Human Rights & Displacement: UN Special Rapporteur Tom Andrews says more than 20,000 Cambodians remain displaced after last year’s border conflict with Thailand, urging safe, voluntary returns and respect for international law. Heritage Protection: UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee condemned destruction of cultural sites during armed conflicts, with Cambodia calling for accountability and stronger protection cooperation. Anti-Scam Crackdown: The EU sanctioned an alleged cyberscam network tied to Cambodia, alleging forced scam work and trafficking inside “scam centre compounds.” Social Protection Funding: Australia pledged an extra A$3 million to strengthen Cambodia’s social protection and crisis response systems. Economic Resilience Loans: The ADB approved a $250m RISE loan to protect over 1 million vulnerable households and sustain 2026 social spending amid Middle East-driven cost shocks. Education & Youth: Cambodia’s education ministry is considering making science studies compulsory if enrollment keeps falling. Tourism Soft Power: Cambodia plans pilot nighttime temple visits and film tourism to diversify attractions and extend visitor stays. Culture & Craft: Banteay Meanchey’s handwoven silk krama took centre stage at a national forum promoting Khmer tourism handicrafts. Environment & Forests: Activist Ma Chettra was invited to provide evidence to the Ministry of Environment over alleged illegal logging in Prey Lang, Preah Vihear. Language & Identity: The British Embassy updated the official Khmer translation for “United Kingdom,” including a new short form “ព្រីតថេន.”