Cyberfraud Crackdown: Phnom Penh and Sihanoukville police detained 86 suspects and seized hundreds of devices in raids tied to online scam operations, as authorities intensify efforts amid international scrutiny. Poverty & Cost Pressures: The World Bank warns Cambodia could see about 1.1 million more people fall into poverty if fuel prices keep rising, with growth forecast to slow and an aging-population challenge looming. Tourism Connectivity: Cambodia and Vietnam agreed to boost tourist flows and connectivity, including maritime links between Phu Quoc and Kampot and Mekong cruise routes reaching Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. Cambodia–US Ties: US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau praised progress in Cambodia–US relations, highlighting the Open Skies Agreement and Cambodia’s tourism potential. Border Messaging: Acting Head of State Hun Sen reiterated Cambodia will not choose war, framing “Waiting Village” shelters as temporary while pursuing peaceful legal steps to reclaim disputed territory. Culture & Nature: Cardamom Tented Camp launched an artist-in-residence programme in Botum Sakor, inviting Khmer artist Im Pesey to create forest-inspired works and host workshops. Heritage Spotlight: Four metal artifacts found in Kampong Thom were assessed as modern replicas after inspection by cultural authorities.