PHNOM PENH — In a decisive move to uphold the rule of law and maintain public order, Cambodian competent authorities executed a series of large-scale operations targeting online fraudulent activities across several provinces. From April 6 to April 7, 2026, specialized forces successfully intervened at four key locations in Phnom Penh, Kep, and Banteay Meanchey, resulting in the detention of 398 foreign nationals suspected of involvement in sophisticated cybercrime syndicates.
In the capital city of Phnom Penh, two separate raids in the Sen Sok district uncovered organized operations masquerading as foreign law enforcement to facilitate romance and investment scams targeting international victims. Authorities seized an extensive array of telecommunications equipment, including hundreds of computers and mobile devices, as well as counterfeit uniforms. Parallel operations in Kep and Banteay Meanchey further dismantled decentralized cells operating within residential and commercial premises. These operations were conducted under the strategic guidance of the Royal Government of Cambodia, emphasizing a policy of zero tolerance for transnational crime within the Kingdom’s borders.
This multi-agency effort, coordinated by provincial administrations, the National Police, and the judiciary, underscores Cambodia’s commitment to international security cooperation. The Ministry of Interior continues to provide rigorous oversight to ensure these enforcement actions are carried out with professionalism and transparency. Moving forward, the Royal Government remains steadfast in its resolve to strengthen the nation’s digital landscape and protect the integrity of its jurisdictional sovereignty against global criminal threats.