers in the tourism industry will receive $40 USD/month for another 2 monthsSource: www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-07/31/c_139254803.htm
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31-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe Director of Planning at Cambodiaβs Ministry of Tourism said that the $3,000 USD deposit for tourists on arrival may be scrapped, and that they had recently held talks with the Ministry of Finance to do this, although there has been no official announcement yetSource: www.asiatraveltips.com/news20/317-TourismCambodia.shtml
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31-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism together with travel agents has launched package tours to Siem Reap and other destinations, with Khmer speaking guides and stays at luxury hotelsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50750653/ministry-of-tourism-launches-special-tour-package-to-siem-reap-and-other-tourist-destinations/
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30-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundKep province has had a tourism plan drawn up for 2020 β 2024 which will transform it into a high-end leisure destination, and sell the potential of the province beyond the domestic marketSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50750089/keps-tourism-marketing-plan-on-its-way/
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30-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundSouth Korean business people returning from a trip to Cambodia of less than 14 days will be exempted from mandatory quarantine in KoreaSource: pulsenews.co.kr/view.php?year=2020&no=779673
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30-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundCambodiaβs remaining casino operators want the government to approve its reopeningSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50750123/cambodias-coastal-and-provincial-casinos-seek-permission-to-reopen/
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29-Jul-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationThai AirAsia announced plans to resume the following routes in Aug from Bangkok Don Mueang Airport to Phnom Penh, Singapore and YangonSource: centreforaviation.com/news/thai-airasia-to-resume-services-on-16-aug-2020-1014057
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29-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundBanteay Srei province will be cleaned up, with classes on clean and environmentally friendly living offered, homestays created and gardens built under a βBeautiful Banteay Sreiβ campaign to attract more tourists to visitSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/lifestyle/banteay-sreis-villages-spruce-attract-nature-tourists?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=7367861ff80349a7618c9ffb08c42eb985a66dd7-1596251926-0-AQ2Qdu4Wro-FoPvl3jzz6hNEHWJN4F_Js-IKvpzubrXlUS2BXqSDoYHn_YXN4UfkkfYVtmdKuaGGFOkMh60Vndl7ukh9nsn6VWvRDU0LOKFew_LbkSZGFVibfe5gI5erg56RSg-WZYjmcsOiDRltffChU8JmGes94rwN-hJi1YGmyd7hyjb5rJMlJ9wsCg37MCRNh08pq4L70W2Y9PGWQjDa-hucZ5vJEbz9ciqhp2iuYTXZCS7n70xHjgiEEDEw0y19bDaOYm8ZAspvoUZIu7UE1W6fEKi6eT2CI90RA2LI3Ce1lZ13Qttv5phOhT7G6BdI7eXHw1WZxEsjTXptRaP-bheFtpkSV0Z9BKMKpvTv
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28-Jul-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationCambodia Angkor Air says it is optimistic and ready to strengthen domestic flights and expand international flights. Cambodia Airports in the first 3 weeks of Jul handled 410 outbound and inbound flights, nearly 85% of which flew into Phnom Penh International Airport, a 95% decrease YoY. The international flights arrived from China, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei and Seoul. Just 5 airlines are operating routes, including Cambodia Angkor Air, Lanmei Airlines, JC Airlines, Cambodia Airways and Sky Angkor AirlinesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50749135/cambodia-angkor-air-ready-to-take-off/
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27-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe Secretariat for Civil Aviation has seen an increase of airline passengers to around 1,000/ day, a significant increase vs. the 160 in Mar and MaySource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50749105/minister-says-around-1000-passengers-arriving-in-capital-airport-daily/
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27-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundTourism businesses on Koh Rong and Koh Rong Samloen are expecting the Khmer New Year holidays to boost their tourism after months of little businessSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50748953/near-empty-islands-long-for-boost-from-khmer-new-year/
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27-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundAll incoming flights will face more scrutiny after many inbound pax to Cambodia carried COVID-19Source: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/all-inbound-flights-set-face-added-scrutiny?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=451c5aaee8ef4888d9d374a7c85b5de41ad978e1-1596351513-0-AZCKKCInhlYJUqKIrGOF7PSDV7BylAL8bwy0CxGTLIkaTODbFDAJMqgOdAE9J2NwX5VLGwmeSSNIhWmMtrwMMqdGURwP29k-A6TqQuvrie0M2Ch0nXFsASlHK5AFuuTIS3Y98hf5nLiu7YTl_llj8WePPgFJZsObkYL3W2FDeALSG8gPSQQFOltRlFnIoQnXEt1iMVW35ILF1RtqCf6nhKs0JeJWviQ9nAOXTbF2ZsooeJkpHnns8y0buTGsjiTYIO7Ly7r6ALi_MYDdDYswF5OODNse9OnUcFynSJSCgAegGCAmQubYR20_HoTrkqcTU8vkpJaQyqnHPzFNZYn_M0I
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26-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia will temporarily ban all flights from Malaysia and Indonesia from 1 Aug. It announced that this is due to a spike in detected cases from the 2 countriesSource: www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2020/07/26/cambodia-ban-flights-from-malaysia-and-indonesia-reports-23-new-virus-cases
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25-Jul-2020 π outboundThe UK has added Cambodia to its list of countries exempt from advice against βall but essentialβ international travelSource: www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-countries-and-territories-exempt-from-advice-against-all-but-essential-international-travel
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24-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundFrance will provide a grant of 1.5 million EUR to Cambodia for its hard-hit tourism sector, and will be used for 24 development projectsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50748433/france-provides-1-7million-for-cambodias-tourism-sector/
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24-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism will implement measures to ensure safe travel during the Khmer New Year Holiday from 17-21 Aug, including working with operators to strengthen hygiene, and disseminating information to all tour operatorsSource: www.eurocham-cambodia.org/post/748/17-24-JULY-KEEPING-YOU-INFORMED-RECENT-ANNOUNCEMENTS-BY-THE-ROYAL-GOVERNMENT
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23-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe Pacific Asia Travel Association Cambodia chairman has called on the government to consider 7 measures, including reducing landing and parking fees at airports, airport tax and entrance fees, allowing cruise ships to dock and encouraging more international airlines to fly to CambodiaSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/special-reports/wither-tourism-can-cambodia-resuscitate-sector-post-covid-19-0
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23-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe government is planning to change the deposit and insurance requirements for entry to Cambodia for business people (including investors, directors, general managers, technical staff and their family), allowing companies to sponsor or guarantee them. It is expected this new procedure will be place next weekSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50747907/new-procedures-to-expedite-business-linked-travel-to-cambodia/
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23-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundHistorical battlegrounds will be designated national monuments to help educate about Cambodiaβs history. The government is looking for βtrueβ historical sitesSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/battle-sites-be-set-monuments
