Background
On 30 March 2026, the National Assembly discussed and approved the draft Law on Combating Technology-Based Fraud during the fifth session of the seventh legislature. In remarks delivered during the session, Lok Kheng, Chair of the National Assembly’s Commission on Health, Social Affairs, Veterans, Youth Rehabilitation, Labor, Vocational Training, and Women’s Affairs, expressed support for the new law and described it as an important legal instrument for addressing online fraud in Cambodia.
Scope of Application
According to the statement made during the Assembly session, the law is directed at fraudulent acts carried out through technological systems. The stated scope includes action against online fraud, including cross-border scam activity conducted through digital means.
Key Provisions or Decisions
The National Assembly approved the draft Law on Combating Technology-Based Fraud on 30 March 2026.
As described in the session remarks, key points highlighted about the law include:
- It is characterized as a special criminal law.
- It is intended for immediate application to acts of technology-based fraud.
- Its stated objective is to eliminate cross-border online scam activity and protect digital safety for the public.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
The approval of the draft law establishes a formal legal basis for Cambodia’s response to technology-based fraud. Businesses, digital platform operators, and other entities exposed to online transactions or digital communications should monitor the final text and any implementing measures for compliance implications. The content provided does not specify detailed obligations, enforcement mechanisms, or penalties.
Official Source
National Assembly of Cambodia, statement and session coverage published on 30 March 2026 via the official National Assembly social media channel: https://www.facebook.com/reel/4222287521322759/
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.
