NEWS: Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet stated that while Cambodia currently has good roads, the issue lies in the complicated procedures at the border gates.

These complexities negatively impact operations by causing delays, disrupting transportation, and leading to increased prices. He noted that in the past, significant adjustments had been made concerning customs procedures at ports.

The premier spoke on Thursday (Jan. 23) during the closing ceremony of the annual meeting of the Ministry of Public Works and Transport.

Samdech Thipadei acknowledged that some procedures have been in place for too long and suggested that, in order to eliminate these complications efficiently, changes should be implemented gradually rather than all at once.

Prime Minister Hun Manet underlined the importance of the transportation system, stating that it not only serves domestic needs but is also a crucial factor in competitiveness. He pointed out that transportation costs significantly affect the competitiveness of Cambodian products in international markets.

Samdech Thipadei continued that while considering our logistics system, it is essential to take the infrastructure into account. He added that relevant ministries and institutions play a vital role in streamlining procedures at border crossings. He noted that although the roads, infrastructure, and locations may be adequate, complicated procedures at border crossings can waste time and create challenges for pricing.

On the occasion, the premier stated that the government has undertaken numerous reforms in collaboration with relevant ministries and institutions, particularly the Ministry of Economy and Finance, to adjust various customs procedures at border crossings and ports.

Samdech Thipadei underscored, “In this context, there is a commitment to refine these procedures further. Some practices have persisted for many years. To expedite the process, I propose that we avoid unnecessary complications in certain areas. This approach should involve gradual implementation rather than an instant nationwide overhaul; at times, it is more effective to rollout changes in stages.”
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本网报道：根据柬埔寨水源气象部发布的最新天气预报，即日起至本月底，柬埔寨部分地区将出现大雾。这种天气状况可能对民众的出行和交通带来影响。

气象部指出，平原、高原、山区以及沿海地区将开始经历大雾天气。为此，相关部门已收到通知，须密切关注这一现象。同时，该部门提醒公众在大雾期间出行时要格外小心。

据预测，大雾通常会在凌晨2时至上午7时出现。随着阳光的出现，大雾将逐渐消散。气象部建议公众在此期间留意天气变化，以确保安全出行。

本网报道：23日上午，金边一名公爵富豪在家门口发放新年红包，大批民众聚集哄抢引发意外，导致3人死亡6人受伤。

事发后，金边市长坤盛、隆边区区长宋炳沃赶到现场，并将受害者送往医院接受治疗。

本网报道：根据英国领先的水疗预订专家SpaSeekers.com的数据，柬埔寨奥特雷斯海滩（Otres Beach）在2024年亚洲25个最令人放松的海滩中排名第三。

数据显示，奥特雷斯海滩的放松评价率为13.4%，仅次于阿拉伯联合酋长国（UAE）的亚斯海滩（Yas Beach）14.9%和菲律宾的沙特海滩（Saud Beach）14.5%。

消息人士指出：“柬埔寨的奥特雷斯海滩是该地区最令人放松的目的地之一。其浅水区以宁静和安宁著称，加上便宜且干净的设施，使游客能够在海滩上尽情游玩和享受。”

此外，另一个柬埔寨海滩——Serendipity海滩——在亚洲最令人放松的海滩中也表现不俗，排名第八。在全球范围内，奥特雷斯海滩位列第七，而Serendipity海滩则排名第19。

SpaSeekers.com表示，这些全球最令人放松的海滩是根据评论中“放松”（Relax 和 Relaxing）一词出现的频率进行评选的。前十大最令人放松的海滩分布在美洲、亚洲、欧洲和大洋洲，其中亚洲国家包括柬埔寨、越南、菲律宾和阿联酋等地的海滩均榜上有名。

NEWS: China hopes that Thailand and Myanmar will crack down on cross-border telecom fraud with strong measures and never allow criminals to go unpunished, a Chinese foreign ministry official has said.

Liu Jinsong, director general of the Department of Asian Affairs of the Chinese foreign ministry, made the remarks on Wednesday when meeting separately with Thai Ambassador to China Chatchai Viriyavejakul, and Ambassador of Myanmar to China Tin Maung Swe. Liu expressed concerns and discussed cooperation in cracking down on cross-border telecom fraud during their meetings.

A series of vicious cases of telecom fraud have recently occurred in the border region between Thailand and Myanmar, threatening and harming the vital interests of citizens of China and other countries, Liu said.

It is hoped that both Thailand and Myanmar will pay great importance to the matter, take vigorous measures to combat these offenses, safeguard the safety of people’s lives and property, and never allow the criminals to go unpunished, Liu said.

China is willing to strengthen bilateral and multilateral law enforcement cooperation with ASEAN countries to create a safe environment for the exchanges among people and maintain good order in interactions and cooperation among neighboring countries, including normal tourism and cultural activities, Liu added.

The ambassadors of Thailand and Myanmar to China noted that they attach great importance to China’s concerns and are deeply saddened by these vicious cases. They acknowledged the serious threat posed by telecom fraud and voiced their respective governments’ commitment to resolutely combating such crimes through comprehensive measures and international cooperation.

The ambassadors pledged to make every effort to rescue those trapped, impose severe penalties on criminal gangs in accordance with the law, strengthen border control and supervision of key areas, and establish long-term mechanisms to eradicate the breeding grounds for cross-border crimes.