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On October 21, media reports revealed that the Bangladeshi anti-trafficking group Anirban Survivor Voice Foundation called on the governments of Cambodia and Bangladesh to cooperate and arrange the repatriation of nearly 2,000 stranded Bangladeshi nationals before October 31.
Telecom fraud syndicates are increasingly resorting to face-to-face cash handovers to bypass strict banking controls.
Running into a fellow countryman asking for help overseas usually stirs sympathy, but in Malaysia, that goodwill is increasingly being weaponized by scammers.
Hiding inside a luxury villa to run scam calls did not keep the police away for long.
Whispers of tighter scrutiny at R&F City have once again sparked intense discussions across the local expat community. According to unverified claims from netizens, individuals who report illegal telecom fraud and scam activities at R&F City (Fuli Center City) in Phnom Penh can allegedly receive a reward of up to $1,000. While the claim has not been officially confirmed by authorities, the rumor is already spreading fast.
Anyone with elderly parents back home knows just how dangerous those free eggs and grocery giveaways at local parks can be.
Forest City in Johor Bahru is once again under the spotlight, this time over alleged cryptocurrency investment fraud. On October 16, seven Chinese nationals were brought before the Johor Bahru Magistrate Court, accused of criminal conspiracy to promote a fraudulent virtual currency investment project from two residential units in Forest City on October 1. All seven defendants maintained their innocence and pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Plans to expand Phnom Penh's connectivity across the Mekong River have taken another formal step forward.
Few would have guessed that a casual snapshot behind the wheel of a supercar on social media would eventually expose the Prince Group's clandestine web in North America.
UAE authorities have dealt a massive blow to an international syndicate that hunted crypto holders across the globe.
Behind those seemingly crude social media clips claiming to buy back old banknotes lies a ruthlessly calculated scam network preying on the elderly.
Chinese nationals running businesses in the Philippines are feeling an increasingly tight squeeze lately. According to multiple online submissions from local Chinese residents, law enforcement operations in Chinese-populated districts and business hubs have intensified notably in recent weeks, with inspection standards growing far more stringent.
Another worker has come forward to vent about the grim conditions at Site 4.
Cambodia's push for foreign capital is showing tangible momentum this year.
If you are still mining on Binance, it is time to prepare ahead.
Pitching hands-off, guaranteed returns online usually ends with investors never seeing a single dime of what was promised.
Setting up a shakedown scheme inside a flagship special economic zone was never going to last long.
The massive cross-border asset recovery surrounding the Tianjin Lantian Gerui fraud scheme has reached a key turning point in the UK.
Seemingly legitimate high-paying overseas job offers on social platforms often conceal predatory traps.
Another overseas investment fraud syndicate has reached the end of the line.
When a notification arrives citing your exact check-in date right after you book a room, almost anyone would let their guard down.
When a shady syndicate unravels, public feuds among insiders are usually not far behind.
Things broke into chaos in the Philippines again last night as law enforcement carried out a sudden raid on the well-known Xinhuatai compound.
As law enforcement tightens across Southeast Asia, familiar cross-border scam syndicates are steadily branching into South Asia.
Phnom Penh's Golden Street is under scrutiny again after local residents reported an illegal gambling den operating directly across from a well-known local landmark on the strip.
A simple browsing session on an online parenting forum has cost a 60-year-old Hong Kong clerk HK$21.5 million after she fell victim to a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam over the course of six months.
A community netizen has issued a warning advising crypto users to stay away from Bitget for now, claiming its wallet service is practically unusable.
Residents in Borey Ung Bunpeng, formerly known as Borey Peng Heng, in Phnom Penh's Dangkor District have voiced rising concerns over alleged cyber fraud rings operating in their neighborhood. Locals reported that several villas remain fully lit from 1 AM until dawn with heavy cigarette smoke drifting out. Despite complaints lodged with local authorities, no inspections have taken place, while community security guards reportedly tipped off foreign occupants ahead of scheduled administrative checks.
Another social media investment scam has been dismantled. Pakistan’s National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) Hazara wing recently arrested five suspects in Abbottabad for orchestrated financial fraud. Investigators revealed that the network comprised around 25 suspects across Abbottabad and Islamabad, who collectively duped a victim out of 18 million PKR, with 5.5 million PKR recovered so far.