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23-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundJapan announced that it is looking at relaxing entry restrictions for business travellers from 12 Asian territories, including Singapore, Cambodia, Brunei, Malaysia, Myanmar and Laos from SE Asia. Travellers would still need to self-quarantine for 14-days, pass a COVID test and not take public transportationSource: www.straitstimes.com/singapore/coronavirus-singapore-and-japan-will-work-towards-resuming-essential-travel
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22-Jul-2020 π¬ inbound20 schools will be reopened in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Battambang. Classes must not exceed 15 studentsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50747460/20-schools-to-reopen/
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21-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundPassenger air traffic has decreased by 67.5% in H1 at Cambodiaβs 3 international airports, with a total of 1.9 million paxSource: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/215520
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21-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe government has declared that it will not ban Cambodian nationals from returning home, despite being the highest source of COVID-19 casesSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/kingdom-wont-ban-inbound-locals
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21-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundKhnong Phsar, in Kampong Speu province, is being cleaned up to attract more touristsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50746778/khnong-phsar-to-spruce-up-area-to-increase-tourism/
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21-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundTraining programmes for young workers in tourism are being developed by the government to help refine skills from 5 target provinces, a move welcome by the Cambodia Hotels AssociationSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/ministries-plan-tourism-skills-training-boost-job-chances
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20-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe State Secretariat for Civil Aviation (SSCA) has launched a 6-point plan for the civil aviation sectorβs development from 2021 β 2025. It will focus on safety, security, cooperation, services, infrastructure and HRSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/plan-launched-aviation-sector-upgrade
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20-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundA Cambodian-American woman who was in quarantine after arrival to Cambodia and later escaped from her room, was found in Kampong Cham. It was reported that she was on the same flights as 2 US diplomatic officials who later tested positive for COVID-19Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50746179/passenger-who-fled-quarantine-found-in-kampong-cham/
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19-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundAuthorities are on the alert after more than 1,000 Cambodian students studying abroad have returned to the country, many of whom tested positive for COVID-19 on arrivalSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/high-alert-covid-19-students-return-abroad
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19-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundA new airport on Koh Rong is being planned as part of the Koh Rong Master PlanSource: cne.wtf/2020/07/19/koh-rong-master-plan-includes-new-airport/
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17-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia had 313,300 domestic tourists in the first 2 weeks of July, an increase of 1.67% vs the last 2 weeks in June 2020. The Minister of Tourism is confident that the number will increase in Aug during the replacement Khmer New Year holidaysSource: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/215368
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17-Jul-2020 π¬ inbound40 ecotourism projects are set to be developed in Muldulkiri provinceSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50745457/the-great-outdoors-plans-to-set-up-40-eco-tourism-projects-in-mondulkiri/
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16-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia received just 20,000 airline pax in May and Jun, compared to the previous daily average of 15,000-20,000. The State Secretariat of Civil Aviation expects an increase to 25,000-30,000 pax in JulSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/passenger-arrivals-abysmal
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16-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundTop standard schools will request permission to reopen in Aug in the first stage, whilst later stages could take place in NovSource: focus-cambodia.com/article/school-owners-agree-with-school-reopening-in-three-stages-the-sooner-the-better/
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16-Jul-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationThe land for the new airport in Muldulkiri province has been selected and construction will start soonSource: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/215260
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15-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has had 3.7 million domestic visitors from Jan-May. The most visited parts of the country include coastal areas in the southwest of the country and Preah Sihanouk received 266,917 domestic tourists from Jan-MaySource: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/215155
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14-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe Aranyaprathey checkpoint between Thailand and Cambodia is allowed to reopen for the transportation of goodsSource: www.bangkokpost.com/business/1950868/cambodian-border-to-reopen-for-goods
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14-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundA new border gate may be opened between Laosβ Attapeu Province and Cambodiaβs Ratanakiri Province, and officials say that this could strengthen tourism as currently there is no road connecting the province with LaosSource: laotiantimes.com/2020/07/14/new-border-crossing-for-laos-and-cambodia-proposed/
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14-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia is constructing new checkpoints along the Cambodia-Thailand-Lao PDR border areasSource: www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2020/07/14/cambodia-builds-new-checkpoints-along-laos-thailand-border
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13-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundAngkor Wat vendors on the west side of the temple must remove their stalls and be relocated, despite protests from vendors that the relocated area has not yet set a date for openingSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/744026/angkor-wat-vendors-must-remove-stalls-by-august-15/
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12-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundNew procedures to enter Cambodia are expected soon, that are aimed at current investors and professional and technical staff. This may allow a company to guarantee the $3,000 USD deposit required on arrivalSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50743844/more-relief-for-incoming-travelers-to-be-announced-as-two-more-cases-of-covid-19-recover-in-cambodia/
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11-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe Khmer New Year replacement holidays will take place on 17-21 AugSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50743779/substitute-holidays-set-for-august/
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10-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundKampot has seen an increase in the number of tourists visiting from mid-AprSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50743468/is-kampot-the-kingdoms-latest-hotspot/
