Cambodia Intensifies Online Scam Crackdown - National Police Chief Emphasizes Citizen Safety and National Honor

General Sar Thet, Director General of the National Police, has instructed national police forces at all levels to enhance monitoring, investigation, prevention, and suppression of all forms of transnational crimes, including online scams. He stated that this is crucial to ensure the safety of the people, public order, and social security, and particularly to restore Cambodia's integrity and honor. During a security operations review meeting held on the morning of July 7, 2026, General Sar Thet pointed out that Cambodia is negatively impacted by the geopolitical competitive pressure between major powers, the continued occurrence of terrorism, and the use of technology as a means to commit crimes globally. He emphasized that under these circumstances, police forces must resolutely cooperate to overcome all obstacles and provide a higher level of safety and order to the people. The Director General reiterated his call for relevant officials to further increase their attention to serious crimes such as murder (of both Cambodian and foreign citizens), kidnapping, extortion, drug offenses, human trafficking, juvenile delinquency, illegal gambling, and economic crimes that affect the health of the people. Meanwhile, General Sar Thet expressed his admiration and high appreciation for police officers of all ranks who have strived diligently to fulfill their duties for the safety of the people and the nation as a whole.