A sudden police presence was reported in Phnom Penh.
The Philippines' leading e-wallet, GCash, is rapidly transforming from a digital payment tool into an all-around retail investment hub.
If your work visa was tied to a blacklisted company, waiting out an Order to Leave (OTL) might turn into a prolonged headache.
After moving abroad, some illegal offshore gaming workers are reportedly heading back to the Philippines.
As law enforcement intensifies crackdowns on centralized compound parks, cyber fraud rings are shifting toward decentralized "work-from-home" setups. On October 1, police in Takeo Province raided a residential house in Angkor Borei District, arresting 23-year-old local suspect Hut Laiheang on charges of online scamming and money laundering.
A wage dispute has emerged at Blue Bay. A team member recently called out "Boss Liu" of Office 1619, demanding immediate settlement of overdue July salaries.
If you are staying in hotels or apartments in Phnom Penh this October, keep your paperwork organized and close at hand.
Another nightlife dispute has flared up in Johor Bahru. A worker at Supreme One club in JB publicly called out a mamasan named Susen, accusing her of refusing to settle earned wages despite repeated face-to-face requests.
Follow-up details have emerged regarding the recent raid on the Alpha Building in Makati.
Thinking that wiping chat histories or relying on Telegram keeps everything safe? Law enforcement forensics tools just took another leap forward.
Another banking entity in Cambodia is closing its doors.
Reports have emerged from Kandal Province where a man's body was discovered in a local river.
A manager at a Phnom Penh venue has been publicly exposed by employees. According to netizen reports, a manager named "A Long" at Xingyao International KTV (formerly F1) routinely abuses his position to pressure female staff into sleeping with him for free, issuing arbitrary fines and fabricating infractions against anyone who refuses.
A 30-year-old former Philippine POGO worker has shared his cautionary experience of losing nearly 10 million RMB in cryptocurrency trading after returning to China. Having left the Philippines in 2023 following Marcos's election, he took up crypto out of boredom, starting with tens of thousands of yuan. As the numbers went up, he dropped his guard and funneled his life savings along with borrowed money from relatives into Binance.
Several premises in Phnom Penh's Pur Senchey district appear to be back in motion shortly after law enforcement intervention.
Cambodia's digital payment sector is tightening rapidly. Official records from the National Bank of Cambodia show that as of August 31, 2026, the number of licensed payment service institutions dropped to 26, down from 30 at the end of 2025. Four operators exited the market within just eight months.
Heading to Singapore under the 30-day visa-free policy? Do not forget that submitting the SG Arrival Card remains mandatory for all foreign travelers. Visa exemption does not exempt you from this entry declaration, which can only be submitted within three days before arrival, including the arrival date itself.
Law enforcement pressure across Southeast Asia is tightening again as another telecom fraud operation has been exposed.
Numbers on the screen can be faked at will, but cashing out is always a dead end.
You can now spend USDT directly at offline stores across Japan without exchanging for cash first.
Another building in Phnom Penh has been targeted in a surprise raid.
Footage from inside a scam compound in the Philippines recently showed the entire floor erupting into cheers and applause. To an outsider, it might look like a legitimate sales team celebrating a milestone, but behind the celebration is another family bled dry of their life savings.
Something is stirring over in Bavet.
A new Bloomberg investigation reveals that Chinese tax authorities have initiated an unprecedented enforcement campaign tracking ultra-wealthy individuals.
Labor unions and employers in Cambodia have once again reached a stalemate over upcoming minimum wage adjustments.
Police are investigating a fraud case involving the use of fake social media accounts.
A fraud ring in Forest City was just busted, and a large number of suspected scam devices were found in a residence.
In a foreign land, daily life revolves around the essentials like food and basic needs.
Dwindling foot traffic forced a shop owner to close, but their planned exit turned sour when the landlord refused to refund the deposit or let them remove the air conditioning equipment they had bought.
Operating on social visas, scammers rented luxury apartments near the Petronas Twin Towers to run fake investment phone scams. Police raided two dens in two days, seizing numerous computers and phones.
