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.
Cambodia police authorities reported a drug enforcement operation in Mondulkiri province that led to the arrest of five suspects in a narcotics case involving alleged trafficking, possession, and use of illegal drugs. The case reflects ongoing Cambodian law enforcement action under anti-drug policy and criminal procedure.
Cambodia National Police reported a nationwide drug enforcement operation on 2 January 2026 involving four cases and 14 arrests, highlighting ongoing narcotics security action across multiple provinces. The Cambodia security operation covered drug trafficking, possession, transport, storage, and use cases, with methamphetamine seized as evidence.
National Police of Cambodia reported nationwide drug crime enforcement results for 31 December, covering 16 cases and 30 arrests. The anti-drug operation involved four police units and recorded seizures of 539.42 grams of methamphetamine.
Cambodia’s Ministry of National Defence rejected a Thai claim that more than 250 UAVs flew from Cambodia into Thai territory. The statement also reiterated compliance with Cambodia-Thailand border agreements and said drone flights had been strictly prohibited in Cambodian border provinces.
The National Police of Cambodia reported nationwide anti-drug enforcement operations on 27 December 2025, recording 58 drug crime cases and 154 arrests. The drug crackdown involved trafficking, storage and transport, and drug use cases, with narcotics and chemical substances seized across several provinces.
Cambodia National Police reported nationwide drug enforcement results for 26 December 2025, recording eight narcotics cases and 11 arrests across multiple provinces. The update provides a reference point on Cambodia’s security and anti-drug enforcement activity involving police and military police units.
Cambodia’s Press and Quick Reaction Unit published a border security update reporting armed incidents and cross-border attacks along the Cambodia-Thailand frontier in Preah Vihear and Oddar Meanchey provinces. The report documents developments relevant to Cambodia’s sovereignty, military security, and border governance.
The Banteay Meanchey Provincial Police Commissariat convened a meeting to disseminate its security and public order protection plan for the 32nd SEA Games and 12th ASEAN Para Games. The session outlined task allocation, responsibilities, and operational goals for police forces to ensure safety during the royal torch relay and related events in the province.
The Banteay Meanchey Provincial Police Commissariat issued a public notice about a fake Facebook account using the name "Pho Sophorn" and the image of Provincial Police Commissioner Sith Luos as a logo. The commissariat disclaimed responsibility for any misinformation or illegal activity from the fake account, clarified the details of the commissioner’s official page, and warned the account creator to delete the images or face legal action.
The General Department of Immigration participated in a meeting with France’s Ministry of the Interior to discuss strengthening cooperation on security and governance. The discussion focused on enhancing joint action against international and regional threats to internal security within the framework of friendly and partnership relations.
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