Background
On 11 March 2026 in Phnom Penh, Minister of Post and Telecommunications Chea Vandeth delivered the keynote address at the opening of the 12th Asia-Pacific Spectrum Management Conference. The event was co-organized by the Telecommunication Regulator of Cambodia and Forum Global.
According to the ministry, participants included representatives of the Asia-Pacific Telecommunity, the International Telecommunication Union Asia-Pacific regional office, Forum Global, officials from the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications and the Telecommunication Regulator of Cambodia, regulators, policymakers, and experts from 29 countries across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America, as well as domestic and international private-sector participants.
Scope of Application
This update relates to Cambodia’s telecommunications sector, specifically the management of radio frequency spectrum and the deployment of fifth-generation mobile services. It also records Cambodia’s stated policy direction on spectrum allocation and use as presented at a regional conference attended by public and private stakeholders.
Key Provisions or Decisions
In his remarks, the minister stated that radio frequency spectrum is a scarce national resource and a foundational element for expanding mobile coverage and supporting Cambodia’s digital transformation.
He further stated that clear policy direction for spectrum management and allocation is essential for Cambodia in order to establish clear measures for wireless technology development, efficient use of radio frequencies, and transparent competition.
The ministry also reported updated 5G deployment figures. Cambodia had put 5G mobile service into operation at 767 sites starting from 1 January 2026, and this had increased to 1,592 sites as of 5 March 2026.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
The item provides an official statement of Cambodia’s policy orientation toward spectrum management, wireless technology development, and transparent competition in the telecommunications sector. For telecom operators, infrastructure providers, digital service businesses, and investors, the update is relevant as a reference point for the government’s stated priorities in spectrum governance and the pace of 5G network expansion.
The post does not announce a new law, regulation, licensing condition, or compliance requirement. Its reference value lies in documenting official policy positioning and reported infrastructure rollout figures.
Official Source
Ministry of Post and Telecommunications, Facebook post published on 11 March 2026.
