TVET & Jobs: Rural youth in Kampong Chhnang are finding new livelihoods through Smiling Gecko Cambodia’s aquaculture and general education training, showing how skills programs can turn dropouts into workers. Anti-Corruption: Cambodia’s Anti-Corruption Unit is probing commune-sangkat fund irregularities and has launched investigations into officials over alleged procurement misuse. Fraud & Visas: Three foreign affairs ministry officials were charged over alleged fraudulent embezzlement and money laundering tied to issuing more than 6,000 visas used by people behind online fraud. Energy Resilience: A new CDRI report warns Cambodia’s reliance on imported fuel and fertiliser makes it vulnerable to global shocks, urging diversification, green skills, and strategic reserves plus targeted support for households. Food Security Governance: The National Assembly will host a multi-stakeholder dialogue on responsible investment for food and climate security with FAO and AIPA support. Agri-Logistics Push: SEMMARIS is advancing a feasibility study for an international-grade fresh food wholesale market in Phnom Penh with WorldBridge Group. Cambodia-Russia & Saudi Diplomacy: Phnom Penh is deepening cooperation with Russia and Saudi Arabia, with trade, investment, energy, agriculture, and private-sector links on the agenda. Banking Footprint: Woori Bank cut seven Cambodia branches as it shifts toward profitability and corporate/investment banking focus. ASEAN Film Festival: AFF 2026 opened in Hong Kong with free screenings across ASEAN stories and music.