Cambodia

Violence and Legal Battles Threaten Journalism in Another Difficult Week

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Global press freedom faces mounting institutional pressure according to the Press Freedom Tracker, with authorities across multiple jurisdictions deploying cybercrime statutes, criminal proceedings, and regulatory powers to penalize reporting in the public interest. Recent documented actions from July 2026 highlight a persistent tension between independent media and state mechanisms, balanced against judicial interventions and labor … Read more

Taiwan Reviews PNG LNG Imports Following Forced Office Closure

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Taiwan is reviewing liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from Papua New Guinea following the Pacific nation’s decision to shut down Taipei’s unofficial representative office. Taiwanese Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung said the government had launched a review of bilateral economic ties as a direct response to the diplomatic shift, which Port Moresby linked to its commitment … Read more

Eswatini Receives 11 More US Deportees Under Controversial Deal

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The Kingdom of Eswatini has received its fourth group of third-country nationals (TCNs) deported from the United States, bringing the total number of individuals transferred under a secretive bilateral agreement to at least 30. Acting Government Spokesperson Thabile Mdluli confirmed the arrival of 11 migrants in a statement issued Thursday, asserting that the transfers align … Read more

Empowering Women Scientists to Tackle Climate Change and Food Security in Cambodia

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International officials at the Second Asean-India Women Scientists Conclave in Phnom Penh have called for urgent government intervention to increase female representation in science, technology, and innovation (STI). Leaders from Cambodia, India, and the Philippines argue that excluding women from these sectors hinders progress on critical global issues, including climate change and food security. Why … Read more

Cambodian King Returns Home After Cancer Treatment in China

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Cambodia’s King Norodom Sihamoni returned to Phnom Penh on Friday, July 3, following medical treatment for prostate cancer in Beijing. According to the Royal Palace and state media, the 73-year-old monarch’s health has improved after undergoing successful surgery overseen by Chinese medical specialists. Why did King Norodom Sihamoni seek treatment in China? The King traveled … Read more

Cambodia Cracks Down on Scams: What Do the Numbers Reveal?

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Cambodia’s Scam Crackdown: What’s Next for the Illicit Industry? Why the Crackdown’s Impact Is in Question Amnesty International’s recent report casts doubt on the effectiveness of Cambodia’s high-profile crackdown on scam operations. According to the NGO, the government failed to dismantle the “vast majority” of scam sites, with over 70% of identified compounds evading enforcement. … Read more

Filipino Woman on Trial Claims Cambodia Scam Syndicate Job Was a Trap

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The trial of 35-year-old Filipina national De Villar Rizalyn Panganiban began its defence phase on Thursday, June 4, centering on her alleged involvement in a transnational scam syndicate. Panganiban, who is the first of 12 individuals charged in a cross-border operation to face trial, stands accused of conspiring to cheat Singaporean victims through government official … Read more

Global Signal Exchange Launches Enhanced Fraud Detection and Prevention System

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Global Signal Exchange Unveils Advanced Tools to Combat Digital Fraud The Global Signal Exchange (GSE) made waves at the ScamReady ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur with the release of version 2.6.0 of its fraud intelligence platform. This update introduces enhanced features like the GSE Compass tool, which now supports multi-country queries and real-time data sharing … Read more

Indonesia to review visa waivers after foreign scammers’ arrests – Politics

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The End of Uncomplicated Entry? How Indonesia’s Crackdown on Scam Hubs Could Reshape ASEAN Travel For years, the ease of movement within Southeast Asia has been a cornerstone of regional integration and a massive driver for tourism. However, a shifting security landscape is forcing a reckoning. Indonesia’s recent decision to review visa-free entry for several … Read more

Mother of South African woman jailed in Thailand pins hopes on a royal pardon

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Navigating the Legal Minefield: The Rising Risks of Foreign Incarceration For many, the dream of living and working abroad is a hallmark of the modern “digital nomad” or expatriate lifestyle. However, as the case of Ashley Oosthuizen illustrates, the gap between a dream and a legal nightmare can be as thin as a signature on … Read more

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