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10-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe Cambodia Hotels Association has said that most reopened hotels are fighting to survive, and the majority of hotels in major tourism destinations are still closed. The Ministry of Economy and Finance have said that Siem Reap is suffering the worst, whereas Kep, Kampot and Sihanoukville are faring better. The director of Kampot provinceβs tourism says in Jun the province received 160,000 visitors, compared to 80,000 in 2019. Statistics for Sihanoukville have seen an increase from Mayβs 11,241 visitors to Juneβs 25,247. H1 visitor numbers were 473,257 falling from 1,347,013 in 2019Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50743294/slow-growing-roots-of-recovery-in-nations-hospitality-industry/
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10-Jul-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationThe Vietnamese PM has asked a committee to look into resuming key air routes to Tokyo, Seoul, Guangzhou, Taiwan, Vientiane and Phnom PenhSource: vietnamnews.vn/society/749463/pm-asks-for-more-repatriation-flights.html
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09-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundWorkers will be given a 5-day holiday to replace the Khmer New Year which was cancelled, but a date has not yet been decided. The dates will not clash with those of Thailandβs replacement Songkran holidaysSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50742852/pm-orders-cabinet-to-designate-a-five-day-replacement-holiday/
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09-Jul-2020 π outboundJapan is planning to start talks about restarting business flights in mid-Jul with 10 more economies, including CambodiaSource: asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/Japan-looks-to-reopen-business-travel-with-10-more-Asian-economies
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09-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe Japan Business Association of Cambodia (JBAC) is looking at increasing its investment into Cambodiaβs tourism industry, as they believe it is still a safe investmentSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50742989/jbac-affirms-believes-cambodia-remains-a-very-safe-destination-for-investments-and-tourism/
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09-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe government has revealed its tourism development plans for Siem Reap from 2020 β 2035, with an emphasis on developing βSiem Reap beyond the Templeβ, transforming the destination into a multifaceted one to which travellers return. New marketing strategies and improving connectivity via waterways, road, rail and air are also on the cardsSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/govt-boost-siem-reap-tourism
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07-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe airport train between Phnom Penh and the airport may be shut down due to lack of passengersSource: cne.wtf/2020/07/07/ministry-considering-halt-to-airport-train-service/
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07-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundAs of June, more than 20,000 Chinese nationals arrived in to Preah Sihanouk province, with an estimated 250 arriving per day. H1 saw 473,257 visitors, a decline from 1,347,013 in H1 2019Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50741805/outside-help-to-support-visitors/
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07-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundAs of June, more than 20,000 Chinese nationals arrived in to Preah Sihanouk province, with an estimated 250 arriving per day. H1 saw 473,257 visitors, a decline from 1,347,013 in H1 2019Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50742205/preah-sihanouk-province-prepares-for-returning-chinese-nationals/
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06-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Economy & Finance and the Ministry of Health have partnered with a local insurance company to issue the $50,000 insurance certificate which is a requirement for foreign travellers to enter Cambodia as they encountered issues with trying to claim medical costs from foreign companies. Work on the product is now 90% complete, and will be made available soon. They have also changed the deposit policy to return the balance of $3,000 USD within 5 days should the pax test negative, instead of 14 daysSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50741790/ministries-collaborate-with-local-insurance-firms-over-covid-19-to-make-tourism-easier/
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05-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundA further 10 hotels have been procured for quarantine purposes for foreign arrivals in Phnom Penh, as it expects to receive 500 per daySource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50741558/health-ministry-further-quarantine-spaces-prepared-for-increasing-arrivals/
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04-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundKTVs and clubs will be allowed to be converted into restaurants after their temporary shutdownsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50741451/ktv-and-clubs-to-become-restaurants/
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04-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundSchools will start to be reopened in Aug in 3 phasesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50741403/cambodian-schools-to-re-open-in-stages-from-august/
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03-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundAll casinos in Cambodia will be allowed to resume operations, with only gambling and slot machinesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50741288/all-casinos-in-cambodia-allowed-to-resume-operations/
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03-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe Sofitel Phnom Penh has revealed that the slowdown of Cambodiaβs tourism actually started in Aug 2019, with less Chinese visitors. They do not expect to see a recovery in 2020 for the hotel group in Cambodia. They also feel that a βreal marketing planβ is required for Cambodia to compete with other SE Asian destinationsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50740991/hoteliers-adapt-as-covid-pandemic-changes-the-game/
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02-Jul-2020 π outboundCambodia and Thailand are discussing the possibility of reopening the Poipet-Khlong Luek international border gate, with limited number of entries per daySource: en.vietnamplus.vn/cambodia-thailand-discuss-border-reopening-to-recover-economy/177890.vnp
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02-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundThe Cambodia Association of Travel Agents has called for the government to open all businesses up once more. They also stated that tourism players in Siem Reap have started selling assets off to pay debts and daily living, and more employers across Cambodia will be forced to make workers unemployed if the situation continues. 8,000 tourism workers in the Siem Reap province have been affectedSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50740504/tourism-savaged-by-covid-19/
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02-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundCambodian schools will be reopened in 3 stages β however, the start date has yet to be finalisedSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/schools-be-reopened-three-stages?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=ce571e1feee0af7524a712ea6a4331e47de2bf7c-1593831887-0-AR3q49jMDbz1_pobu-k1voA-pro7g2AxNqdFdDRUaeYoZliIvQNiGJ-5XOO8qQD5zquIgkG7C2aWEwgEFFJ7bFvI12Xe0RaOBD-GK9xb9tmN9p8VJbBDa676oKyxOd0vDp8jyjwgfqA047ZG35mUa-SIO0q49iOnCl8zUIZES9NpAddtW20egrBrNeF0_sOFu56iVTqOEYPlr6NweB05dqycq4heUBOkmGsY6WdA6nKjuLnPR49s-0j-Dr9UfxPBUmTLyTH9SrL63QgGBHz06JJ57LLIXx9IszdHrN_CLpJKA_wCJobNjSRnIUdfoUdFB5ZAOpE-v7aVyt8maXPtbzQ
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01-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundAngkor Archaeological Park earned over $18 million USD from entrance tickets in H1, a decrease of 67.54% YoY. Just 387,840 foreign tourists visited and in June the number was 1,747, down 98%Source: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/214318
