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Organiser says Angkor Kun Khmer drew more than 100,000 spectators
Two Cambodian fighters won world titles, with each securing contracts for three further Fight Clubbing contests.
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Cambodia and Japan pledge to address investment barriers
Two-way trade reached nearly US$2.24 billion in the first nine months of 2026, a rise of 19.5 per cent from a year earlier.
Thailand and Myanmar discuss closer energy ties and joint ventures
Talks included possible new memoranda of understanding and projects in Dawei involving Russia, according to The Irrawaddy.
Southeast Asia’s digital economy projected to reach US$368 billion in 2026
Google, Temasek and Bain & Company report that generative AI has reached 243 million people across the region, or 58% of its working population.
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Cambodian financial associations pledge lending and debt collection improvements
The banking and microfinance groups say planned support includes individual loan restructuring and wider access to complaint resolution.
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Timor-Leste reviews trade policy proposals to support women
The European Union supported a workshop examining barriers facing women entrepreneurs, drawing on consultations with 18 Timorese institutions.
Laos plans faster feasibility study for proposed Vietnam oil pipeline
An infrastructure agreement was signed on October 8, but technical assessments and investment arrangements are still needed before construction can start.
Advocacy groups seek EU sanctions across Myanmar’s oil and gas sector
The groups cite a Cyprus-registered company’s involvement at the Zawtika gas field and want European firms excluded from projects in Myanmar.
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Timor-Leste and China discuss exports and economic cooperation
Timor-Leste proposed cooperation in five priority areas, while China outlined ways to expand access for Timorese products to its market.
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Cambodia circus festival plans two-city arts route for visitors
The 13th Tini Tinou festival will feature more than 100 artists and performers, with organisers seeking longer tourist stays beyond Angkor.