As trade ledgers boom with exports of rice and bananas, roadside construction sites and shipping containers hold the quiet daily lives of workers far from home.
A hidden call center was uncovered in a capital residential area, with hundreds of phones and computers seized. So many people were arrested that the venue was turned into a temporary detention center.
Law enforcement officers searched a call center in a residential area overnight, seizing over 1,000 computers and phones. Making a living isn't easy, but taking the wrong path is never the answer.
From Bavet's Shengshi Henghe to AI Port, a dissolved company refused to pay wages after making a fortune off stolen clients, forcing unpaid employees to hand evidence over to the police.
Left unpaid despite their hard work, employees are struggling to recover their wages after a shareholder was arrested upon returning to China and the boss deleted their accounts and fled.
Two suspects have been detained for cryptocurrency fraud.
Following online reports of factory managers verbally abusing workers, a Ministry of Labor spokesperson is seeking leads and reminding the public to report labor issues by calling 1286.
Despite a surge in local pharmacies, domestic drug manufacturing hasn't kept pace, leaving patients mostly reliant on imported medicines.
Cambodia's central bank has taken control of Chief Commercial Bank in Phnom Penh for three months due to compliance issues. Some withdrawals may be paused, but loan repayments remain mandatory.
Ahead of the new school term, local officials and residents teamed up to distribute flyers in communities, urging parents to promptly register their school-aged children for school.
U.S. driverless taxi firm Waymo is expanding into Southeast Asia, starting with road tests in Singapore over the coming months ahead of an expected passenger launch in 2028.
Just a few days into the Asian Games, Cambodia has claimed two bronze medals in cue sports, currently placing 18th on the medal table.
Turkish police launch major operation against international fraud, detaining 201 individuals.
Union leader warns that raising wages without proper investigation could impact workers' lives.
Police have dismantled a fraud ring that used fake offshore licenses and manipulated backend systems to steal over 10 million yuan.
Several Khmer films are set to be screened in Los Angeles, marking the first time a local film company is leading a group into overseas markets.
Without film crews or cameras, videos can be generated by simply typing a few lines of text. These "fast-food" dramas are now reaching local smartphones via the internet.
A cross-border investigation reveals that Chen Xing is involved in Hong Kong and Taiwan's film and television entertainment industry, highlighting a complex background.
Officials say 300,000 mobile phones were seized in a major anti-fraud operation, with plans to take representatives from over 20 countries to the site as the crackdown sweeps the streets.
Former workers at Zhongxin Park's Sector 4 have exposed their employer for forcing 14- to 16-hour workdays, alleging frequent beatings and threats from managers and team leaders.
According to local officials, over 40 Chinese companies across various industries are targeting Kampong Speu province, planning to explore investment opportunities to set up or expand their businesses.
Phnom Penh Governor Khuong Sreng hopes more compliant foreign capital will enter the capital to drive the local economy and boost tourism.
AMON plans to build a local wire manufacturing plant incorporating Japanese technology to enhance electrical safety and strengthen the supply chain.
Both sides have deepened communication regarding labor regulations, social security, and vocational training, reassuring investors looking to set up factories.
As Cambodia’s minimum wage negotiations remain locked in debate, union representatives argue the proposed $250 base salary lacks proper research and fails to meet all seven required criteria.
Phnom Penh buzzed Thursday night as Phnom Penh Crown made history with a late 2-1 win over a Malaysian side, while Svay Rieng took a crucial step on the continental stage despite losing to a strong Japanese team.
Setting a base salary takes more than gut feeling. Without grounding it in the seven key indicators, even the highest proposed figure won't hold up.
Japan’s Otsuka Pharmaceutical has named Pocari Sweat an official sponsor of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, putting the drink popular among tropical workers back in the headlines.
Using small rebate offers as bait, scammers stole nearly $70,000 before financial traces led to a registered company. An Islamabad court has now officially issued its verdict.
Performers from the National School of Fine Arts of Cambodia showcased Khmer dances and local specialties at an expo in Nanning, attracting crowds of onlookers who gathered to take photos.
Thinking they could keep running their scheme by moving to a new country, a fraudster and their accomplices were caught in Islamabad and sent to prison.
Workers hope for pay raises to improve their lives but worry companies can't afford it.
