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Cambodia’s election body says that they are working to ensure citizens can register and exercise their right to vote, including displaced people who are unable to return home due to the border dispute. However, longstanding calls by civil society and opposition figures to allow Cambodians ...

On 26 September 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a statement by His Excellency PRAK Sokhonn, Deputy Prime Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Kingdom of Cambodia, at the general debate of the 81st session of the United ...

On 26 September 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a press release on the outcomes of the participation of H.E. Mr. PRAK Sokhonn, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, in the General Debate of the UNGA 81 ...

An 11-point declaration was adopted at the two-day International Conference on Combating Online Scams (ICCOS-2026) in Phnom Penh, locking in commitments by Cambodia and over 20 governments and international agencies to enhance cooperation to combat online scams and transnational crimes. ...

Cambodia and Laos are exploring new road, bridge and railway connections to strengthen cross-border transport, reduce logistics costs and facilitate trade between the two countries, according to the Ministry of Public Works and Transport. ...

Cambodia is promoting investment in agro-processing, storage, and cold-chain logistics to expand its exports to China, which currently accepts 19 types of agricultural products under bilateral protocols. ...

The Cambodia Chamber of Commerce (CCC) is consulting the private sector to develop a smooth trade transition strategy ahead of the Kingdom’s graduation from Least Developed Country (LDC) status in 2029. ...

The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) and Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) are developing a regulatory framework for virtual asset-related activities subjecting commercial banks and other service providers to new rules as virtual asset risks increase amid an expanding market, and the asset’s ...

The Cambodia ICT Camp 2026, held on Sept. 19 and 20 in Siem Reap province, brought together government officials, civil society groups, technology professionals, journalists, researchers and young people. ...

On 24 September 2026, the Office of the Council of Ministers issued a press release on the International Conference on Combating Online Scams (ICCOS-2026), which concluded in Phnom Penh on 24 September 2026.This conference adopted the Phnom Penh Declaration, establishing 11 commitments to strengthen international ...

The General Secretariat of the National Road Safety Committee (NRSC) and South Korea’s Dongguk University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to conduct a feasibility study for establishing an artificial intelligence (AI)-based, eco-friendly traffic safety park for children in Cambodia. ...

On 23 September 2026, the Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia and National Bank of Cambodia issued a joint statement on the management of virtual assets and virtual asset service providers.The joint statement aims to provide guidance on the regulatory framework applicable to persons or ...

Online scams and fraud have become a massive transnational threat costing East Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand up to US$114 billion each year, with losses rising rapidly, a senior UN official said on Wednesday. ...

Prime Minister Hun Manet has stressed that Cambodia’s efforts to combat online scams are not a “show”, while reiterating that issues like transnational crime cannot be used as a pretext for territorial violation. ...

The Cambodian government has lodged a strong formal protest against what it described as “continued violations of Cambodia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity” by Thai forces along the border, most recently through the installation of a large Buddha statue in Oddar Meanchey province. ...

Speaking at Cambodia ICT Camp 2026 in Siem Reap, Sophat introduced a digital health check-up tool designed to help people assess their online safety through a series of simple questions and practical recommendations. The tool is intended to be accessible even to people with limited ...

Speaking at Cambodia ICT Camp 2026, Zens said governments and technology companies should put people first by protecting freedom of expression, access to information and privacy while ensuring users understand how digital services collect and use their data. ...

The UK and Cambodia have opened a new chapter in cooperation against transnational online scam networks, pledging practical action to dismantle criminal operations, protect victims and address the trafficking of people forced to commit fraud. ...

The Chinese embassy in Phnom Penh hosted a grand reception at Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra on September 21 to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. The event saw Cambodian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn ...

On 22 September 2026, Ministry of Information and Ministry of Post and Telecommunications issued a joint press release on the official launch ceremony of the websites of the 25 capital and provincial Departments of Information.These websites will use a “Unified Digital Identity” under the national ...

Cambodia has banned its citizens from seeking employment in the fishing, fishing-vessel and mining sectors abroad, citing concerns over workplace safety, health, labour rights violations and exploitation. ...

Open Development Cambodia (ODC) is excited to announce that Cambodia ICT Camp 2026 successfully concluded on 19-20 September 2026. After two days of useful, impactful discussions on open data, internet governance, cybersecurity, and AI, Cambodia ICT Camp 2026 has officially concluded.Read more about key highlights ...

Minister of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) Peng Ponea led a delegation on a two-day strategic study mission to Chinese tech firms to acquire advanced frameworks for smart transit management, vehicle weight controls, and resilient road construction. ...

The Credit Guarantee Corporation of Cambodia (CGCC) has approved guaranteed loans worth a total of $610 million across 10,623 accounts as of August 31, 2026, according to its latest progress factsheet released yesterday. ...