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Cambodia has deported more than 15,000 foreigners—mostly Chinese nationals—linked to online fraud schemes over the past two years, according to Interior Minister Sar Sokha. The figure reflects an aggressive campaign under Prime Minister Hun Manet’s administration to stamp out cybercrime and restore public trust.

 

Speaking at a workshop on technology-based fraud and money laundering, Sokha compared the current crackdown to the previous government mandate, which saw over 21,000 deportations under former Prime Minister Hun Sen. “Online scams have become more sophisticated and global in nature,” Sokha said, urging coordinated efforts to combat the threat.

 

The government launched a nationwide anti-fraud campaign on 14 July, mobilising ministries, local authorities and law enforcement to target scam networks. Since June, more than 3,000 suspects—most of them foreigners—have been arrested, and 2,500 deported. Authorities have also referred 70 alleged ringleaders to court for prosecution.

 

One high-profile case involved Chinese national Cai Jincheng, arrested on 3 October in Phnom Penh’s Sen Sok district. He was charged with aggravated fraud and remains in custody, while 17 others arrested in the same raid were deported. Police seized 16 passports, 16 computers and 11 laptops during the operation.

 

Sokha said the campaign demonstrates the government’s commitment to protecting national security and public order. “Cambodia is no longer just a target—it’s a battleground in the global fight against online fraud,” he warned.

 

The crackdown comes amid growing concern over the country’s reputation as a hub for scam operations, often run out of private villas and disguised as legitimate tech businesses. Officials say the new mandate will enforce stricter legal measures and ensure swift deportation of foreign nationals involved in such crimes.

 

As Cambodia tightens its grip on cybercrime, the message is clear: online fraud will not be tolerated, and those responsible—regardless of nationality—will face the full force of the law.

 

 

-2025-10-10

Good.

A step on the road to improving relations with Thailand ...

Well done Cambodia....is Thailand also cracking down on cybercrime

4 hours ago, Aussie999 said:

Well done Cambodia....is Thailand also cracking down on cybercrime

Yes