Online Fraud Crackdown Under Fire: Amnesty International says Cambodia’s yearlong crackdown on scam compounds failed to dismantle most sites and left trafficking victims unprotected, citing 86 compounds found (up from 53) and survivor accounts of abuse including sexual violence. Customs Trade Facilitation: Cambodia and China signed an Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) mutual recognition deal to speed up compliant firms’ customs clearance and cut inspections. Aviation Connectivity: Cambodia and the US concluded a draft Air Transport Agreement after 12 years, aiming to unlock direct connectivity for tourism, business travel and cargo. Skills for Jobs: Cambodia’s TVET push is enrolling 270,000+ learners, with preparations for National TVET Day and a target of 1.5 million youth from vulnerable households. Tourism Human Capital: Kampong Thom is awarding training certificates to 200+ trainees in hospitality and tourism roles to support the province’s tourism growth plan. Zero-Waste Momentum: Cambodia reports 14 million pledges to cut plastic bags as it expands sorting bins and pollution monitoring under its zero-waste drive. Regional Diplomacy: PM Hun Manet begins an official visit to Vietnam for the ASEAN Future Forum 2026, reinforcing trade and cooperation ties. Climate Action Culture: The “Clean Cambodia, Khmer Can Do” campaign frames daily cleanliness as climate mitigation, linking waste to methane and flooding risks. Industry Expansion Signal: Berli Jucker says it will expand in Vietnam, while Chinese firms pledge to grow industrial footprint in Svay Rieng’s Qilu SEZ.