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The Phnom Penh Post offers the finest in news and analysis serving as Cambodia's premier daily English-language newspaper. The newspaper is devoted to the development and dissemination of news throughout the Kingdom.

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📈 Analytical overview of Telegram channel The Phnom Penh Post

Channel The Phnom Penh Post (@thephnompenhpost) in the English language segment is an active participant. Currently, the community unites 11 942 subscribers, ranking 16 444 in the News & Media category and 480 in the Cambodia region.

📊 Audience metrics and dynamics

Since its creation on невідомо, the project has demonstrated rapid growth, gathering an audience of 11 942 subscribers.

According to the latest data from 30 June, 2026, the channel demonstrates stable activity. Although there has been a change in the number of participants by 6 over the last 30 days and by 4 over the last 24 hours, overall reach remains high.

Verification status: Verified (Officially confirmed by Telegram)
Engagement rate (ER): The average audience engagement rate is 7.87%. Within the first 24 hours after publication, content typically collects 6.70% reactions from the total number of subscribers.
Post reach: On average, each post receives 940 views. Within the first day, a publication typically gains 800 views.
Reactions and interaction: The audience actively supports content: the average number of reactions per post is 1.
Thematic interests: Content is focused on key topics such as cambodia, khmer, border, kingdom, thailand.

📝 Description and content policy

The author describes the resource as a platform for expressing subjective opinions:
“The Phnom Penh Post offers the finest in news and analysis serving as Cambodia's premier daily English-language newspaper. The newspaper is devoted to the development and dissemination of news throughout the Kingdom.”

Thanks to the high frequency of updates (latest data received on 01 July, 2026), the channel maintains relevance and a high level of publication reach. Analytics show that the audience actively interacts with content, making it an important point of influence in the News & Media category.

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11 941

DC-Cam recount the tragic history of the Me Teuk Bridge and its destruction by Thai bombs Pursat province’s Me Teuk Bridge, also known as Victory Bridge, was destroyed on December 13, 2025, when it was struck by seven 230-kilogramme bombs dropped by Thai fighter jets, during the second round of last year’s border clashes. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/national/dc-cam-recount-the-tragic-history-of-the-me-teuk-bridge-and-its-destruction-by-thai-bombs/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

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Jan-June Angkor ticket sales plummet by almost a third in first half of year Negative impacts stemming from global political and economic uncertainties, along with border tensions triggered by Thailand, are predominantly responsible for preventing any meaningful recovery in the flow of international tourists to Cambodia since late 2025. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/business/jan-june-angkor-ticket-sales-plummet-by-almost-a-third-in-first-half-of-year/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

Cambodia signs first-ever air transport agreement with US The Cambodian and US governments have signed their first-ever bilateral “Open Skies” air transport agreement, a landmark deal expected to bring significant benefits to the aviation sectors of both countries, particularly by helping Cambodia’s civil aviation industry to meet international standards. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/business/cambodia-signs-first-ever-air-transport-agreement-with-us/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

PM orders stronger enforcement of fisheries crimes calls for instigators to be prosecuted Prime Minister Hun Manet has instructed the armed forces and all government institutions to work together to suppress illegal fishing, including identifying and prosecuting the organisers behind such activities, in order to ensure stocks continue to recover, for the benefit of fishing communities and the nation. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/national/pm-orders-stronger-enforcement-of-fisheries-crimes-calls-for-instigators-to-be-prosecuted/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

Cambodia confirms readiness to host historic Francophonie Summit Paris meeting sets stage for November Cambodia has reaffirmed its readiness to host the 20th Francophonie Summit in November, using an extraordinary ministerial conference in Paris to assure member states that preparations are on track for what the government describes as a historic diplomatic milestone. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/national/cambodia-confirms-readiness-to-host-historic-francophonie-summit-paris-meeting-sets-stage-for-november/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

Treaties Cannot Be Suspended by Military Control: Why Thailand’s Position on Prasat Khnar Contradicts International Law [Op-Ed] Thailand’s latest statement rejecting Cambodia’s position on Prasat Khnar presents itself as a defence of international law. It urges reliance on bilateral mechanisms, dismisses Cambodia’s position as a “unilateral claim” and argues that maps alone cannot determine sovereignty. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/opinion/treaties-cannot-be-suspended-by-military-control-why-thailands-position-on-prasat-khnar-contradicts-international-law/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

End of the ring pull era: Drink prize promotions gone by end of September Often celebrated by just-one-more beer drinkers, but widely despised by most health professionals, the Kingdom’s free beer ring pulls, along with all other drink promotions, will be discontinued by the end of September. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/national/end-of-the-ring-pull-era-drink-prize-promotions-gone-by-end-of-september/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

