Keating to play historic Cambodia gig

Irish pop star Ronan Keating will make history when he performs in Cambodia next month - the concert will be the nation's first ever by a major international act.

The former Boyzone singer will play to tens of thousands of fans in Phnom Penh's Olympic Stadium, as part of a three-date Asian tour, which Cambodian officials hope will boost tourism in the country.

Kevin Kouch, senior producer at the Cambodian Television Network, which is sponsoring the event, said; "It's our first time (hosting a headline act). It will be a big success."

Cambodian culture official Mom Suth added: "We hope the group will spread information regarding our culture and tourist potential to the rest of the world."