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, under the leadership of General S. Thet, has committed to an intensified campaign to eradicate online scam crimes, expanding governmental responsibility amid growing technological fraud challenges. This action is significant for long-term legal enforcement and digital security governance in Cambodia.
The Chief of the Tertiary International Airport Immigration Police Post led a strategic meeting to review January 2026 operational results and define work directions for February. The session emphasized strict adherence to anti-corruption rules, collaboration with national security institutions, and active participation in combating online scams, highlighting governance and enforcement priorities.
The Preah Sihanouk provincial police have distributed residence books (K2) and family books (K4) to citizens through local administrative police posts, providing official documentation for residency and family relationships without conferring property rights.
On February 6, 2026, the Cambodian Liaison Group facilitated the ASEAN Observer Team to verify and report on the border situation at O' Thmor, Pursat Province, following the ceasefire agreement with Thailand. This reflects Cambodia's ongoing commitment to the peace process and border stability under recent bilateral agreements.
The General Department of Immigration executed the expulsion of 110 Chinese nationals involved in online scam activities as part of Cambodia’s strict law enforcement efforts against technology-related crimes, safeguarding public security and supporting victims.
In February 2026, Cambodian immigration authorities expelled 629 foreign nationals involved in illegal entry and unauthorized employment. This action reflects ongoing government enforcement of immigration and labor laws, impacting foreign labor regulation and compliance.
The General Department of Identification coordinated with local administrative police posts in Kandal Province to distribute residence booklets (K2) and family booklets (K4) to citizens for official residence registration. This update clarifies the official documentation process for residence verification, which supports various civil and administrative services.
On February 7, 2026, Cambodia expelled a total of 625 foreign nationals from six countries due to violations including illegal border crossing, unlawful employment, and involvement in online scams. This enforcement action reflects ongoing immigration compliance and governance efforts.
On January 20, 2026, Cambodian police executed a nationwide operation targeting drug-related criminal offenses, resulting in 23 cases and the arrest of 60 suspects. This comprehensive crackdown demonstrates ongoing law enforcement efforts against narcotics trafficking, possession, and consumption.
On February 8, 2026, Cambodian authorities expelled a total of 428 foreign nationals from 10 countries, including a majority Chinese group linked to online scams, reinforcing government efforts to combat cybercrime and illegal work.
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