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Analyst: Cambodian actions aimed at protecting social order, Thai actions aimed at provocation
Since June 27, almost 1,500 suspects linked to online scam operations have been apprehended by Cambodian authorities. As the campaign continues, one prominent analyst described the crackdown as being aimed at protecting social order, even as Thailand’s actions appear to be intended to exploit and ...
China shares support for scam crackdown, pledges further cooperation
China has expressed firm support for the government’s ongoing efforts to combat online scam operations. It has pledged additional cooperation to eradicate these crimes in Cambodia, said the Ministry of Information. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/china-shares-support-for-scam-crackdown-pledges-further-cooperation
Navigating tensions: Scholars call for peaceful resolution to Cambodia-Thailand border dispute
The border dispute between Cambodia and Thailand has a long and complex history, but recent tensions were reignited by the tragic death of a Cambodian soldier on May 28. ...
ICT Festival celebrates growth of Kingdom’s digital education landscape
The ICT Festival, hosted on July 17 at the Kandal Regional Teacher Training Center (RTTC), underscored the remarkable strides made in Cambodia’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) education sector. ...
Hong Raksmey
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/ict-festival-celebrates-growth-of-kingdom-s-digital-education-landscape
Agriculture ministry, EU, Germany launch climate-resilient agriculture training programme
A new initiative aimed at building the capacity of Commune Agriculture Officers (CAOs) and farmers to enhance climate-resilient cashew and pepper production was officially launched by the EU delegation to Cambodia, the German embassy and the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, on July 17. ...
Hong Raksmey
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/agriculture-ministry-eu-germany-launch-climate-resilient-agriculture-training-programme
Advanced technology sees rangers detect almost 800 hectares of encroached forests
Nearly 800 hectares of forest land that had been encroached upon and planted with various crops in protected areas of Siem Reap province were identified in 2024 and 2025, thanks to the use of modern technology and information systems. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/advanced-technology-sees-rangers-detect-almost-800-hectares-of-encroached-forests
PPAP sees Jan-Jun revenue climb one-fifth
The Phnom Penh Autonomous Port (PPAP) earned over $22 million in revenue during the first half of 2025, representing an increase of more than 20% over the same period in last year. This growth came alongside a nearly 30% increase in container traffic, according to ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/ppap-sees-jan-jun-revenue-climb-one-fifth
Officials ordered to dismantle scams, but past failures shadow effort
The Cambodian government has ordered a nationwide crackdown on online scams, citing rising threats from foreign criminal networks, as international pressure mounts over alleged state complicity and Thailand ramps up its own response amid a tense border dispute. ...
Seoung Nimol and Khuon Narim
https://cambojanews.com/officials-ordered-to-dismantle-scams-but-past-failures-shadow-effort/
Boeung Tamok villagers sentenced to one month jail for protesting land deal
Former nine Boeung Tamok villagers have been sentenced to one month jail for protesting against a land acquisition, despite agreeing to accept the government’s land exchange policy. The verdict caused confusion and sadness among the community. ...
Sovann Sreypich
https://cambojanews.com/boeung-tamok-villagers-sentenced-to-one-month-jail-for-protesting-land-deal/
July 16 online scam crackdowns see almost 750 foreigners detained
Just a day after Prime Minister Hun Manet ordered a renewed crackdown on online scam operations, the authorities have arrested nearly 750 suspects across three provinces and the capital. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/july-16-online-scam-crackdowns-see-almost-750-foreigners-detained
Vietnamese online scammers busted in Sihanoukville
The Preah Sihanouk Provincial Police Commissioner have reiterated their firm commitment to suppressing all crimes and maintaining security for tourists in the coastal province, particularly regarding online fraud. Last week, authorities detained over 40 Vietnamese nationals for cybercrime. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/vietnamese-online-scammers-busted-in-sihanoukville
Interior ministry official: Thai attempts to involve Interpol over leaked call reflects fear of ICJ
In response to a Thai move to take legal action against Cambodian Senate president Hun Sen over a leaked audio message, Touch Sokhak, spokesperson for the Ministry of Interior, has shared his belief that Thailand’s threats to involve Interpol were politically motivated, not criminal. ...
