Financial Markets and Digital Finance
National Bank of Cambodia discusses fintech roadmap and NFIS implementation with World Bank
The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) held a working discussion with a World Bank mission on topics including financial technology trends, digital financial literacy, and progress on the draft Fintech Development Roadmap (FDR). The mission also discussed with NBC technical staff methodologies for measuring financial inclusion and tracking implementation of the National Financial Inclusion Strategy (NFIS) 2025–2030. (NBC · link)
Capital Markets and Securities Regulation
SERC advances draft regulatory framework for securities pledges and collateral arrangements
The Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) convened a discussion on drafting regulations related to pledging securities and collateral arrangements involving securities (including “pledge securities”), indicating ongoing development of market infrastructure and related compliance requirements for capital market participants. (SERC · link)
Immigration and Cross-Border Enforcement
Cambodia deports 166 Chinese nationals linked to online scam activity and immigration violations
The General Department of Immigration reported the deportation of 166 Chinese nationals linked to online scam cases and violations including illegal stay and illegal work, carried out in coordination with the Chinese Embassy and executed via a special flight through Techo International Airport. The action was presented as strict legal enforcement aimed at combating technology-enabled crime. (GDI · link)
Transport and Infrastructure Compliance
MPWT mobile operations cite 16 overweight transport vehicles across four provinces and Phnom Penh
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport conducted mobile inspections at five locations and reported 16 heavy vehicles exceeding permitted weight limits (overages ranging from 5 to 23 tons, approximately 22% to 76% over the allowable limit). MPWT reiterated that inspections will continue nationwide and urged operators to comply with applicable weight and route requirements for heavy vehicles. (MPWT · link)
Justice and Legal Reform
Ministry of Justice continues technical review of amendments to the Civil Procedure Code
A technical working group under the Ministry of Justice held its 41st meeting, with participation of JICA experts, to review and discuss proposed amendments to the Civil Procedure Code, focusing on Articles 264–265. The update signals continued progress in procedural law reform relevant to dispute resolution and court processes. (MOJ · link)
Civil Registration and Identity Systems
Ministry of Interior reviews deployment progress of the Civil Registration System (CRS) at commune/sangkat level
The General Department of Identification convened a meeting to review and monitor progress in deploying the Civil Registration System (CRS) at sangkat administrations under Por Sen Chey and Chbar Ampov district administrations, with participation from technical teams and Vital Strategies representatives. The activity reflects ongoing digitization and operational rollout of civil registration services. (GDI · link)
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