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.
The National Police of Cambodia reported nationwide anti-drug enforcement results for 31 March 2026, covering 10 cases, 32 arrests, and the seizure of 24.05 grams of methamphetamine. The report identified case types, seized evidence, and participating police and military police units by province.
The National Assembly approved the draft Law on Combating Technology-Based Fraud on 30 March 2026 during its seventh legislature session. Assembly member Lok Kheng described the law as a special criminal law intended for immediate application against technology-enabled fraud and cross-border online scam activity.
The National Police of Cambodia reported nationwide drug-crime enforcement results for 30 March 2026, recording eight cases and 21 arrests across seven police units. The report identified case types, provincial breakdowns, and seized narcotics including methamphetamine and ketamine.
The National Police of Cambodia reported nationwide drug crime enforcement operations on 29 March 2026, with 15 cases, 31 arrests, and 1,159.60 grams of methamphetamine seized. The update covers narcotics trafficking, storage, transport, and drug use cases handled by police units in several provinces.
Battambang Provincial Police reported two anti-drug operations involving illegal drug possession, resulting in the arrest of four suspects. The narcotics crackdown also identified two individuals subject to arrest warrants issued by the Battambang Provincial Court.
The National Police of Cambodia reported nationwide anti-drug operations on 28 March 2026 involving 14 cases and 54 arrests across multiple provinces. The report recorded case types including trafficking, transportation and storage, and drug use, with seized evidence including methamphetamine and ketamine.
The General Department of Immigration stated that 327 Chinese nationals were deported from Cambodia through Techo International Airport in connection with online scam cases and immigration-related violations including illegal stay and unlawful work. The operation was carried out by the Department of Investigation and Procedure Enforcement in coordination with the Chinese Embassy in Cambodia.
The National Police of Cambodia reported nationwide drug enforcement results for 27 March 2026, recording 21 cases and 48 arrests across multiple offense categories. Seized evidence included methamphetamine, yaba, and ketamine, with operations conducted by nine participating units.
According to an Interior Ministry report, National Police units recorded five gambling suppression cases and detained 20 people during the third week of March 2026, with cases reported in Phnom Penh, Kampong Speu, Preah Sihanouk, and Oddar Meanchey. The report also stated that 27 gambling cases and 67 related arrests were recorded in February, with some other individuals required to sign agreements to cease such activities.
The Svay Rieng Provincial Police reported an enforcement operation in Bavet City involving alleged drug trafficking, storage, transport, processing, use, and unauthorized possession of weapons and ammunition. The operation resulted in five arrests and the seizure of multiple narcotics and related items.
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