Border Displacement Response: Cambodia’s Interior Ministry has created six “Waiting Villages” (Rong Cham I–VI) in Banteay Meanchey to house families displaced by last year’s Thailand border clashes, citing continued Thai barriers and damage to homes and infrastructure. Royal Health & Continuity: King Norodom Sihamoni returned safely from Beijing after successful prostate surgery, with gradual recovery reported by the Royal Palace. Cambodia–China Party Diplomacy: National Assembly President Khuon Sudary sent CPC’s 105th anniversary congratulations, reaffirming “ironclad” Cambodia–China friendship and a shared-future community. Cambodia–Japan People-to-People: The NA president reiterated “Heart-to-Heart” ties with Japan as a farewell meeting with the outgoing Japanese ambassador highlighted long-term support, including humanitarian help during the border crisis. Regional Geopolitics: Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing began his first visit to an ASEAN member state by arriving in Laos, signing MOUs and drawing analyst attention to ASEAN fault lines. Humanitarian Partnership: PM Hun Manet met the ICRC’s regional head, who pledged continued support after work on displaced people, prison healthcare, and physical rehabilitation. Energy Finance for SMEs: ADB and partners launched an Energy Efficiency Revolving Fund to help Cambodian SMEs scale energy-saving investments. ASEAN–India Women in Science: Cambodia will host the 2nd ASEAN-India Women in Science Conclave in Phnom Penh (July 8–10), aiming to expand women’s roles in STEM. Capital Markets Push: Cambodia’s securities regulator says the CSX could reach about $1B in capital by end-2026 as more firms list, including a new IPO roadshow. Labor Rights Flashpoint: NagaWorld union members protested in Phnom Penh after court summonses, renewing demands for reinstatement and an end to criminal cases tied to the long-running dispute.