Cambodia

Social issues and public affairs across Cambodia.

Cambodia reports deportation of 331 Chinese nationals on March 21–22

Authorities reported deporting 331 Chinese nationals, including 16 women, in cases involving suspected online scams or unlawful residence and work.

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Cambodian Human Rights Committee reports 56 documents on border conflict

At a March 23 meeting, Keo Sothy described submissions to international mechanisms and 29 bilateral meetings. Allegations concerning Thai actions, detained soldiers and rights violations remain the committee’s stated claims and positions.

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Hun Sen asks whether viral “two husbands” story is genuine or staged

Senate President Hun Sen asked those concerned to clarify whether a TikTok story about a woman with two husbands was genuine or staged in a March 23 evening post.

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Phnom Penh hotel scam raid reportedly detains 49 people

Police searched several floors of a Sen Sok hotel on March 22 afternoon, reportedly detaining 49 and seizing computing equipment, 687 phones and 46 Malaysian SIM cards. Initial findings concern an alleged fake-investment scheme.

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Phnom Penh police detain 49 people in suspected online-investment scam raid

The March 22 raid reportedly detained 43 Chinese nationals and seized computers, phones and Malaysian SIM cards.

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Hun Manet announces nationwide fuel and electricity savings measures

A March 19 circular called for tighter spending controls, fewer journeys and more efficient electricity use.

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Phnom Penh police conduct night checks for weapons and drugs

Joint police teams set up checkpoints on March 20, with results to be released by police.

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Cambodian rice federation and chamber office in New Zealand sign cooperation MOU

The March 20 agreement aims to expand rice exports, exchange market information and connect businesses and investment, with support from ARDB.

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Cambodia increases fuel imports from Singapore and Malaysia

In a March 18 interview, Energy Minister Keo Rottanak said supply sources were being diversified and the share of closed petrol stations had fallen to 5.77%.

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Phnom Penh police investigate disputed driver identity in crash injuring boy

After the March 18 evening crash, the vehicle’s occupants said a woman drove, while residents alleged a man was driving. Police said they were investigating and questioning both occupants; the boy’s relatives called for justice.

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