1 mission of Romania in Cambodia: Consulate of Romania in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Sok Piseth, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Romania, 7 Dec 2024)
Romania has emerged as an appealing destination in global tourism, offering a rich mix of cultural experiences, historical sites, and stunning natural landscapes. With around 6.8 million foreign tourists annually, it ranks highly in regional tourism, featuring medieval towns, gothic castles, and the picturesque Carpathian Mountains. Given that approximately 300,000 Cambodians travel abroad each year, a portion of them may find Romania an attractive option to explore.
Romania is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Cambodia. It ranks 19th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, Romania is ranked 36th out of 160 countries, making it safer than Cambodia, which ranks 68th. In terms of murder rates, Romania has a lower rate at 1.3 per 100,000 people compared to Cambodia's 1.8. Additionally, Romania has lower rates of female murders (0.8) compared to the lack of available data for Cambodia. When looking at organized crime, Romania has higher indices in some categories but remains relatively safe compared to Cambodia. For example, Romania scores 4.0 for mafia groups and 5.0 for crime networks, while Cambodia scores 2.5 and 4.0, respectively. However, in terms of state crime and human trafficking, Romania scores better than Cambodia. Overall, while both countries have their challenges, Romania offers a safer environment for tourists compared to Cambodia.