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01-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundMore than 3,000 tourism businesses have closed down, with 45,045 workers losing their jobs as of May. The Ministry of Tourism has encouraged the US-ASEAN Business Council to put more investment into Cambodiaβs tourism industry, particularly eco-tourismSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50739982/more-tourists-wanted-please/
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01-Jul-2020 π¬ inboundQuarantine processes are being reviewed for potential investors, technical experts and consultants. The cash deposit could also be reduced to $2,000 from $3,000 USD for investors whose names are in the governmentβs investment listSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50739808/quarantine-being-reviewed-for-investors-and-experts/
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30-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundTourists are being urged to watch the Irrawaddy dolphins in Kratie provinceSource: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/214266
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30-Jun-2020 π outboundThailand has opened up 37 border checkpoints on the borders with Malaysia, Laos, Cambodia and Myanmar to facilitate cross-border cargo and trading. Tourists will not be allowed to enter via these checkpoints stillSource: www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2020/06/30/cambodia-and-laos-happy-as-thailand-reopens-37-border-checkpoints
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29-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundCambodiaβs target of 7 million tourists by 2020 has been delayed to 2025. The Ministry of Tourism predicts that Cambodia will lose up to 70% of its visitors in 2020Source: cambodianess.com/article/covid-19-to-delay-cambodias-tourism-targets-by-5-years
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29-Jun-2020 π¬ inbound33 Phnom Penh tourism businesses have been recognised as having consistently implemented safety measures. The Ministry of Tourism also revealed that tourism businesses in Phnom Penh had not suffered as much as other destinations, with 124 locations closed or suspended temporarilySource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/govt-says-tourism-recovers-slightly-despite-pandemic?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=44ee2cced38bce214418be43bfe7b082735c78a3-1593912323-0-AdQlGCYtwdG9sjkgKKtXabfw5DTCy8981qcln9dmIsh86fabZYRBuBaOo0XTA7XRpF0HOeotVGpgyha9aD7Eopm5NMv7lgrdqVfD8D4OxxjsXht-4A-EG4SXv8AtsCWdcMp86HlXTPvvug6iMy7LvI60tkzeFGY3k-XYihJw3mioe_waQLWaR1SbPD4uaDm_WoYKbi8NBtc9cQZpazawf6C3eoGmh0jS8HFAQTuXMPPZ6ATS5BQgPAS89wXOKf3_93PVqyfivk_BP_IhvWf5ov49Y3Uvm08JNEHfWRBV-ihVIHOGmZbGKOskZB8sCKExQ3B5LpzBTPrGRFVKH26zRy4iLURaEmA-xjSjIfDZmimc
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28-Jun-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationThe Cambodian and Japanese Chambers of Commerce will ask All Nippon Airways (ANA) to resume flights earlier than its original schedule of SepSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/japans-largest-airline-asked-resume-flights-cambodia?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=034555b5ea602a0c777000378f6c0a0983e94e06-1593408336-0-AYj9iGkafzgKNEW_jD5QA_Bc4BR1N8A5pxW_EoE3pAZVVm1wZN3K-uij8BgRD-NAShzDKKFp6eJqZXSY8tzg4OlQy1iGxuy1fWxY0pme4Sxfbl0nAcMDJE1dHZyeykDk2vRGzWu0rvepAkeFw8F5OD1Md8C5FvMV593s3ifWoof7gzFcJ_ENHvMN9ybk5OtyJIU_HvrPkqnm4wrGPQ8s2V7CEQ5R6FsgKNxQld8H2irGGydk9KFd8_yAAgyoFkw1tecg9brdeDfT7e-myDtjiltL9KLRLFH3Jpm89hfZNX_oGvjfb2l5UKptFOpGUC8wDSHeHcJq-TOwF6BW_b9zOn30hrVWBgDXWpl4r5y6MP4a
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28-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundKampot province is launching 2 projects to attract tourists, including a recreational park and infrastructure improvementSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50738841/kampot-expects-two-projects-to-further-attract-tourists/
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24-Jun-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationAirAsia is thinking of resuming international flights in Jul, with more potential routes filed including Kuala Lumpur to Phnom PenhSource: www.ttrweekly.com/site/2020/06/airasia-rethinks-july-flights/
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24-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundAngkor Wat is introducing a new pricing structure for long-stay foreigners in Cambodia, reducing prices from $200 to $100 USDSource: cne.wtf/2020/06/24/new-angkor-wat-pricing-for-expats-long-term-tourists/
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24-Jun-2020 π outboundThe possibility of passenger flights resuming to Thailand is welcomed by the Cambodian private sector, as mall operators in Thailand call for the government to resume flights to CLMV (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam) nations. Some 12% of visitors to the Siam Center, Siam Discovery and Sia, Paragon are all from CLMV nations, and spend an average of $3,250 per visitSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/thai-flights-will-reboot-trade?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=0836986aebe3e733b257c6ff1803dd1bbcd30bd6-1593049810-0-AaPuS4cOzPaEkp19ECGbDA0kcnHPNxGk5lSIL687PECRuQISe9--MNk2DxhWrowkVS0btcUjoFnbbPtvEDbdKoQhbSorSjZVjdmDBmAoBPP5XiUEu5Bk8bap-zMymruGmaleQ4r4hhYRKtoyfyoLAPLzyLHXVLpvoh2GRm3pcCQIGhmUvq-u1fJEU8ItemdlhiROonFBbl1MZBLE7vtVqwyfwJJmLVO18obhGhUOPJY6QOvvknVrivdaDjIe0SUSf7qPdCkpFdzdWx6HOU-GHiV2VHROzfDq3ol4wqzGDdwK7ZbzvwlpB4-a6xZR-C5VBz4r5WYvQ7lbmwdFzOZIKsw
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24-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia has re-opened its borders with Vietnam, but Vietnam has not yet reciprocatedSource: www.nst.com.my/world/region/2020/06/603013/cambodia-reopens-borders-vietnam
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23-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe first 3 weeks of June saw 452,692 Cambodians and Cambodian residents taking domestic trips, an increase of 7.24% in May. Coastal destinations remained the most popular, with around 50% of internal tourists, whilst tourism businesses continued to reopen in Siem ReapSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50738065/more-than-450000-tourists-on-the-move-over-first-three-weeks-of-june/
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22-Jun-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationPhnom Penh International Airport is set to be completed by 2023, and is now 30% complete. It will be able to handle 13 million pax by 2030, and 30 million by 2050Source: cambodianess.com/article/hun-sen-inspects-the-construction-site-of-phnom-penhs-future-airport
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22-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundGoogle x Trip.com revealed that Cambodia comes in 13th place for APAC travellers for next phase destinationsSource: youtu.be/DkOZN_gehYo
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22-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Education has announced that school reopenings and examinations will be delayed until the year endSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/school-opening-be-delayed-till-years-end?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=d3820f679e82734f3f03990874557523e6d2df3f-1592902185-0-AQml9vtOIhGwaHheSBne2hXQ6a15NacOq-JgDL3DaRd8yhZAbeHcieJS_bj31T4MbuGNxjqXXHf-6UMph0eMGB_UdBp78r3Z6GzTw1jgD-ljl7l6aUIdrQCbWo7ysMxxkM4_nFHVwhpcG-XU9VcZJtFqQuFSqjpIKsrMdVW7HyfoBwaENAdd-6R4DbZrcYt7DalMJTzB9sibnHRf5PW48YzvPqZwisYdW-r2gbEb6scAGhubIYUsifjzNmDF7y14Bo4cF7hSjT8jjlnEsCvYM3oyXZ9Afshm3MHHE9Q5pavPSu44s3-476-5YWDI1foFRwPHChDDwB06a_pi4usHqOU
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20-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe Director of China Study Center of RAC has said that the Cambodian economy cannot recover until the government boosts domestic tourism and processing of agricultural products to support tourismSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50736309/agriculture-domestic-tourism-and-smes-are-the-catalysts-to-restore-the-economy/
