AI Governance & Speech Freedom: Meta’s oversight study says major AI chatbots are more likely to refuse criticism of restrictive leaders, raising fears that AI could spread government influence online. Cambodia–China Investment Push: Cambodia’s PM Hun Manet met Chinese firms in Beijing, with CMEC backing an LNG power plant in Koh Kong and signaling more energy and agriculture investment. Renewables & Strategic Industry: Shandong (Cambodia) Economic and Technological Development Zone plans to expand in Cambodia, prioritizing renewable energy alongside its agro-industrial base. AI Projects in Cambodia: Beijing Star AI proposed four initiatives, including an ASEAN intelligent computing centre and film-grade AI agent R&D, aiming to boost digital commerce and content creation. Digital Devices Manufacturing: Haier and a Cambodian partner plan the country’s first tablet assembly plant to widen affordable access for students and workers. Cybercrime Crackdown: Cambodia deported 16,000+ foreign cyber-scam suspects in H1 2026 and is drafting a tougher Law on Combating Technology-Based Fraud. Clean Energy & Grid Data: A new report argues Cambodia must lock in power-data governance terms as renewables and grid digitization expand. Environment Enforcement: Two Phnom Penh garment factories face penalties after inspections alleged excessive air pollution from burning fabric scraps. Tourism & Conservation Planning: Cambodia plans to upgrade Phnom Kulen National Park into a premier eco-tourism destination with stricter zoning and waste controls.