Background
On 9 March 2026, leaders of the National Assembly of Cambodia held working discussions with South Korean counterparts, including Yoon Hu-Duk. According to the National Assembly, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening parliamentary diplomacy and deepening strategic cooperation between Cambodia and the Republic of Korea.
The discussions covered regional peace and security, border humanitarian issues, infrastructure cooperation, economic relations, labor mobility, education support, and digital security cooperation. The two sides also agreed to prepare for the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2027.
Key Points Discussed
In discussions with First Vice President of the National Assembly Cheam Yeap, Cambodia asked the South Korean side to carefully review conditions related to the sale of fighter aircraft to Thailand, with the stated aim of ensuring that such weapons would not be used in aggressive actions and to help preserve regional peace.
Cambodia also requested faster progress on the Cambodia-Korea Friendship Bridge project, which was described as a symbol of bilateral friendship.
On economic and labor matters, the South Korean side requested continued support for more than 200 Korean companies investing in Cambodia. The Cambodian parliamentary side also asked South Korea to increase labor quotas and technical scholarships for Cambodian students.
In discussions with Suos Yara, Cambodia requested South Korean diplomatic assistance on humanitarian issues at the Cambodia-Thailand border so that displaced residents could return to their homes following a ceasefire.
The Cambodian side also stated that issues relating to mines and online crime should not be used as a pretext to violate territorial integrity, and said that disputes should be resolved in accordance with international law rather than through military force.
The South Korean side praised Cambodia’s efforts to suppress online scam activity, describing it as a successful model for the region.
Implications for Long-Term Reference
This item records official parliamentary-level positions on Cambodia-South Korea relations, including Cambodia’s stated position on regional peace, border humanitarian concerns, arms transfer scrutiny, and the use of international law in dispute resolution. It also documents bilateral cooperation priorities extending beyond diplomacy into infrastructure, labor, investment, education, and digital security.
As an institutional record from the National Assembly, it is relevant for tracing Cambodia’s external policy positions and inter-parliamentary engagement with South Korea in the period leading to the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2027.
Official Source
National Assembly of Cambodia, video post published on 10 March 2026: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1475617264212658/
Related Developments
This topic is part of ongoing policy and enforcement developments related to cybercrime and online fraud in Cambodia, including scam investigations, regulatory responses, and cross-border cooperation.
