Legislative and Regulatory Developments

Cambodia and the United States sign bilateral health cooperation MOU and data sharing agreement (2026–2030)

Cambodia’s Council for the Development of Cambodia and the Ministry of Health signed a five-year bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on health cooperation and a Data Sharing Agreement (DSA) with the United States Embassy. The MOU is stated to be valued at approximately USD 36 million for 2026–2030 and frames cooperation to protect public well-being and advance a resilient and sustainable health system under Cambodia’s leadership. (CDC · link)

Cambodia to host 2nd AMAG-MLAT meeting; Ministry of Justice convenes internal coordination on meeting mechanisms

The Ministry of Justice held a technical meeting to prepare leadership and operating mechanisms for Cambodia’s hosting of the 2nd ASEAN Ministerial Meeting / Attorneys General / Prosecutors General Meeting of Central Authorities on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters (2nd AMAG-MLAT). The update notes an expected participation of approximately 100 attendees, including ASEAN delegations led by law ministers/attorneys general/prosecutors general and a delegation from Timor-Leste. (Ministry of Justice · link)

Draft National Action Plan on preventing violence against women (2025–2030) undergoes further technical review

At the Office of the Council of Ministers, a technical meeting reviewed and discussed the draft National Action Plan on the Prevention of Violence Against Women 2025–2030, indicating continued inter-agency work toward finalizing an implementation framework. (Office of the Council of Ministers · link)

Regulatory Enforcement and Compliance

Immigration authority reports deportation of 1,084 illegal foreign nationals (1–5 April 2026), including online-scam-related removals

The General Department of Immigration reported the deportation of 1,084 foreign nationals identified as illegally present in Cambodia (27 nationalities) for the period 1–5 April 2026. The update states that 480 Chinese nationals were linked to online scam cases, with removals carried out via special flights and commercial routes through Techo International Airport and Siem Reap Angkor International Airport; other cases cited include illegal border crossing, document fraud, lack of passports, extortion, fake visas/QR codes, online fraud, and illegal work. (General Department of Immigration – GDI · link)

Svay Rieng police raid online scam site; 32 suspects detained and evidence seized

Cambodian police in Svay Rieng reported an operation on 6 April 2026 targeting an alleged online-scam location at a rented villa in Bavet City. Authorities detained 32 suspects (including 2 Chinese nationals and 29 Vietnamese nationals) and seized items including 10 desktop computers, 1 laptop, 61 mobile phones, 2 swords, and 1 vehicle; the case file is being prepared for court proceedings. (General Commissariat of National Police · link)

National Social Security Fund warns of impersonation scams via fake Telegram accounts and payment requests

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) issued a public warning about anonymous actors creating fake Telegram accounts/groups/channels impersonating NSSF staff and using the NSSF logo to solicit payments (e.g., contribution payments) to personal bank accounts or induce other illegal activities. The notice advises heightened vigilance and notes that official NSSF Telegram channels/groups are verified by Telegram with a blue checkmark. (បេឡាជាតិសន្តិសុខសង្គម · link)

Public Finance and Digital Governance

FMIS Phase 4 (2026–2030) officially launched for public financial management digitization

Cambodia officially launched Phase 4 (2026–2030) of the Financial Management Information System (FMIS) as an information technology program for public financial management. Multiple institutions under the Ministry of Economy and Finance reported participation in the launch, signaling continued modernization and digitization of public financial management systems. (MISTI · link)

National Assembly ICT unit conducts technical readiness work for upcoming plenary session, including database/Info Desk integration and data security testing

The National Assembly’s ICT General Department held a technical meeting with internal audit counterparts to prepare digital systems for the upcoming 5th plenary session of the 7th legislature. Focus areas included testing MP attendance and agenda systems, reviewing a new program linking the database with the Info Desk System, testing internal terminal code to ensure data security, and assessing video encoder/signal transmission in the plenary hall. (National Assembly Of Cambodia · link)

Science, Technology, and Digital Policy

MISTI and UN-ESCAP launch AI governance report to guide innovation, ethics, and inclusion

The Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation, in collaboration with UN-ESCAP, launched a research report titled “Artificial Intelligence: Empowering Innovation, Ethics and Inclusion in Cambodia.” The report—developed through consultations across government, academia, specialists, and development partners—sets out a strategic framework for AI governance aligned with national context and international standards, aiming to guide Cambodia’s AI ecosystem toward socio-economic growth grounded in ethics, equity, and inclusion. (MISTI · link)

Infrastructure, Water Resources, and Environmental Policy

MISTI and World Bank discuss Cambodia Water Security Compact (2026–2030) to frame national water priorities

The Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation met a World Bank delegation to discuss the Cambodia Water Security Compact, described as a strategic framework for strengthening Cambodia’s water security for 2026–2030. The framework sets out a unified national vision with three pillars—Water for People, Water for Food, and Water for Planet—aligned with Cambodia’s Pentagonal Strategy and long-term development goals. (MISTI · link)

MoWRAM identifies preliminary impacts of Funan Techo integrated water resources project on irrigation and drainage systems

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology convened a meeting on impacts to irrigation and drainage systems along the Funan Techo Integrated Water Resources Management Project. Preliminary findings cited 28 irrigation systems covering 39,678 hectares expected to be affected, as well as impacts on natural water sources and key drainage systems, including 22 natural waterways, the Prek Tnaot River, and 99 sediment-carrying canals. (Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology · link)

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