Sihanoukville

Public affairs, community news and developments in Preah Sihanouk.

Preah Sihanouk Waterway Traffic Police Inspect Commercial Vessels for Island Visitor Safety

Preah Sihanouk waterway traffic police checked commercial vessels’ technical condition and emergency rescue equipment on the morning of May 16, 2026, and reminded owners and drivers to prioritize passenger safety.

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Four arrested in Sihanoukville kidnapping case involving alleged impersonation of Chinese police

Contemporaneous reports said a 31-year-old Chinese man was abused in a May 7–9 kidnapping and suspects allegedly posed as Chinese police and extorted US$50,000. Four suspects were arrested; the case remained subject to legal proceedings.

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Preah Sihanouk police screen heavy-vehicle drivers for alcohol and drugs

The report said traffic and anti-drug police screened heavy-vehicle drivers on May 15 at kilometre markers 220–221 on National Road 4 in Sangkat 1, Sihanoukville. No testing totals or results were reported.

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Preah Sihanouk Establishes Marine Aquaculture Skills Centre to Support Coastal Incomes

Preah Sihanouk’s agriculture department has established a pilot marine aquaculture extension centre. Governor Mang Sineth inspected its progress on May 14, 2026; its goals include sharing techniques, improving farming efficiency and increasing coastal community incomes.

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Preah Sihanouk studies proposed Walk Street; construction dates unconfirmed

The report described a proposed pedestrian route 1,225 metres long and 3 metres wide, with food, coffee and souvenir areas. Construction dates had not been confirmed when the report was published on May 13, 2026.

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Preah Sihanouk reportedly plans further checks at 68 sealed casino and non-casino premises

A report on the May 12 meeting says the province planned checks at 68 previously sealed premises from May 12 to 20. The source lists 94 casinos as having applied for licences, with 38 of those casinos reported as having their licences revoked or suspended.

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Preah Sihanouk traffic police hold road safety session at school

The report says the May 9 session covered the seven features of the Safe Village-Commune policy, traffic rules and drug awareness, with the aim of improving students’ safety awareness.

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Preah Sihanouk police say around 400 foreigners being processed for immigration transfer

Police reported a May 9 afternoon operation at JIN YU MEN TANG, with hundreds detained and around 400 being processed for transfer while others remained under investigation.

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Kampong Som municipal police assist traffic and student safety around schools

The report says municipal and local administrative police managed traffic around schools on the morning of May 9 to reduce accident risks and keep pupils’ arrivals and departures orderly.

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Office for veterans and retirees inaugurated in Preah Sihanouk

The original report says Say Sam Al attended the inauguration on May 8, 2026, and discussed a proposed assistance fund and plans for 30 homes for veterans and retirees.

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