Prioritizing safety during a robbery is standard advice, but some media outlets cherry-pick the most sensational line for headlines, making it seem as though the entire city is overrun by robberies.
Eight hundred tons of counterfeit cigarettes have been destroyed in Takeo province.
Recent industrial data shows that Phnom Penh and its surrounding provinces remain heavy manufacturing hubs where many locals rely on factory jobs to make a living.
Svay Rieng makes their AFC Champions League debut, with coach McConkey confident about the match.
CMAC's leader stated that Japan has been crucial in their demining efforts.
Ambassador Anderson arrives in Phnom Penh, focusing on tackling telecom fraud.
Phnom Penh's local tech scene is seeing new momentum as an artificial intelligence startup has successfully secured its seed round of funding.
The ringleader received a maximum sentence of 7 years and 6 months for a variety of fraud schemes.
At a Phnom Penh teahouse, locals discussed the aftermath of a Kandal garment factory clash, noting workers have returned and the instigating management was disciplined.
The Cambodian Securities and Exchange Regulator is accelerating the drafting of a law on virtual and digital asset management.
Over 700 artists receive health support, bringing new hope to their lives.
Accompanied by Japanese guests, the Minister of Water Resources visited an irrigation construction site in Kandal province.
Freshly discovered cluster bombs are leaving residents on edge following recent border clashes, prompting demining agencies to urgently seek funding and technical support.
Cambodian factory workers share their true thoughts on the new year's base salary, expressing that what they really want is just a stable and secure long-term job.
Cambodia has launched a direct breakbulk shipping route to the Philippines, with the first shipment of 10,000 tons of rice transported via the new waterway.
Freshly sworn-in, the new U.S. Ambassador to Cambodia arrived directly in Phnom Penh to prioritize tackling local telecom scam compounds.
Police have arrested 13 suspects operating under the guise of a tech company to create fake celebrity endorsements.
Falling for a successful online dating match cost a victim over 600,000 yuan in a romance scam.
A local businessman has invested over $6 million to build a professional canned fish factory in Phnom Penh, with the brand already chosen.
At a party in Jeollanam-do, dancing was taboo, yet the atmosphere remained vibrant and lively.
Cambodian circus Phare will stage three hit performances in Phnom Penh, with all ticket proceeds supporting free education and arts programs in Battambang province.
From ramen shops to small clinics, paying an extra service fee to skip the lines is becoming increasingly popular in Japan as a way to buy time.
A serious passenger ship accident occurred in the Java Sea, Indonesia, with search and rescue operations still ongoing.
Cambodian officials stated at a meeting in Laos that unexploded ordnance and bomb craters from last year's border conflicts continue to severely harm local civilians as demining efforts remain incomplete.
Over the past ten days, Cambodia's General Department of Immigration deported over 1,000 foreign nationals, according to official figures released in Phnom Penh.
Staring at a thinning Mid-Autumn Festival red envelope and a lonely mooncake in hand, I knew times had completely changed.
Airport customs have been busy recently, intercepting several drug smuggling attempts in just half a month.
In the first eight months of the year, bilateral trade between Cambodia and Malaysia surged by over 50%, reflecting rapidly growing economic ties.
Amid the hum of sewing machines in Phnom Penh, labor unions and factory owners are already clashing over the yet-to-be-decided 2027 minimum wage.
We're accustomed to seeing delivery riders and rushing them if their map icon stalls, but what unseen realities drive their constant movement?
Public Bank Cambodia has launched cross-border QR code payments, allowing customers to easily use their mobile phones for dining and shopping in Singapore.
A global coral report shows that while warming seas threaten coral reefs worldwide, those in Southeast Asia and around Singapore have remained resilient, with cover staying largely stable over the past 40 years.
Cambodia is planning to leverage artificial intelligence and the industrial internet to upgrade its manufacturing sector and is actively seeking international partners for collaboration.
Scammers are laundering illicit funds through high-speed rail ticket and top-up apps, mixing dirty money into everyday consumer transactions.
Foreigners see Cambodia's natural beauty as priceless, but we must prevent malicious individuals from ruining it.
A passenger ship carrying over 200 people has suffered an accident in the rough waters of the Java Sea.
