Background
On February 6, 2026, General S. Thet, National Police Commissioner, reaffirmed the commitment of Cambodia’s law enforcement forces to eliminate online scam crimes. This follows a government directive aimed at enhancing efforts against technology-enabled fraud within the country.
Scope of Application
The campaign targets all forms of online scam crimes occurring within Cambodian jurisdiction, emphasizing the need for broader and intensified law enforcement responsibility due to the increasing scale and complexity of such offenses.
Key Provisions or Decisions
At a working meeting held at the Ministry of Interior, the police evaluated past operations and renewed directives for specialized task forces combating online scams. The National Police mobilized approximately 700 specialized personnel in a large-scale operation, resulting in the arrest of 2,044 suspects, with foreign nationals predominating among detainees.
Countries of origin for suspects included China (1,792), Vietnam (177), Myanmar (179), Nepal (30), Taiwan (5), Malaysia (1), Laos (2), India (36), and Mexico (1).
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
This intensified nationwide campaign against online scammers reflects Cambodia’s commitment to strengthening cybersecurity and protecting both local and foreign economic actors from digital fraud. The expansion of enforcement responsibility imposes greater accountability on relevant institutions and signals a safer business environment in terms of digital transactions and online security.
Official Source
Source: National Police of Cambodia Facebook Post