EuroCham: Formalising informal economy key to Cambodia’s tax reform Cambodia should focus on creating conditions for formal businesses to expand rather than expecting informal enterprises to join the tax system overnight, business leaders and tax officials said on June 25, identifying economic formalisation as a crucial step towards broadening the country’s tax base, strengthening investor confidence and sustaining long-term economic growth. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/business/eurocham-formalising-informal-economy-key-to-cambodias-tax-reform/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

AI systems, drones eyed to enhance Malaysia’s border security Malaysia's Home Ministry said they were evaluating predictive AI technology, while agreeing to the gradual expansion of using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in Malaysia's northern waters. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/international/ai-systems-drones-eyed-to-enhance-malaysias-border-security/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

Ministry: Trees the most effective shield against impact of El Niño With the El Niño climate phenomenon forecast to return in the near future, the Ministry of Environment has called for stronger forest protection and expanded tree planting initiatives. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/national/ministry-trees-the-most-effective-shield-against-impact-of-el-nino/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

King shares support for adoption of conscription law, UNCLOS ratification His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni has expressed his satisfaction with the recent adoption of the Law on Compulsory Military Service and the ratification of the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), describing them as a strong foundation for national defence. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/national/king-shares-support-for-adoption-of-conscription-law-unclos-ratification/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

Internal migrants can now obtain national ID cards anywhere in Cambodia Cambodian citizens living away from their registered permanent residences, whether for work, business or study, can now apply for or renew national identity cards anywhere in the Kingdom, without the need to return their hometowns. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/national/internal-migrants-can-now-obtain-national-id-cards-anywhere-in-cambodia/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

Weak transparency threatens Indonesia’s economic ambitions: Watchdogs Indonesia Corruption Watch (ICW) researcher said President Prabowo Subianto’s administration had become “increasingly opaque” with government processes appearing “designed to avoid transparency”. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/international/weak-transparency-threatens-indonesias-economic-ambitions-watchdogs/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

Cambodia marks three-decade shift from fossil fuels to 63% clean energy Cambodia’s power sector has transitioned from near-total dependence on fossil fuels more than three decades ago to a system where more than 63 per cent of electricity is now generated from clean energy sources, according to Minister of Mines and Energy Keo Rottanak. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/national/cambodia-marks-three-decade-shift-from-fossil-fuels-to-63-clean-energy/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

Rapid response relieves flood-struck Preah Vihear ‘waiting village’ In a further test of the resilience of civilians displaced by the border fighting in Preah Vihear province, heavy rainfall caused severe flooding at a temporary shelter in Kulen district. Authorities responded immediately, with heavy machinery opening new drainage channels and relieving the sodden civilians within hours. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/national/rapid-response-relieves-flood-struck-preah-vihear-waiting-village/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

Phnom Penh Water Festival suspended; government focus on border crisis, displaced civilians Prioritising the ongoing border situation with Thailand and the need to address the hardships of displaced civilians has forced the Royal Government of Cambodia to suspend this year’s Water Festival celebrations in Phnom Penh. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/national/phnom-penh-water-festival-suspended-government-focus-on-border-crisis-displaced-civilians/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

CPP uses Asian political party forum to urge ethical AI governance Cambodia’s ruling party has called for stronger ethical governance of artificial intelligence (AI), greater investment in human capital and closer regional cooperation, as Asian political parties grapple with the opportunities and risks posed by rapidly advancing AI technologies. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/national/cpp-uses-asian-political-party-forum-to-urge-ethical-ai-governance/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

With more than 3.5 members, NSSF projects long-term sustainability of social security system The National Social Security Fund (NSSF), under the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training, together with their partners, is conducting a population projection for Cambodia covering the period 2024–2100. The goal is to obtain reliable demographic data to support the design of social security benefit packages and improve financial risk management, ensuring the long-term sustainability of Cambodia’s social security system. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/national/with-more-than-3-5-members-nssf-projects-long-term-sustainability-of-social-security-system/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

Angkor fur baby: endangered pileated gibbons welcome newborn A bright-eyed pileated gibbon, an endangered species, has been born in Siem Reap province’s Angkor Forest, bringing the total population to 15 individuals. The pileated gibbons, along with nearly 100 other native animals that were previously released into the archaeological park, play an important role in dispersing tree seeds, helping restore a rich, green natural ecosystem. Their presence is also attracting more tourists to the rich, natural environment of the Angkor area. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/national/angkor-fur-baby-endangered-pileated-gibbons-welcome-newborn/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/

11 941

Government invites private sector input on new customs regulations The General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia (GDCE) has invited private sector representatives to offer their recommendations on new draft amendments to the Customs Law, with the aim of improving the legislation to better reflect the current trade environment and ensure its effective implementation. Read more: https://phnompenhpost.com/business/government-invites-private-sector-input-on-new-customs-regulations/ Follow us: https://thephnompenhpost.github.io/PhnomPenhPostMedia/