Young Cambodian Men and Women Show Commitment to Military Service
Young Cambodian Men and Women Show Commitment to Military Service
PHNOM PENH, Oct. 1, 2026 — Cambodian young men and women aged between 18 and 25 have begun voluntarily submitting applications to fulfil military service obligations for 2026, as the recruitment process officially got underway on October 1.
On the first day of the implementation of the 2026 military service programme, young people visited application and registration locations across the 14 district-level gendarmerie units in Phnom Penh to submit their applications.
The application process was reported to have proceeded smoothly, with participants demonstrating a strong sense of initiative and responsibility.
The participation of young Cambodians reflects their awareness of their responsibilities as citizens, as well as their willingness to contribute to the country and society through military service.
The recruitment process marks the beginning of the implementation of military service obligations for 2026, with eligible citizens being invited to participate through the designated application and registration centres.
