Cambodia Cracks Down on Online Scams: Svay Rieng Governor Briefs Media on Raids

On September 21st, the Governor of Svay Rieng Province, Cambodia, briefed approximately 39 national and international media outlets at the former Golden Galaxy Casino site in Bavet City, which has been identified as a location for online scam operations. The Governor provided a detailed account to the media regarding the authorities' recent intensive investigations and crackdown operations against online criminal activities. This included explanations of legal procedures, investigative actions, on-site inspections, and the tangible results achieved in preventing and suppressing illegal acts within the aforementioned casino and other locations across Svay Rieng Province. He emphasized that this briefing and site visit for the media serve to demonstrate the strong commitment and transparency of the Svay Rieng Provincial Administration and the Royal Government of Cambodia in eradicating online scam offenses, illegal gambling, and human trafficking. This initiative is part of broader efforts to ensure public safety and order, and to enhance the nation's international standing. This action highlights Cambodia's intensified efforts to crack down on criminal syndicates, particularly those involved in online scams targeting foreign workers and investors. In recent years, numerous online scam hubs have been discovered within Cambodia, especially in economic zones and former casino premises, raising international concern.