Border Return & Services: Nearly 620,000 people displaced by Cambodia’s border tensions have returned home, but dozens of schools and health facilities remain closed in Oddar Meanchey, Banteay Meanchey and Preah Vihear. Media & Rights: The Ministry of Information and international partners reviewed new media guidelines to protect women, children and persons with disabilities. Land & Livelihoods: In Preah Vihear, residents met authorities over land disputes tied to large concessions, alleging crop clearing and threats. Heritage Under Fire: Cambodia’s Culture Ministry strongly condemned Thai military destruction of the wooden staircase to K’nar Temple and protested related tourism plans. Angkor Conservation: Park Hyatt Siem Reap teamed with World Monuments Fund to train local heritage foremen and offer guests small-scale learning at Angkor. Community & Culture: Malaysian diaspora celebrated Hari Keluarga Malaysia 2026 in Phnom Penh with family games, crafts and food. Education & Safety: Cambodia’s Education Ministry signed a Japan MoU to strengthen road-safety education, while TVET and skills development discussions continue with partners like ADB. Scam Crackdown Context: Japanese police-linked call-centre allegations point to Cambodia’s Poipet as a hub, as Cambodia continues anti-scam enforcement.