Legislative and Regulatory Developments

National Assembly accepts draft Law on Combating Technology-Based Scams for review

The National Assembly’s Standing Committee accepted the Royal Government’s draft law on “Combating Technology-Based Scams” for review, assigning it to the Commission on Legislation and Justice to study in coordination with the Commission on Interior, National Defense, Public Function, and Border Affairs, with a report to be returned to the Standing Committee. The stated purpose is to establish criminal measures to strengthen enforcement against technology-enabled scam offenses, safeguard security and public order, and enhance cooperation to combat this crime. (National Assembly Of Cambodia · link)

MPWT reviews draft Prakas on identification markings for commercial transport vehicles

The Ministry of Public Works and Transport held an internal review and discussion on a draft Prakas on “Identification Markings for Commercial Transport Vehicles,” intended to standardize identification markings for vehicles providing passenger and cargo transport services operating in Cambodia. The initiative signals upcoming compliance requirements for transport operators once the Prakas is issued. (Ministry of Public Works and Transport – MPWT · link)

MPWT completes final internal review of draft Law on Logistics

The Ministry of Public Works and Transport convened a final internal-level meeting to review and finalize amendments to the draft Law on “Logistics,” in preparation for upcoming discussion at the National Logistics Council level. This signals progress toward a dedicated legal framework governing logistics activities. (Ministry of Public Works and Transport – MPWT · link)

MISTI launches Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Evaluation Criteria

The Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation officially launched the “Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Evaluation Criteria,” presented as a step to modernize governance of the STI sector and aligned with the Royal Government’s Pentagonal Strategy – Phase I. The criteria may shape how STI initiatives are assessed and prioritized in Cambodia. (Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation · link)

Immigration issues procedures for registering children of immigrant foreigners and recognition for adult children listed in annexes

The General Department of Immigration reported dissemination of Prakas No. 12644 on procedures and processes for: (i) adding newly born children of immigrant foreigners into annex lists, and (ii) applying for recognition as an immigrant foreigner for children aged 18+ whose names are in an annex under an immigrant-foreigner parent. This signals operational compliance requirements affecting documentation and status processing for the specified groups. (General Department of Immigration – GDI · link)

Ministry of Land Management issues safety-risk mitigation notice for a deteriorated building in Phnom Penh

The Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction issued a notice on measures to mitigate safety risks related to the former “Revolution Primary School” building located at Street 144 corner Street 49, Sangkat Phsar Thmei 3, Khan Daun Penh, Phnom Penh. Stakeholders with exposure to the site should monitor for any follow-on directives affecting access, occupancy, or remediation actions. (ក្រសួងរៀបចំដែនដី នគរូបនីយកម្ម និងសំណង់ · link)

Ministry of Inspection advances draft Code of Conduct Prakas and Internal Regulations, and concept note for Law on Inspection

The Ministry of Inspection’s weekly leadership meeting reviewed progress on: (i) a draft Prakas on the Code of Conduct for officials and the Ministry’s Internal Regulations, (ii) an inspection and regulatory compliance monitoring action plan, and (iii) a concept note for drafting a Law on Inspection. The Ministry emphasized completeness, consistency, and integration across instruments, signaling ongoing institutional rule-setting with potential future compliance implications. (Ministry of Inspection · link)

MEF drafts Prakas to establish a Legal Reform Working Group; regulators participate in review discussions

The Accounting and Auditing Regulator participated in a Ministry of Economy and Finance meeting to review and discuss a draft Prakas on establishing the MEF Legal Reform Working Group, chaired by an MEF Under Secretary of State and Chief of the Legal Council Secretariat. This indicates a structured legal reform mechanism under MEF that may impact interpretation, harmonization, and development of legal instruments within MEF’s remit. (Accounting and Auditing Regulator · link)

Enforcement and Compliance

Kampong Speu police raid suspects of online scam activity; seize devices and suspected narcotics

Kampong Speu provincial police reported an inspection/raid on a rented house in Samraong Tong district, detaining six Indonesian nationals (four women) suspected of involvement in online scam activity. Seized items reportedly included Wi‑Fi/internet equipment, 59 mobile phones, 7 laptops, 8 audio-recording devices, foreign law-enforcement-style uniforms/insignia (not Cambodian), and suspected narcotics (59 small packets and 1 larger packet). The case was transferred to the provincial police for further legal procedure. (General Commissariat of National Police · link)

Svay Rieng police crack down on online scam operation; detain eight foreign suspects

Svay Rieng provincial police reported an operation at a guesthouse in Chanthrea district, detaining eight Vietnamese nationals (one woman) suspected of online scam activity and seizing 17 computers, one computer unit, and three mobile phones. The case was reported as being prepared for submission to the provincial court under legal procedures. (General Commissariat of National Police · link)

Immigration deports 776 Vietnamese nationals linked to online scam cases

The General Department of Immigration reported the deportation of 776 Vietnamese nationals (183 women) linked to online scam cases, following a prior crackdown operation in Malai district, Banteay Meanchey province. Deportations were carried out via the Bavet international border checkpoint (457 persons) and Trapeang Sre international border checkpoint (319 persons). (General Department of Immigration – GDI · link)

MPTC sets out operator cooperation measures to eliminate online scams

The Ministry of Post and Telecommunications met with mobile, internet, and fiber operators and reiterated government policy to combat online scams, requesting operator cooperation including: monitoring suspected high-bandwidth locations; fully cutting services to locations identified by the Ministry and competent authorities; strengthening SIM management (including canceling unidentified SIMs and addressing foreign roaming SIM use); strengthening cybersecurity measures; and implementing additional administrative/technical measures as directed. Operators present reportedly committed to cooperate. (Ministry of Post and Telecommunications · link)

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