Phnom Penh Authorities Intensify Online Scam Crackdown, Instruct Districts on Expert Measures
Phnom Penh Governor has instructed all 14 district administrations to actively implement expert measures to identify and apprehend suspects involved in online scams. This directive, issued on July 28, 2026, aims for timely and effective crackdowns, alongside strengthening public service delivery.
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