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The United States has pressed Cambodia to pursue the architects and facilitators of online scam operations, not just foot soldiers. Phnom Penh reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating tech-based fraud through stricter implementation of its April law.
Penang police arrested eight foreign nationals accused of running an online travel scam from a luxury condominium. The syndicate allegedly defrauded victims across China and Taiwan through fake Japanese holiday packages.
Cambodia and Indonesia have committed to intensifying efforts against online scams, recognizing cybercrime as a transnational threat demanding coordinated regional action and institutional capacity-building.
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has committed to strengthening efforts against transnational online scam operations, acknowledging that criminal networks are becoming increasingly decentralized and complex across the region.
Cambodia has dismantled more than 200 online scam operations across Banteay Meanchey province over seven months, detaining tens of thousands of foreigners. However, authorities admit Poipet town remains a persistent hub for fraud activities despite intensified enforcement efforts.