Dozens of Chinese DJs lured to Kuala Lumpur by promises of high salaries and timely pay have been left stranded with unpaid wages and expired visas.
Airport customs and immigration police successfully intercepted 19 bags of methamphetamine, thwarting an attempt to smuggle drugs out of the country.
Police are searching for a man who fled after a 13-year-old girl suffered abuse, a shocking case that has left local neighbors deeply distressed.
A missing stamp on customs paperwork can leave shipping containers stranded at the dock, racking up expensive demurrage fees for every extra day they sit.
A domestic dispute turned bloody when a man brutally attacked his wife, leaving her severely injured before fleeing the scene.
Remnants of past wars remain uncleared, while new and troublesome toxic hazards have now emerged in the village's fields.
The National Employment Agency has brought together around a hundred employers of all sizes in Phnom Penh, putting tens of thousands of jobs on the table for job seekers.
The head of the Kinara Foundation said kids need help turning their innovative ideas into products they can actually sell.
A Southeast Asian martial artist has made a name for himself in Japan, securing Cambodia's first-ever win in the K-1 ring.
Thousands of young job seekers flooded a national job fair on opening day, hoping to land one of more than 20,000 positions up for grabs.
UNESCO says the ancient World Heritage site of Preah Vihear suffered heavy damage during last year's border clashes, leaving the temple grounds pockmarked with bomb craters.
Speaking in Geneva, Cambodia's Permanent Representative to the United Nations stressed that cracking down on transnational crime must be done in strict accordance with international law, and must never be used as a
To make sure tourists get the real story, the Khmer Rouge tribunal recently ran training sessions for dozens of tour guides, showing them how to use solid evidence when explaining the history.
Cambodia is looking to bring a bit of high-tech into its industrial sector, aiming to boost productivity with artificial intelligence and the industrial internet as it pushes manufacturing further up the value chain.
There's been a lot of chatter online lately about Malaysia becoming a new hotspot for online scams, and it's really got people worried. But the truth is, it's not that simple; we need to take a closer look.
The FBI busted an online investment scam ring in Deepalpur, arresting two locals after they conned some 4,000 people.
Myanmar's top general, Min Aung Hlaing, was just in Phnom Penh for a visit.
Back then, it was selling like hotcakes. Now, it’s caught in the crosshairs of US law enforcement, and the big shot who took over the business went on holiday to the US and hasn’t been able to come back.
From seeing a doctor to learning a trade, life inside is changing too.
At the Regional Teacher Training Center in Prey Veng, teachers don't rush off the moment class lets out.
Creators from Cambodia and across Southeast Asia gathered in Phnom Penh recently to explore through art how humans, nature, and technology can live together in the future.
走在街上，满眼都是路边摊和夫妻店。世界银行最近的报告说，Cambodia 的非正式经济占了绝大多数，这里头有活命的无奈，也有划不来的账。
If you know Chinese, whether you're a local or an expat, you generally get a much higher salary.
Don't expect dealers to be like high-rolling movie gods. Most of these local kids just came in from the provinces to look for work, and it takes them half a day just to learn the basics.
Regulars at the Phnom Penh tea stalls are already talking about next year's wages, and the Ministry of Labour says it’s listening to workers' concerns.
The US has really dropped the hammer this time, busting a ring of black-market platforms running crypto scams and human trafficking in one fell swoop—giving folks around town plenty to talk about over tea.
How much will Cambodian garment and bag factory workers actually take home by 2026?
A major underground broker operating mainly through Telegram under the handle "Xinbi" has been busted, with over 50 million in cryptocurrency seized in a single day.
Following a trail of clues, immigration officers swooped in and caught the suspects red-handed, pinning them to their keyboards right in front of their computers.
Vietnam 的比赛刚落幕，高棉拳这就打算往周边国家跑了，2027年还要去马来西亚和印尼办赛。
The fugitive mastermind behind the kidnapping and murder case has been caught in Colombo Port City after more than forty days on the run. This makes it the fifth compatriot arrested in connection with the crime.
Plants in Kien Svay and Leuk Daek added shifts after signing contracts with Asian buyers.
Farmers have begun to harvest early. Land traders are paying close to last year’s price.
