Background
On 28 February 2026, the National Police of Cambodia conducted a coordinated law enforcement operation across multiple provinces targeting drug-related crimes. The operation aimed to suppress trafficking, possession, and use of illegal narcotics nationwide.
Scope of Application
The operation encompassed 26 distinct cases across various provinces, resulting in arrests of individuals allegedly involved in drug offenses including drug trafficking, transport, possession, and use. The activity included ten police units from different regions as well as other enforcement branches notably the Anti-Drug Police and Anti-Drug Unit 1.
Key Provisions or Decisions
Results from the operation include:
- Arrest of 49 suspects (including 13 females) across 26 cases.
- Seizure of narcotics including: 6,970.98 grams of methamphetamine (ice), 3.32 grams of methamphetamine (wy), 1,412.86 grams of ketamine, and 292.51 grams of MDMA.
- Classification of offenses: 6 cases of drug trafficking (27 arrested), 14 cases of transport and possession (36 arrested), and 6 cases of drug use (26 arrested).
- Additional enforcement by Anti-Drug Unit 1 resulted in arrests related to trafficking (14 persons) and transport/possession (8 persons).
Participating police units operated in Phnom Penh, Banteay Meanchey, Battambang, Kampong Speu, Koh Kong, Pursat, Siem Reap, Stung Treng, Takeo, and Pailin provinces. Each unit’s arrests and seizures varied accordingly.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
This operation reflects ongoing and active government efforts to combat drug crimes in Cambodia, which impacts overall national security and social governance. Entities engaged in sectors sensitive to social stability or security should be aware of such law enforcement activities. Continued police vigilance may influence compliance requirements in related areas, though no direct legal or regulatory changes are indicated in this report.
Official Source
National Police of Cambodia official announcement: https://police.gov.kh/?p=139459
