This topic covers Cambodia’s framework for public security and defence, including national security policy, policing, border control, military administration, civil protection, emergency preparedness, and the governance of institutions responsible for public order and territorial integrity. It tracks key updates such as policy developments, regulation changes, government actions, enforcement measures, compliance requirements, institutional reforms, interagency coordination, and official security or defence initiatives. This page provides structured, long-term monitoring of official developments in Cambodia, helping users follow evolving governance arrangements, regulatory direction, and implementation activity across public security and defence institutions.
National Police of Cambodia arrested 30 suspects across seven anti‑narcotics cases and seized methamphetamine and 106,109.50 grams of cannabis in nationwide operations.
National Police of Cambodia arrested three individuals for illegal possession of suspected narcotics in Bavel district, Battambang province, indicating local law enforcement activity.
Ministry of National Defence facilitated an ASEAN Observer Team visit to inspect alleged Thai military deployments and civilian displacement at the An Ses Cambodia–Thailand border checkpoint in Preah Vihear.
General Department of Immigration inspected foreign workers at 19 employer sites across Kandal, Takeo and Kampong Cham in Cambodia, targeting labor compliance at factories and enterprises.
Cambodia Ministry of Environment rangers documented enforcement actions against land-grab and forest-clearing in Kirirom National Park, recording 44 natural-resource cases involving land claims and tree felling.
Cambodia police arrested a suspect and recovered a reported stolen 2025 Scoopy motorcycle, with Siem Reap authorities coordinating custody and evidence transfer to Kandal police.
General Department of Immigration convenes a national AML/CFT workshop to prepare Cambodia for the FATF mutual evaluation process; the event focuses on Immediate Outcomes and interagency coordination.