Cambodia–Korea Joint Task Force Yields Results in Online Scam Fight
Cambodia–Korea Joint Task Force Yields Results in Online Scam Fight
PHNOM PENH, Feb 21, 2026 — Cambodia has pledged to expand cooperation with South Korea across all sectors, with a particular focus on combating online scam operations, Deputy Prime Minister Vongsey Vissoth said during a meeting with Seoul’s ambassador on Friday.
In talks with South Korean Ambassador Kim Chang Yong at the Council of Ministers, Vongsey Vissoth reaffirmed the Cambodian government’s commitment — under the leadership of Prime Minister Hun Manet — to eliminate online scam networks from the country.
He said the strategy includes prevention, law enforcement crackdowns, public education and close collaboration with foreign partners, including South Korea. He also welcomed what he described as positive results from recent joint operations carried out by task forces from both countries.
In response, Ambassador Kim conveyed appreciation from South Korea’s president for Cambodia’s close cooperation in tackling online scams, saying the joint efforts had produced meaningful outcomes that enhance security and safety for South Korean citizens.
Online scam centers operating in parts of Southeast Asia have drawn increasing scrutiny in recent years, with several governments strengthening cross-border enforcement and intelligence sharing.
The meeting also touched on broader bilateral ties, including preparations to mark the 30th anniversary of the resumption of diplomatic relations between Cambodia and South Korea.
Cambodia and South Korea upgraded their ties to a “strategic partnership” in 2024. South Korea has provided approximately $2 billion in concessional loans to support Cambodia’s socio-economic development and employs around 70,000 Cambodian workers. Bilateral trade has also grown under the two countries’ free trade agreement.
Both sides said there remains significant potential to further expand cooperation, particularly in security, technology and economic development.
