AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoOnline Scams Crackdown: Cambodia says it is gathering evidence against “masterminds” behind large-scale cyber fraud, stressing legal action needs time and proof, while warning that premature disclosure could let suspects flee. ICCOS-2026 Follow-Through: Prime Minister Hun Manet praised the International Conference on Combating Online Scams (ICCOS-2026) and the Phnom Penh Declaration, adopted by 28 countries and seven organisations with 11 commitments to break transnational scam chains. Digital Safety Skills: Experts at Cambodia ICT Camp 2026 in Siem Reap urged stronger digital literacy so people can spot online risks as AI and digital services expand. Climate Tech & Health Risk: New research warns “Super El Niño” could drive about 451,000 extra heat-related deaths globally by Feb 2027, with Southeast Asia including Cambodia projected to be among affected regions. Cultural Tech in Archaeology: A NASA-developed image technique is helping reveal hidden Angkor-era art and paintings, while a museum display highlights newly unearthed Angkor-era Buddha statue fragments. Mine Clearance Funding: The EU approved a $1.8m grant for mine clearance in Preah Vihear and Oddar Meanchey, using African giant rats trained by APOPO. Cambodia Skills Partnerships: Cambodia is expanding TVET cooperation with Finland and France, and also discussing skilled labour mobility with Türkiye. Money & Security: Cambodia issued new 50,000-riel and 100,000-riel banknotes to circulate alongside existing notes.
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