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19-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe Tourism Ministry has urged tourism businesses in Sihanoukville to be ready to welcome tourists once more and that they must cooperate with one anotherSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50735984/sihanoukville-must-be-ready-for-returning-visitors-say-experts/
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19-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia Airports has revealed that air traffic has remained tepid and few airlines are operating still. They feel that the message of $3,000 USD is βnot the message one would want to convey when it is critical to lure leisure and visitors back.βSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50735870/airports-hope-for-more-visitors-despite-tough-3000-deposit/
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17-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe chairman of the Pacific Asia Tourism Association Cambodia Chapter has said that it could take 4-5 years to resume normal tourism growth. He also feels that the governmentβs implementation of strict health measures βdo not seem to welcome touristsβSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50734635/hopes-for-early-tourism-resumption-dashed/
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16-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundA government official has said that the decision to charge foreigners for COVID-19 treatment and tests was a natural one as part of reopening the country and economySource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/covid-fees-must-amid-economic-uncertainty?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=7ac3cdd3da22ca80a9c17d28b04d5a4f5018744f-1592461104-0-AXf4UmGORp4qoMq_bPaDRWgmtFmx2JTgJr8hbwAn7_vyQpptHlN6vlYNsDbthj4boVvDfH7ABkwNB01S0ELqCiCN77eLPNBgjErIFCZ4UtKZNHCWvLI63hlQuXD36GNP-afkzZQeuIfzmbWrQRYMff8mnlck0f3PnDGrz9qfdI62JlLXO6TBCGuWkGp03rTrAiXxL74ySNVTQVA_R5cjsMy1fKaHA1IUQ3E6eyMBRhA8T6L_ESfTUoUEVNikn6znqJcGSu3e9nJGDoV3iHGfeZypqxIQTgEmh8ZLMeJOCuGczLvXBChmrG7NVPlkrpVlDW-LHmhLIurnSu7U1VS5rrA
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16-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundApril saw just 4,481 foreign tourists, down 99% YoY, with the majority being Chinese business travellersSource: www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2020/06/16/cambodia-sees-99-drop-in-international-tourists-arrivals-in-april-due-to-covid-19
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15-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe new Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport should be completed in March 2023Source: cne.wtf/2020/06/15/new-siem-reap-airport-to-be-completed-by-2023/
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14-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe UNWTO have discussed providing a technical assistance package to the Cambodian Ministry of Tourism, including approaches and recommendations to bounce backSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50733554/unwto-comes-to-cambodias-aid-with-covid-19-response-package-while-standing-to-lose-3-billion-in-tourism-revenue/
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13-Jun-2020 π outboundThe Thai government has approved in principle the concept of travel bubbles, and potential target countries and territories could include CambodiaSource: www.bangkokpost.com/business/1933984/ccsa-blows-towards-travel-bubble-plan
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12-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundCambodiaβs tourism industry have expressed worry that the high cost of a $3,000 USD deposit upon entering Cambodia for COVID-19 related expenses could put off potential tourists. The Cambodia Association of Travel Agents (CATA) have said that β[It] should be half [the price]β, and that the government should lift the suspensions on visa-free entry, tourist visas, e-visas and visas on arrival. She said that 630,000 Cambodian workers linked to the tourism industry have either lost jobs or incomeSource: www.voacambodia.com/a/tourism-sector-apprehensive-over-pricey-covid-19-charges-for-foreign-tourists/5460294.html
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11-Jun-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationVietnam Airlines is hoping to resume international flights in July, potentially to Cambodia, subject to government permissionsSource: e.vnexpress.net/news/business/companies/vietnam-airlines-eyes-july-resumption-of-international-flights-4114005.html
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11-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundTravellers will need to pay a deposit of $3,000 USD at the airport to pay for virus prevention, covering the fees that were released on the 10 JunSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50732884/foreigners-to-be-charged-3000-deposit-for-c-19-quarantine-tests/
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11-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism is looking at value-chain opportunities as part of its Tourism Capacity Building ProjectSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50732620/tourism-ministry-to-explore-value-chain-opportunities/
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10-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia requires foreigners to pay for COVID-19 tests, quarantine and treatment. They disclosed fees that range from $84 USD/ day for hotel and meals charges for those passengers who need to stay in 14-day quarantine, and $225 USD/ day should they be COVID-19 positive and have to be admitted to hospitalSource: www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2020/06/10/cambodia-requires-foreigners-to-pay-for-covid-19-test-quarantine-treatment-services
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09-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundSihanoukville has marked more than 9km of public beaches for local and international touristsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50731917/public-beaches-in-sihanoukville-welcome-local-international-tourists/
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08-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe international tourist arrivals from Jan-Apr dropped by 70% YoY and domestic tourists by 50% YoYSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50731378/boost-urged-for-tourism/
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08-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe Cambodia Hotel Association says that some hotel owners have confirmed that they will reopen soon, and international flights are expected to commence from mid-June. A total of 3,000 tourism-related companies have closed, with 45,400 people unemployedSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50731349/cambodias-hotels-to-reopen-shortly/
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07-Jun-2020 π¬ inbound600,000 local and foreign tourists travelled in Cambodia in May, according to the Tourism Ministry. They also announced that online training for the tourism industry will be mandatorySource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/guidelines-tourism-businesses-unveiled?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=d98d1f205af424c71b81d1d6eb89f4f5c78c272f-1592112524-0-AT02LsiS4xy7GecJ5Q0hbWxYLjNJ4FQOQcBnn3uQyMjwi_1bQjY3EwyFAOuVg0u2AsjybI0pkpyPfumKWKh0x7IcIbmMeolqC9uXwgAAwPK8TV8HE5LdyxlY_KK6gepz_U21Ag-n1U3KiOXniJEutthSXT6UFWBymrf89GovmMIuLUn0imDGa-42m3KshXPuzt7zbi3pUOosVcPQjmeNkNiwiYiSp7HNI1pdvdTD7Nssa88Cp-TsULAACv-OelHcBJKAh87aQO29Lpfqoib3lkP24RXADivCCye5ndtiEzHPg1eJPcSreuf3xyrfdXP70W0zBPEgbRT2woUIavs35e0
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07-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe number of passengers in Cambodiaβs 3 international airports dropped by 98% in May YoY, with just 18,135 passengers. An airline executive has said that the $50,000 USD insurance policy and the bad publicity surrounding the governmentβs quarantine area are two major deterrents from airlines restarting flights to Phnom PenhSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50731069/passenger-traffic-in-cambodias-three-international-airports-plunge-98-percent/
