Cambodia–Malaysia Defence: RCAF Commander-in-Chief Gen. Vong Pisen met Malaysia’s Defence Chief Gen. Malek Razak Sulaiman, agreeing to deepen military cooperation and reaffirm peaceful border dispute resolution, with Malaysia cited for past UNTAC support and 2025 border dialogue facilitation. ASEAN Border Monitoring: Cambodia welcomed two Vietnamese officers to join the ASEAN Observer Team to observe the Cambodia–Thailand ceasefire and report on border conditions, stressing transparency and full implementation of 2025 agreements. Border Dispute at Francophonie: Senate First Vice President Ouch Borith told APF meetings in Yaoundé that Thailand is using UNCLOS procedures as a pretext to suspend the Joint Boundary Commission, warning this risks a “fait accompli” and undermines international law. Human Rights Diplomacy: Cambodia backed a UN Human Rights Council push to decriminalize homosexuality and said it plans to ratify the UN treaty abolishing the death penalty, while also raising border-related rights concerns with OHCHR. Economy & Trade: The IMF projected Cambodia’s growth slowing to 3.0% in 2026, citing higher energy prices, weak tourism, scam reputational damage, and subdued demand, urging structural reforms. Logistics Modernisation: Deputy PM Sun Chanthol chaired the 11th National Logistics Council meeting to modernise logistics and improve supply-chain efficiency to boost trade competitiveness. Water Reform: Industry Minister HEM Vanndy met World Bank officials to advance Cambodia’s water sector reform, including an independent regulator and progress toward universal clean water access. Digital Governance: Cambodia highlighted AI governance and digital infrastructure efforts, including verify.gov.kh, during UN-led AI governance dialogue. Tourism Pressure: A report linked tourism declines to border tensions and the “scam hub” reputation, noting government crackdown steps but warning the border issue remains a major constraint. Heat Stress on Garments: A new study warns rising extreme heat in Phnom Penh is worsening factory working conditions, with major shares of factories exceeding indoor heat thresholds, raising health and safety stakes for garment output. Regional Infrastructure with China: Cambodia and China agreed to fast-track key strategic projects, including the Funan Techo Canal and priority highways, aiming to cut bottlenecks and lift long-term growth.