Cambodia and Indonesia have pledged to strengthen bilateral cooperation in combating online scams, identifying tech-based fraud as a complex global issue that requires coordinated international intervention, according to a press release issued by Cambodia’s Commission for Combating Online Scams (CCOS).
Bilateral Talks Target Regional Cyber Scam Ecosystems
The joint commitment was finalized during a meeting in Phnom Penh between Cambodian Senior Minister Chhay Sinarith, who heads the CCOS Secretariat, and visiting Indonesian Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Arif Havas Oegroseno. According to the CCOS press release, the talks focused on dismantling transnational cyber fraud operations.
During the discussions, Oegroseno praised Cambodia’s ongoing enforcement actions against illicit networks. He stated that online scams form a global fraud ecosystem requiring collective action to dismantle, according to the official statement. Indonesia offered to support these regional efforts by strengthening the capacity of law enforcement officials and boosting cross-border cooperation.
Phnom Penh to Host Global Anti-Scam Summit
To build on these counter-fraud measures, Cambodia will host the International Conference on Combating Online Scams in Phnom Penh. According to CCOS, the high-level summit is scheduled to take place from September 23 to 24, providing a platform for nations to share operational experiences and discuss unified countermeasures against tech-based financial crimes.
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According to official government figures, Cambodia shut down 737 online scam centers—including 72 casinos—between June 2025 and June 2026 as part of a nationwide crackdown.
Deportations and Enforcement Statistics
The diplomatic push aligns with an unprecedented domestic crackdown launched by Cambodian authorities to restore public safety and improve the country’s international image. A government statement released showed that sweeping raids targeted hundreds of illicit facilities operating within its borders.
By June, authorities had deported a total of 21,102 foreigners representing 38 distinct nationalities in connection with cyber scam operations, according to official figures.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the main outcome of the meeting between Cambodia and Indonesia?
According to CCOS, Cambodian Senior Minister Chhay Sinarith and Indonesian Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Arif Havas Oegroseno agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation and capacity building to combat transnational online scams.
When and where is the upcoming anti-scam conference taking place?
Cambodia will host the International Conference on Combating Online Scams in Phnom Penh from September 23 to 24, according to official disclosures.
How many scam centers has Cambodia shut down recently?
According to a government statement, authorities shut down 737 online scam centers, including 72 casinos, between June 2025 and June 2026.
How many individuals have been deported from Cambodia over cyber scams?
Government data shows that a total of 21,102 foreigners of 38 nationalities were deported by June in connection with illicit scam operations.
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