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05-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism has issued safety measures that tourism businesses must take, with 72 points (32 mandatory, 40 optional). Businesses that satisfy these criteria will be given a βSafe Tourism Accommodationβ label, but others that have not implemented the measures correctly will be suspended immediatelySource: www.eurocham-cambodia.org/post/730/27-MAY-05-JUNE-KEEPING-YOU-INFORMED-RECENT-ANNOUNCEMENTS-BY-THE-ROYAL-GOVERNMENT
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05-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia may see a loss in revenue from tourism of around $3 billion USD in 2020, according to the Tourism Minister. He has also said that the country may see foreign visitors decline by 70%, and domestic visitors by 50%. Its Jan-Apr foreign visitors has fallen by 52% YoY. 2,956 tourism businesses have closed, affecting 45,405 people unemployedSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50730893/cambodia-to-lose-3b-in-revenue-from-tourism-sector/
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05-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe Myanmar Deputy Minister of Hotels and Tourism said that the Myanmar government will work together with Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam to introduce regional tourism, with the 4 countries signing an agreement to ease border access between them, although specific details have not yet been releasedSource: www.mmtimes.com/news/myanmar-work-neighbours-revive-tourism.html
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05-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe president of the Cambodia Hotel Association has said that many hotels will relaunch operations shortly, as they hear that international flights will resume by mid-JuneSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50730650/empty-hotels-slowly-start-to-attract-people/
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04-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe government is looking at developing Kep beach to attract more touristsSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/kep-tourism-receive-facelift-two-islands-are-pegged-development?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=17f03c3f28be111700bf32640d17a47235bd30b6-1591493689-0-AYpEj40DLGaqzNh9SFMOUgwqK-n41kNa8Gyhce6XG9bFU5FTlELhb--ViFe7NfSbsrhZsPcbBqsGWemAlA0SLulsoDb4RzRTtv-S2hOUlfejudK7IPsWUAOg6hXe6d2ZPWnHRL7wOJWfWwJ9kLgFRmhAM1KZtlN_o2cWHrKF5TC-p086ZFJvPuHCmnfNfYPUmaqUJEAiTcbgsqnpn5U5qTVobnANfci_0jSPkXyrjfA4ROjroE0A22riN_tv1JxKWdT2zpfMj7avypU1RQND6XUnM0iNZEmjEKJIPOXYGffpyXjBpbSG0SSR-dRKGc-cPHHYU5hte91lfelyKR0UoLWA2jSGEbfUQe9e94vXVuDaAM9jVqj6cr19Htb7RkJmnw
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04-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe government is planning to speed up tourism development of Cambodiaβs west and northwest provinces and around the Tonle Sap River, a move welcomed by the trade to diversify its product offerings, especially eco-tourismSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50730097/government-to-boost-new-tourism-development-zones/
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04-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia and Timor-Leste have agreed to promote tourism cooperation, and post-COVID will look into establishing direct flight linksSource: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/32682
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03-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundMore than 100 hotels and guesthouses in Siem Reap permanently ceased operations, and 230 indefinite suspensions, the Council of Ministers announced. This has affected around 8,000 tourism workersSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50729513/siem-reaps-tourism-hit-hard-by-c-19/
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03-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundThe World Bank has warned that Cambodia could experience a GDP contraction of between 1-2.9% in 2020, its first negative growth since 1994. This could risk 1.76 million jobsSource: asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Coronavirus/Cambodia-avoids-coronavirus-carnage-but-faces-economic-disaster
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02-Jun-2020 π¬ inboundAngkor Wat received just 386,093 foreign visitors from Jan-May, down by 64% YoY. May saw 1,776 foreigners visit, with ticket revenue at just $72,037 USD, a decline of 98.8%Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50729110/angkor-marks-65-percent-drop-in-foreign-visitors-in-five-months/
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29-May-2020 π¬ inboundThe EU has pledged its support for the Cambodian tourism industrySource: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/32368
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29-May-2020 π¬ inboundThe Cambodian Association of Travel Agents thinks that tourism levels will only normalise in 3-4 years, and that tourism businesses should be using the time to improve services and products. They also would like to cooperate with government institutes to create new products and packagesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50728184/covid-19-impact-a-new-meaning-to-safe-travels/
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29-May-2020 π¬ inboundThe president of the Cambodian chapter of PATA has said that local tourists will not be sustainable for Cambodia in the long-termSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50728194/local-tourists-not-enough-to-save-sector/
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29-May-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationAirAsia are considering resuming routes from Kuala Lumpur to Cambodia (Phnom PenhSource: www.ttrweekly.com/site/2020/05/airasia-resumes-more-flights-in-asia/
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28-May-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationAround 25 international flights are arriving into Cambodia every week, with the majority from China, South Korea and the Philippines. Phnom Penh in May continued air links to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Xiamen, Nanjing, Chengdu, Seoul and Taipei. Preah Sihanouk also has international flights to Chengdu, Guangzhou and Kunming. Siem Reap did not have any international routes. As of 18 May, Phnom Penh saw a 96.7% drop in flights, 100% in Siem Reap and 98.4% in Preah Sihanouk airport. Whilst airlines welcome the tax break in June and July, they see it as too little, too lateSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50727792/most-international-flights-from-china/
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28-May-2020 π¬ inbound24 May saw 398,099 tourists visiting sites around Cambodia. 7,177 of those were foreign touristsSource: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/32315
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28-May-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationThe Ministry of Tourism has called on Australia to work on direct flights between the 2 countries β currently transit is required via Singapore, Bangok or Hong Kong. The Ministry also hope that travellers will visit Cambodia in return for allowing the cruise ship MS Westerdam to dock in SihanoukvilleSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50727795/australia-urged-to-get-direct-flight-links-off-the-ground/
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28-May-2020 π¬ inboundThe Cambodia Hotel Association (CHA) has said that the hotel industry is struggling to get financial assistance. It says its members need electricity tariff cuts both during and after COVID-19, and that the SME Co-Financing Scheme of $100 million is not applicable to hotelsSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50727794/hospitality-industry-shows-signs-of-despair/
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28-May-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationAirlines in Cambodia have taken a 95% hit on revenue, with 2,000 workers from the airline industry forced to take no pay leaveSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/special-reports/aviation-industry-hovers-global-airlines-recoil-covid-19?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=8ff70be2af78d3a68f7f54254d6e4f8e1d49a04f-1590908205-0-AQYKpbefckXJHVrs8yD4W14qjzur_UfaTxJ_f1sh9jXPfEl9cX14-phikFRAjHgUOd7_K4hvQ7jg0HY6QQks_1wAbYb2LP5c3Pa8XBQRqDhoGwGmCJsE9CTKhoAbV3xW1HhRUTOZyTxpv3Rp-O3kb2IRyTHJwb_8RYSPkXf9AKIy5fe4fU74L9gtFWnK1jkcXtlSxOGpsW4Y0lwqsS37ANNEJd_mCf7cKvvgRgZ7GpsIWKO3XuROWh56Kf911WMia30BNjnf2IrPWW5UeNELXsV0gCV_J26DROjdBqvSCs2DQQ36dNfMH8MuWKdgGeKuIegrGTS3v-GUH3vdJN1oVQ8Bqvk01Q9B6cg-uKLUPGli6tDiVHKy2bS23oAM_Y9zZg
