The Latest Breaking News from Cambodia

Situation 'fragile' at border as Chinese tanks arrive

The situation along the Thai-Cambodian border remains fragile, but is still under control, says National Security Council (NSC) secretary-general Chatchai Bangchuad.

Bangkok Post · Jun 10

5,300 of 36,000 Indian SIMs used in Cambodia for Rs 100-crore cyber fraud in India

Enforcement Directorate uncovered a massive cyber fraud network. Thousands of Indian SIM cards were activated fraudulently. These SIMs were then used from Cambodia to commit financial crimes across India. The agency has identified key individuals involved in this operation. Searches have been conducted, leading to the seizure of bank accounts…

The Economic Times · Jun 8

Cambodia scam centres still operating despite crackdowns, says Amnesty

Amnesty alleges abuse of trafficking victims and criticises ​authorities for treating them as migrants, while Cambodian government ​rejects report, cites ongoing enforcement and challenges from transnational criminal networks

Bangkok Post · Jun 8

Drawing for duty: Inside Thailand's controversial military lottery

Every year, a nationwide military lottery determines the fate of tens of thousands of young men in Thailand. Military conscription is mandatory for all men aged 21 and over. Following armed confrontations between Thailand and Cambodia in July 2025 and again in December, tensions remain high despite a ceasefire and…

France 24 · Jun 5

Thai victims of ‘fake girlfriend’ scam held captive in Cambodia by Chinese group

Thai victims of a "fake girlfriend" call centre scam were held captive and forgotten inside rented rooms in Cambodia for more than half a month by a Chinese group that were escaping a major Cambodian police crackdown.

Bangkok Post · Jun 5

Rising costs may nudge up snack prices

Thai snack manufacturers face several challenges this year, from rising costs for logistics and packaging to the impact of the border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia.

Bangkok Post · Jun 4

Border move 'saps trust'

Cambodia's decision to initiate compulsory conciliation proceedings under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (Unclos) has undermined trust and complicated efforts to reach a negotiated settlement on overlapping maritime claims, Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said.

Bangkok Post · Jun 3

Maritime row goes global

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has brushed aside concerns over Cambodia's move to notify the United Nations of its intention to pursue compulsory dispute settlement under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (Unclos) following Thailand's withdrawal from the 2001 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU 44).

Bangkok Post · Jun 2

Cambodia initiates action with UN agency to force conciliation of maritime dispute with Thailand

Cambodia has filed for compulsory conciliation under a U.N. maritime law agreement to resolve a sea border dispute with Thailand

The Independent UK · Jun 2

Indian travellers can now make UPI payments across Cambodia

Indian travellers can now pay in Cambodia using UPI. This new service allows them to scan Cambodia's KHQR code with their UPI apps. Payments are possible at millions of merchant locations. This initiative simplifies transactions for tourists. It also benefits Cambodian businesses by connecting them to Indian consumers.

The Economic Times · Jun 2