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.

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March 11, 2026

General Department of Identification Restates Procedures for Khmer National ID Cards, Residence Books, and Family Books in Kep Province

The update restates where residents may apply for residence and family books and confirms free issuance or renewal procedures for Khmer national identity cards for eligible citizens. It has long-term reference value because it identifies the responsible administrative channels and eligibility conditions for core civil identification documents.

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March 10, 2026

National Police Leadership Meets Child Protection Unit on Continued Cooperation in Child Abuse Investigations

The National Police of Cambodia reported a formal meeting with the Child Protection Unit on ongoing cooperation in investigating and suppressing child abuse offences. The update has reference value because it records an institutional coordination relationship involving police justice functions and child protection enforcement.

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March 9, 2026

General Department of Identification Clarifies Use and Issuance of Residence Books and Family Books in Battambang

The update documents the delivery and administrative use of residence books and family books in Battambang province, including official clarification that these documents do not establish housing ownership. It has long-term reference value because it defines the function, limits, and point of application of core identification-related household records.

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March 9, 2026

General Department of Identification Announces ID Card Issuance and Renewal Service Access Points in Prey Veng and Phnom Penh

The General Department of Identification outlined where Cambodian citizens can apply for issuance or renewal of national identity cards and restated eligibility for free processing. The update has long-term reference value because it identifies administrative service channels, eligibility conditions, and responsible offices for ID card procedures.

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