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26-May-2020 π¬ inboundA stricter quarantine will now be imposed for all pax flying into Cambodia after 2 COVID-19 positive cases arrived into CambodiaSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50726820/inbound-air-passengers-must-undergo-quarantine/
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26-May-2020 π¬ inboundA 4th round of economic stimulus has been rolled out, with key measures including: β’ A βCredit Guarantee Fundβ of $200 million USD to ease working capital issues β’ Social assistance programme with cash transfers to poor families β’ Withholding tax rates to be reduced β’ Additional $300 million USD to boost key sectors (no details yet)Source: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/32141
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26-May-2020 π¬ inboundThe APSARA National Authority will open its 3 museums in JuneSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50727068/apsara-authority-to-re-open-its-three-museums-in-june/
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25-May-2020 π¬ inboundThe construction of a 5* hotel with 700 rooms in Sihanoukville has been approvedSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/sville-100m-five-star-hotel-approved
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24-May-2020 π¬ inboundSihanoukville is developing a new recreational beach for domestic and international visitorsSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/sville-developing-new-beaches-try-and-attract-tourists
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23-May-2020 π¬ inboundThe ban on travellers entering Cambodia from Iran, Italy, Germany, Spain, France and the USA has been lifted. New entry requirements for all travellers include a COVID-19 negative health certificate within the last 72 hours of departure, a COVID-19 test on arrival and proof of medical insurance of a value of at least $50k USD. If one passenger on a flight tests positive, all passengers on the flight will need to be quarantined for 14 days in a government facility. Otherwise, travellers will be allowed to self-isolate at home or in a hotel for 2 weeks, and must be retested at the end of the periodSource: www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2020/05/23/cambodia-lifts-ban-on-travellers-from-us-iran-european-nations
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22-May-2020 π¬ inbound2,865 tourism businesses have either been suspended or closed. Mar β20 still saw 190,000 Cambodian and international tourists visiting resorts and tourism sites in CambodiaSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50725733/covid-19-and-cambodias-tourism-sector/
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22-May-2020 π¬ inboundMore than 250,000 tourists visited popular destinations throughout Cambodia from 4-17 May, an increase of 50% vs the previous fortnight, with eco spots particularly popularSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/50726122/tourism-reports-50-percent-increase-in-two-weeks/
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21-May-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationAsiana Airlines plans to increase the number of flights from Seoul to Phnom PenhSource: www.ttgasia.com/2020/05/21/south-korean-airlines-to-resume-international-flights-from-june/
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21-May-2020 π¬ inboundDetails have still yet to be given on how the fiscal stimulus plans will work, including for the SME fund of $500-600 million of low-interest loansSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/special-reports/making-sense-cambodias-covid-19-budget-0
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20-May-2020 π¬ inboundMuseums will be reopened in June, the government announcedSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/725090/museums-to-be-reopened-next-month/
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19-May-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationCambodia would welcome any US airline who wishes to start a route to Cambodia, either for cargo or passengersSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/kingdom-wants-direct-flights-us
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18-May-2020 π¬ inboundThe Tourism Ministry expects the industry to jump back post pandemic, but that local and international tourists will be more concerned by hygiene, so accommodation operators should upgrade their services and facilitiesSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/724269/tourism-ministry-tells-local-lodging-businesses-to-remodel-for-post-covid-19/
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18-May-2020 π¬ inboundThe government is seeking input from tourism industry players as to how they are affected and the measures needed to support them. The President of the Cambodia Association of Travel Agents said that as many as 99% of tourism businesses are closed. She estimates that 630,000 people in the tourism sector have been affectedSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/724126/cambodia-considers-how-to-cope-with-its-first-tourism-catastrophe/
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17-May-2020 π¬ inboundThe Tourism Minister is optimistic that Chinese tourists will support Cambodiaβs tourism growth post epidemic, due to the mutual trust between the 2 countries. It will continue to promote its βChina Readyβ strategySource: cambodianess.com/article/cambodia-expects-chinese-tourists-to-drive-its-tourism-growth-after-covid-19-outbreak
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15-May-2020 π¬ inboundThe Tourism Ministry has said that the number of tourist arrivals at Siem Reap Intl Airport in April βhas plummeted even moreβSource: www.voacambodia.com/a/siem-reap-tourism-reliant-residents-are-struggling-financially/5421521.html
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13-May-2020 π¬ inboundSchools may open only in NovemberSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/school-reopening-be-postponed-until-november
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12-May-2020 π¬ inboundThe Ministry of Tourism urged all accommodation providers to improve their service quality and focus on hygiene. As of 17 Apr, the department said that 46,369 tourism workers have been affected, not including the informal workers. 282 hotels have also been affected and 405 guesthouses closed. 100 tour guides have also suspended their licensesSource: cambodianess.com/article/tourism-ministry-seeks-to-improve-hygiene-as-sector-reels-from-covid-19-pandemic
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12-May-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationThe construction of the new airport in Siem Reap is continuing as planned, in spite of COVID-19, and is set to complete in 2023, with a long-term aim of being able to handle 20 million pax annuallySource: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/31368
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11-May-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationCambodia Angkor Air believe that air travel will take at least 12-15 months to recover, but that it will continue to operate flights as it is the national flag carrierSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/721798/regular-air-travel-not-lifting-off/
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05-May-2020 π¬ inboundNew guidelines will be issued by the Ministry of Tourism for health standards in tourism-related businesses. These guidelines have been praised by the Cambodia Association of Travel Agents, saying that they will help domestic tourismSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/719908/tourism-to-be-reactivated-with-new-guidelines-for-kingdom/
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05-May-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationCambodia Angkor Air, China Air and Eva Air all reopened flights to Phnom Penh at the start of this month. Other airlines, such as Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways and Emirates are planning to reinstate routes in Jun and JulSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/719906/aviators-gradually-resume-flights-in-and-out-of-nation/
