This page covers Cambodia’s policy and regulation landscape, including the legal and administrative frameworks that shape governance, market oversight, public administration, and sector-specific compliance requirements. It tracks key updates such as policy developments, regulatory changes, government actions, enforcement trends, institutional activity, licensing rules, administrative guidance, and implementation measures affecting businesses, investors, and regulated entities. The page provides structured updates on official developments in Cambodia, with ongoing monitoring of regulation, enforcement, and governance decisions to support reliable reference, compliance awareness, and policy analysis over time.

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March 20, 2026

National Assembly and NBC Highlight Riel Use and Mandatory Public-Sector Rules

The National Assembly and the National Bank of Cambodia presented joint research on the use of currencies in Cambodia’s public sector, showing that most state revenues and expenditures are already conducted in riel. The presentation outlined short-term mandatory rules for using riel in all government-funded contracts, expansion of the Bakong system for payments, and the creation of an inter-ministerial committee led by the central bank to coordinate data sharing and manage exchange-rate risks.

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March 20, 2026

National Assembly Representatives Join 46th Anniversary Ceremony for Reintroduction of the Riel

The National Assembly’s Second Committee leadership participated in the 46th anniversary ceremony marking the reintroduction of the Cambodian riel, held at the National Bank of Cambodia’s Banking Technology Institute on 20 March 2026. The event included the presentation of joint research by the National Bank of Cambodia, UNDP, and the National Assembly on dollarization, currency usage in the public sector, and policies to promote use of the riel.

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March 20, 2026

General Department of Immigration Disseminates Prakas 12644 on Procedures for Foreign Children

The General Department of Immigration, together with the Mondulkiri Provincial Administration, held a dissemination meeting on Prakas No. 12644 concerning the form and procedures for registering newly born foreign immigrant children in the annex list and requesting recognition of foreign immigrant status for children aged 18 and above already listed under a foreign parent. The session gathered 101 provincial and local officials, including immigration, identity, and administrative police officers, as well as commune and sangkat leaders.

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March 20, 2026

Ministry of Tourism Meets THY Holding on Agarwood Souvenir Project

The Minister of Tourism met with the chairman of THY Holding Co., Ltd to discuss a project to develop luxury souvenirs from agarwood, including perfumes and cosmetics targeting Arab tourists. The minister highlighted the ongoing 2023–2027 Muslim tourism plan and advised the company to seek legal consultation to ensure the project complies with applicable laws and regulations.

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March 19, 2026

MISTI Launches Official Science, Technology and Innovation Evaluation Criteria

The Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation has officially launched the Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Evaluation Criteria. The new criteria are intended to modernize STI governance and support the implementation of the Royal Government’s Pentagonal Strategy – Phase I, which prioritizes technology as a key driver for Cambodia’s 2050 high‑income vision.

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March 19, 2026

Ministry of Post and Telecommunications Meets Telecom Operators on Online Scam Response

The Minister of Post and Telecommunications held a working meeting with mobile, internet, and fiber-optic operators to discuss sector governance reforms and actions against technology-based scams. Operators committed to cooperate on measures including monitoring high-capacity internet use, cutting services to suspected illegal locations, and strengthening SIM and cybersecurity controls.

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