Online Scam Crackdown: Cambodia’s push against technology-enabled fraud is moving from ad hoc raids to a more coordinated national response, after the Law on Combating Online Scams took effect in April and the Commission for Combating Online Scams (CCOS) was set up in late 2025, with reported raids on 400+ locations, 25 casino license revocations, and about 20,000 deportations linked to scam networks. Natural Resources & Wildlife Protection: Senate President Hun Sen urged stronger enforcement against natural resource offences, spotlighting Prey Lang Wildlife Sanctuary and calling on local councils to deliver faster public services while also caring for soldiers’ families and war veterans. Preah Vihear Anniversary & Heritage Security: Cambodia marked the 18th anniversary of Preah Vihear’s UNESCO listing, with royal remarks praising conservation and sovereignty, while the Preah Vihear National Authority also recalled the 2025 destruction and displacement and outlined emergency actions for affected communities. Angkor Conservation & Culture: APSARA highlighted new archaeological finds at Ta Prohm, with restored Avalokiteśvara-related artifacts displayed in Siem Reap, and tourism stakeholders weighed a proposal for nighttime Angkor temple tours against monument preservation risks. Industrial Growth & Investment Push: Cambodia reported large-scale factories rising to 3,284 by end-May 2026, employing 1.33 million workers and drawing $27.6 billion in cumulative investment, alongside efforts to expand investment corridors in Kratie. Regional Border Tensions: Thailand rejected Cambodian claims of a grenade strike during a border incident in Surin, saying an investigation found no assault by Thai forces. Diplomatic/Development Ties: Japan signed a $171.3 million mixed financing package to upgrade teacher training and strengthen water management, reinforcing Phnom Penh’s education and climate resilience agenda.