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04-May-2020 π¬ inboundChinese tourists will be a major market for Cambodia that will lead international arrivals according to the Ministry of Tourism. They predict that within 4-5 months, the number of foreign visitors will increase x2 or even x3Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/719658/ministry-cambodia-tourism-sector-expects-more-chinese/
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04-May-2020 π¬ inboundForeign arrivals to Cambodia in Q1 dropped by 38% YoY, with just 1.15 million arrivalsSource: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/30964
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04-May-2020 π outboundOutbound Cambodian tourists decreased 32% YoY to 308,350Source: www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/30964
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02-May-2020 π¬ inboundAngkor Wat has seen a drop of 99.5% in April, with just 654 entrance passes boughtSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/719413/asean-to-delay-any-visa-exemption-schemes-as-cambodias-angkor-wat-reels-with-99-5-percent-drop/
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30-Apr-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationCambodia Airports revealed that the number of pax flying in/ out of the country has dropped by 96% daily, with just 6 or 7 mainly domestic flights. From 1-27 Apr, the daily average was just 524 pax, vs. 31,410 YoYSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/718709/local-airports-slump-as-extreme-restrictions-continue/
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30-Apr-2020 π¬ inboundThe State of Emergency legislation, which is designed to help counter COVID-19 amongst other issues, was signed into law on 29 AprSource: www.voacambodia.com/a/cambodia-s-controversial-state-of-emergency-draft-signed-into-law/5398771.html
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29-Apr-2020 π¬ inboundIn the 2nd week of March, >190,000 Cambodian and expat travellers continued to visit resorts and tourist attractions in CambodiaSource: www.phnompenhpost.com/national/panic-asean-tourism
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24-Apr-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationIATAβs revised estimates show that passenger demand could fall by 45% in 2020, with a loss of $0.87 billion USD in revenue and 770,000 jobsSource: www.iata.org/en/pressroom/pr/2020-04-24-01/
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16-Apr-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationInternational traffic in/ out of Cambodia has dropped by over 90%, with limited flights from Korea, Japan and China remainingSource: cambodianess.com/article/international-traffic-in-and-out-of-cambodia-drops-by-more-than-90-percent
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09-Apr-2020 π¬ inboundKhmer New Year holidays cancelled. Interprovincial travel has been banned until 16 Apr, covering the entire Khmer New Year periodSource: www.voacambodia.com/a/govt-bans-travel-between-provinces-for-one-week-cites-factory-workers-plans-to-travel-for-holidays/5365932.html
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09-Apr-2020 π¬ inboundThe President of the Cambodia Association of Travel Agents has stated that she expects it to take at least 6 months for people to start taking holidays, and the long-haul market could be even longer. 30,000 in the tourism sector are now unemployed; 10,000 of whom worked at tour operators, 10,000 at hotels, 6,000 were tour guides and others worked in restaurantsSource: en.vietnamplus.vn/cambodias-tourism-to-take-longer-to-recover-from-pandemic/171469.vnp
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08-Apr-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationCambodia Airways is still committed to expanding post COVID-19Source: www.phnompenhpost.com/business/cambodia-airways-vows-expand-despite-upheaval-global-industry
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06-Apr-2020 π¬ inbound10 major business events that were to take place in Cambodia from Mar to Aug this year have been postponed or cancelledSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/709860/pandemic-intl-business-events-in-disarray/
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02-Apr-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia could lose between $345 - $856 million USD in tourism revenue according to the Asian Development BankSource: asia.nikkei.com/Business/Finance/Coronavirus-pandemic-deepens-Cambodia-s-microfinance-crisis
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29-Mar-2020 π¬ inboundCambodia will no longer issue tourist and entry visas for one month starting on 30 Mar. Travellers with valid visas only allowed to enter with proof of negative testSource: asia.nikkei.com/Business/Travel-Leisure/Cambodia-halts-tourist-visas-for-1-month-in-tighter-clampdown
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19-Mar-2020 π¨ββοΈ aviationCambodia Airways has reduced 40% of flights across AsiaSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/703133/aviation-sector-calls-for-government-aid/
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19-Mar-2020 π¬ inboundThe number of tourists to Cambodia in Jan & Feb declined by 30% vs. last yearSource: www.khmertimeskh.com/703133/aviation-sector-calls-for-government-aid/
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18-Mar-2020 π¬ inboundProjected 250,000 workers could lose their jobs in a worst-case scenario of the Asian Development BankSource: cambojanews.com/fears-of-loss-of-livelihoods-grow-as-coronavirus-lockdown-tightens/
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25-Feb-2020 π¬ inboundHotels and guesthouses in Siem Reap province to get a 4-month tax exemption, and Angkor Watβs admission prices are to be reducedSource: asia.nikkei.com/Economy/Cambodia-announces-tax-cuts-to-counter-virus-and-EU-tariffs
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03-Jan-2020 π¬ inboundThe 7th River Festival in Battambang has been postponed until 2022Source: www.khmertimeskh.com/50799923/7th-river-festival-is-postponed-until-2022/
Policy Summary
Lockdown Status
Public schools to reopen on 11 Jan. Museums, cinemas have reopened.
Travel Restrictions
All visa exemptions, visas on arrival and e-visas are suspended. Travellers must have valid medical certificates issued 72hrs prior to travel, proof of medical insurance worth up to $50k USD, be tested for COVID-19 upon arrival and undertake a 14-day quarantine with a re-test on the 14th day. They must deposit $2,000 USD on arrival (IATA).
Containment Policies Timeline
- 0 - no restrictions
- 1 - screening arrivals
- 2 - quarantine arrivals from some or all regions
- 3 - ban arrivals from some regions
- 4 - ban on all regions or total border closure
- 0 - no restrictions
- 1 - recommend not to travel between regions/cities
- 2 - internal movement restrictions in place
- 0 - no measures
- 1 - recommend not leaving house
- 2 - require not leaving house with exceptions for daily exercise, grocery shopping, and 'essential' trips
- 3 - require not leaving house with minimal exceptions (eg allowed to leave once a week, or only one person can leave at a time, etc)
- 0 - no measures
- 1 - recommend closing
- 2 - require closing (only some levels or categories, eg just high school, or just public schools)
- 3 - require closing all levels
Economy Summary
Fiscal support for the tourism industry
Minimum 3-month 10% tax exemption for aviation sector (until May), plus debt repayment plan can be paid in installments following suspension of operations. Exemption of minimum tax payment until July
For employees: 20% of salary to be sponsored by the government, but must attend a 1 - 2 weeks short skills course organised by the Ministry of Tourism
Registered hotels, guesthouses, restaurants and tour agencies in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Preah Sihanouk, Kep, Kampot, Bavet and Poipet to be exempted from all taxes in June & July
Tourism businesses also permitted to not pay into the National Social Security Fund during business suspension
Tourism businesses exempted from renewal fees for tourism licenses in 2021
GDP Growth Rate
Inflation Rate
Tourism Arrivals Summary
International Tourism Arrivals
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