Cybercrime Crackdown: A U.S.-led operation with the FBI and international partners says it took down 1M+ scam-related online accounts and froze millions in crypto tied to scam compounds across Laos, Cambodia and Myanmar, arresting 63 people. Hydropower Skills Transfer: At Cambodia’s China Huadian Lower Stung Russei Chrum plant, a Cambodian technician credits Chinese training for moving from helper roles to assistant director and training others. Natural Resources Enforcement: Cambodia recorded 896 natural resource crimes in Jan–May 2026, with forestry violations leading; activists warn enforcement must also target powerful backers. U.S.-Cambodia Ties & Aviation: U.S. Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau praised progress and the Open Skies deal, highlighting support for American investment and tourism potential. UK Trade Push: The UK trade envoy visits to deepen trade, energy transition talks, and education/skills partnerships as Cambodia prepares to graduate from LDC status. Rural Livelihoods: A former refugee camp in Svay Chek reopens as a free-range chicken cooperative, backing 600+ families with chicks, training and buy-back contracts. Garment Trade Pressure: Bangladesh’s RMG exports to the U.S. fell 11.24% in Jan–Apr, while Vietnam, Cambodia and Indonesia posted growth—signaling shifting demand. Tourism Connectivity: Cambodia and Vietnam pledged more cross-border tourism links, including air, maritime and Mekong cruise routes. Forced Labor Tariff Risk: Cambodia says it will cooperate with USTR on forced-labor import concerns as new U.S. duties are proposed.