Manet orders renewed focus on online scam crackdown
The Cambodian government has issued yet another executive order for authorities to crack down on online scam operations, with the goal of making existing mechanisms more effective. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/manet-orders-renewed-focus-on-online-scam-crackdown
Customs clarify: Non-prohibited imports allowed via open checkpoints
The General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia has reiterated that businesses may continue to import non-prohibited goods into Cambodia as usual, provided they comply with the formalities and procedures outlined in existing regulations. ...
Hong Raksmey
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/customs-clarify-non-prohibited-imports-allowed-via-open-checkpoints
Lawmakers clear path to strip citizenship
Lawmakers unanimously approved a constitutional change Friday paving the way for Cambodians accused of foreign collusion to be stripped of their citizenship, a move critics say could be used to silence dissent. ...
Khuon Narim
https://cambojanews.com/lawmakers-clear-path-to-strip-citizenship/
Civic space monitor flags judicial crackdowns, rising threats to dissent in Cambodia
Cambodia’s courts remain politicized and opaque, reinforcing impunity for those who target activists and government critics, rights group CIVICUS said Wednesday. ...
Seoung Nimol
https://cambojanews.com/civic-space-monitor-flags-judicial-crackdowns-rising-threats-to-dissent-in-cambodia/
CCC set to ink MoU with Vietnam-Cambodia Business Association
Bilateral trade and investment cooperation between Cambodia and Vietnam is expected to show even greater positivity, as the Cambodia Chamber of Commerce (CCC) and the Vietnam-Cambodia Business Association plan to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) this week. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/ccc-set-to-ink-mou-with-vietnam-cambodia-business-association
Cambodia considers beefing up defence spending, compulsory military service from 2026
The government is examining an increase to the Kingdom’s defence budget to modernise the military and also intends to implement mandatory military service, starting from next year, with the length of service extended from 18 to 24 months. ...
Defence minister demands public apology for assault on Cambodian soldier at Ta Mone Thom
Cambodia’s Minister of National Defence has demanded that a former Thai patrol soldier, along with Thai authorities, issue a public apology for the unprovoked assault on a Cambodian soldier that took place at Ta Mone Thom temple on July 13. ...
Forest protection activist summoned by court as ‘witness’, not suspect
Tan Kimsour, a well-known forest protection activist, has been summoned by the Kratie Provincial Court’s prosecutor office to provide clarification in a case involving the transportation of forest products without a permit. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/forest-protection-activist-summoned-by-court-as-witness-not-suspect
Families petition for closure of Preah Sihanouk hide processing plant
Nearly 100 families in Preah Sihanouk province’s Teuk La’ak commune, in Prey Nop district , have called for the closure of Kubon (CAMBODIA) Technology Co., LTD., a company that processes cattle hides, if it does not cease polluting local waterways. The pollution has negatively impacted ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/families-petition-for-closure-of-preah-sihanouk-hide-processing-plant
GDCE tax revenue in H1 nearly 60% of “Fiscal Year 2025” target
The General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia (GDCE) has reported notable progress in tax and duty collection for the first half of 2025, reaching nearly $1.5 billion, an increase of one-fifth compared to the same period in 2024. This accounts for nearly 60% ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/gdce-tax-revenue-in-h1-nearly-60-of-fiscal-year-2025-target
Cambodia urges investors to remain calm, trust government, as US tariff negotiations ongoing
A senior Cambodian government official has called on all investors to remain patient and allow working groups to continue reciprocal tariff negotiations with the United States. His call followed the lowering of proposed US tariffs on Cambodian imports from 49% to 36%. The latest tariffs, ...
Cambodians can now make KHQR payments in Japan
Cambodia and Japan have launched Phase 1 of a cross-border QR code payment agreement, allowing Cambodian users to enjoy a new payment experience abroad. Through this initiative, Cambodians can now use KHQR via banking or mobile payment apps to scan and pay for goods and ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/cambodians-can-now-make-khqr-payments-in-japan