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 General Department of Immigration stated that 331 Chinese nationals were deported from Cambodia on 21-22 March 2026 in coordination with the Chinese Embassy, in connection with alleged online scam activity, illegal stay, and unlawful work. The deportation was carried out by special flight through Techo International Airport police checkpoint.
The General Department of Immigration, in coordination with the Chinese embassy in Cambodia, deported 331 Chinese nationals through Techo International Airport in connection with online scam allegations and immigration violations including illegal stay and unlawful work. The action was presented as part of the Cambodian government's enforcement measures against technology-enabled crime.
The National Police of Cambodia reported nationwide anti-drug operations on 22 March 2026 involving 9 cases and 59 arrests across five police units. The cases included trafficking, transport and storage, drug use, and one warrant execution, with 108.86 grams of methamphetamine seized.
The Siem Reap Provincial Police Commissioner inspected and assigned a deputy commissioner to lead a working group to process Cambodian national identity cards for residents at the Land Traffic Police Office in Slor Kram commune. The announcement details required documents for first-time ID applications, updates for monks leaving the order, and renewal of expired or soon-to-expire cards.
The General Department of Immigration reported the deportation of 1,556 foreign nationals of 21 nationalities from Cambodia between 16 and 19 March 2026. The operation included 776 Vietnamese nationals linked to online scam activities, and was carried out under the guidance of the Ministry of Interior leadership.
The Ministry of Post and Telecommunications concluded a three-day workshop on disseminating digital government knowledge to civil servants in Phnom Penh. The program focused on digital literacy, AI and deepfake threats, protection of government data, and daily cyber hygiene practices to strengthen Cambodia’s digital government resilience.
The National Police Commissioner General Sar Thet instructed police forces to continue operations against online scam crimes in line with directives from Prime Minister Hun Manet. He emphasized professional conduct, ethical standards, and active cooperation with relevant agencies, stating that operations will continue beyond the Khmer New Year period to restore Cambodia’s international reputation.
Between 16–19 March 2026, the General Department of Immigration deported 1,556 foreign nationals of 21 nationalities from Cambodia for various immigration and related offenses. The group includes 776 Vietnamese nationals linked to online scam activities, as well as others involved in illegal border crossing, staying without passports, using fake visas, and working without authorization.
APSARA National Authority announced preparations to welcome large numbers of domestic and international tourists for the upcoming Equinox sunrise event at Angkor Wat. The authority has arranged order and tourism officers to manage pedestrian flows, maintain environmental cleanliness, and ensure safety during the three-day period from 19–23 March 2026.
Kampong Speu provincial police, led by the provincial police commissioner, inspected a rented house in Samraong Tong district and detained six Indonesian nationals suspected of involvement in online scam activities. The operation followed national directives to eradicate technology-based fraud originating from Cambodia and applied Sub-Decree No. 03 on security management at locations where foreigners reside and gather.
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