Cambodian politics and corruption amid COVID-19
KT interviews executive director of Transparency Int’l Cambodia about corruption.
Tag: transparency
Focus on public duties, not party work: Sar Kheng
Kheng said he is now working on the problem to ensure effectiveness.
Parliament adopts 20 laws, transparency questioned
The National Assembly says it passed 20 laws from October to January.
Public forum idea for border work transparency shot down
Touch: Gov’t had already explained enough about the border with Vietnam.
Transparency key to attract US investments: Ambassador
Transparency in development projects is needed to attract more US investments.
Hit by scandal, boxing trials new judging system for Tokyo Olympics
Olympic boxing officials said they were confident that a new judging system could improve transparency in the scandal-hit sport as it went on trial on Thursday ahead of next year’s Tokyo Games.
Building a better Belt and Road
The Belt and Road Initiative has the potential to transform trade in the world, provided it adds transparency and governance, and becomes a global initiative with full respect to countries’ sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Promoting agile technology governance
Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies can be harnessed by governments to govern better, become more accessible, and increase transparency and trust – not to mention better track public assets.
I always acted with integrity and transparency, claims Jayasuriya
Former Sri Lanka captain Sanath Jayasuriya says he has always acted with integrity.
A need to mind the gaps in Cambodia and China ties
China’s economic power and influence can be a source for sustainable development in Cambodia, but for this to happen requires strong leadership from both countries.
Education Ministry warns against exam leaks
Education Ministry pleads to cease sharing national exam questions and answers online.
National exam process declared transparent
Anti-Corruption Unit declares that the national exam was conducted with integrity.
ITF defend Davis Cup revamp
The International Tennis Federation has hit back at accusations that there has been a lack of transparency.
EU warns Airbnb to obey rules or risk fines
The EU warns holiday rental site Airbnb to bring consumer terms in line.
Cambodia’s economic outlook
The Transparency Corruption Index in 2017 ranked Cambodia number 161 out of 175 countries.
Regional leadership needed to save trade regime
The principles of openness, non-discrimination, transparency and open regionalism – which have helped generate prosperity in the region, especially for developing economies in Asia – are being severely challenged.
Government to regulate service charges
To increase transparency in the tourism industry, the government has issued a directive regulating the use of service fees.
New sub-decree aims to manage non-tax revenue collection
The government releases sub-decree to enhance efficiency in non-tax revenue.
IMF-backed stats portal launches
Cambodia officially launches the National Summary Data Page, a portal that publishes essential macroeconomic data.
New report reveals lack of budgetary info
The public’s understanding of the national budget is at an all-time low, report says.
Real estate sector tackles financial crimes
An agreement of combatting terrorism financing and money laundering.
31 districts selected for one-window services
31 districts are selected to have new one-window service offices this year.
Modernising tax collection: Q&A with H.E. Kong Vibol
A discussion with the director-general of the General Department of Taxation.
Information law edges closer
The draft law on access to information will help eliminate disputes between the government and journalists.
NEC commits to fair elections
The National Election Committee has reaffirmed its commitment to making sure July’s general election is free and fair.
Tax payment goes online
The General Department of Taxation launches its electronic payment system and announced plans for an electronic filing platform.
Sex abuse cases stalk aid sector with dozens fired
Aid groups say even with strict policies to tackle sexual harassment in the workplace, most admit it remains an under-reported issue.
CYP to file complaint against Kem Ley funeral committee
The Cambodia Youth Party president will file a complaint, seeking transparency.
Japan urges transparent Brexit
Japan wants Britain’s exit from the European Union to be predictable and transparent so companies can continue smooth operation.
Interior Ministry issues one-window service regulations
The Ministry of Interior issues regulations to stop corruption at one-window services.
