Background
On 9 March 2026 in Phnom Penh, Secretary of State Kong Phallak of the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications led the working group responsible for preparing policy on data governance and open data in a bilateral meeting with representatives of the Ministry of Economy and Finance. The meeting was led on the MEF side by Dr. Tang Ngounly, Deputy Secretary General of the General Secretariat of the Digital Economy and Business Committee.
The purpose of the meeting was to consult on the draft Data Governance Policy 2026-2035.
Scope of Application
The consultation concerned the draft national policy framework for data governance for 2026-2035, including discussion of open data arrangements for Cambodia. Based on the official post, the discussion covered both policy and technical aspects of organizing data governance and open data.
Key Provisions or Decisions
The official post states that the MPTC working group and MEF representatives held in-depth discussions on priority actions included in the draft Data Governance Policy. They also exchanged views on the preparation of data governance and open data arrangements for Cambodia.
The post does not state that the draft policy was adopted or approved at this meeting.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
This update is relevant as an institutional reference point showing that Cambodia is developing a formal policy framework for data governance and open data for the 2026-2035 period. For businesses and other stakeholders, the meeting indicates ongoing interministerial policy coordination in an area that may shape future rules, administrative arrangements, or data management standards. The official post, however, does not specify binding obligations or compliance requirements.
Official Source
Ministry of Post and Telecommunications Facebook post, published 11 March 2026.
