Phnom Penh: Cambodian Interior Minister Sar Sokha told US-ABC that large-scale online scam groups have been almost 100 percent eliminated, while authorities continue to dismantle smaller groups.
Deputy Prime Minister Sar Sokha’s remarks were made during a working meeting with a delegation from the ASEAN-US Business Council (US-ABC) led by Brian McFeeters, President and CEO of the US-ASEAN Business Council, at the Ministry of Interior’s conference hall on July 21, 2026.
During the meeting, the US-ABC President expressed his appreciation and high appreciation for the active efforts of the Royal Government of Cambodia, including the Ministry of Interior. In clearing the online scam, His Excellency considered this operation a great effort.
He also deeply thanked the leadership, relevant authorities, and the Ministry of Interior forces who always pay attention to creating a favorable environment for American companies present in Cambodia to have confidence and warmth in their business operations.
In response, Deputy Prime Minister Sar Sokha further emphasized that as the head of the Royal Government, the Ministry of Interior continues to be firmly committed to clearing the online scam because this crime is a burden on the shoulders that must be resolved.
The Head of the Ministry of Interior also informed the delegation about the recent results: “Large-scale fraud groups “It has been cleared almost 100 percent, and Cambodian authorities are continuing to crack down on small groups, while more than 300,000 foreigners have voluntarily left and been expelled from Cambodia, returning to their countries of origin.”
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