Cambodia Investment & Policy Daily Briefing — 2026-02-24
February 24, 2026
Compliance and Enforcement Immigration authorities deport Chinese nationals linked to online scam case (Preah Sihanouk) The General Department of Immigration reported the deportation of 494 Chinese nationals (28 women) in connection with an online scam case reportedly cracked down in Preah Sihanouk Province. The deportation was carried out via special flights through Techo International Airport,
Cambodia Investment & Policy Daily Briefing — 2026-02-22
February 22, 2026
Security, Enforcement, and Public Order Nationwide drug enforcement results (21 February 2026) The General Commissariat of National Police reported nationwide drug enforcement results for 21 February 2026: 10 cases and 28 suspects detained (including 5 women). Case breakdown: 5 trafficking cases (16 detained), 4 transportation/possession cases (9 detained), and 1 use case (3 detained). Seized
Cambodia Investment & Policy Daily Briefing — 2026-02-21
February 21, 2026
Legislative and Regulatory Developments Government Advances Draft Law on Suppression of Illegal Gambling The Council of Ministers convened a technical meeting to review the "Draft Law on Suppression of Illegal Gambling." Led by Secretaries of State Sok Pheng and Noeu Bounner, the session involved the Council of Jurists and the Economic, Social, and Cultural Council.
Cambodia Investment & Policy Daily Briefing — 2026-02-09
February 18, 2026
Environmental and Weather Monitoring Weather Forecast and Hydrological Update The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology (MOWRAM) issued a notification regarding Storm Penha (T2602), reporting its influence on the northeast monsoon over the Mekong Basin and Cambodia from February 8 to 10, 2026. Concurrently, the Ministry observed that water levels in the Mekong, Tonle Sap,
Cambodia Investment & Policy Daily Briefing — 2026-02-09
February 18, 2026
Sovereignty and International Relations Ministry of Culture Rejects Thai Claims Over Border Temples The Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts issued a statement categorically rejecting recent claims by the Thai Minister of Culture regarding the sovereignty of the Ta Krabey and Ta Mone temple complexes. The Ministry affirmed that these historical sites are located entirely
Cambodia Investment & Policy Daily Briefing — 2026-02-10
February 18, 2026
Legislative and Regulatory Developments Customs Department Issues Notice on Tariff Reductions The General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE) has issued Notification No. 0890/26 regarding the implementation of Sub-Decree No. 235 (dated December 3, 2025). This regulation updates the annex of Sub-Decree No. 210, facilitating the reduction or elimination of customs duties in accordance with
Cambodia Investment & Policy Daily Briefing — 2026-02-11
February 18, 2026
Legislative and Regulatory Policy Consultation on Draft National MSME Development Strategy 2026–2030 The Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI) held a consultation workshop on the draft National Strategy for the Development of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) 2026–2030. The session included inputs from the Accounting and Auditing Regulator (ACAR), which emphasized the
Cambodia Investment & Policy Daily Briefing — 2026-02-12
February 18, 2026
Legislative and Regulatory Developments Inter-Ministerial Review of Draft Anti-Cyber Fraud Law Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Justice Koeut Rith led an inter-ministerial technical meeting to review the draft law on "Anti-Cyber Fraud." The meeting involved representatives from the Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Economy and Finance, National Bank of Cambodia, and the Securities and
Cambodia Investment & Policy Daily Briefing — 2026-02-14
February 18, 2026
Infrastructure & Industrial Development MISTI and RMA Discuss Ford Plant Expansion and Local Sourcing The Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI) met with RMA Cambodia to discuss the expansion of the Ford vehicle assembly plant and strategies to increase local component production. The Minister encouraged RMA to strengthen backward linkages by integrating Cambodian
Cambodia Investment & Policy Daily Briefing — 2026-02-15
February 18, 2026
Legislative and Public Administration Reforms Ministry Revises Non-Tax Revenue and Fine Regulations The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) is reviewing and revising the inter-ministerial prakas governing non-tax revenue collection and fines related to public services. The revision targets the General Department of Waterway and Maritime Transport and Ports, aiming to ensure that the
