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Mondulkiri police and military police chiefs removed without an official reason being stated

Two separate sub-decrees dated May 22, 2026 removed Mondulkiri police chief Lor Sokha and provincial military police commander Hem Bonarel. The documents did not state reasons. Media accounts linking the removals to ineffective action against online scams cited unnamed sources.

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Initial report: Kampong Chhnang road crash leaves nine dead and 45 injured

The preliminary report cited in this article put casualties at nine dead and 45 injured as of 7:55am on May 23, 2026, following a crash on National Road 5 in Kampong Tralach district, Kampong Chhnang province. These were early-stage figures, rather than final figures after subsequent updates.

2026-05-23KPS99TV

Thai police arrest two suspected account providers in gold-investment scam involving nearly 2.7 million baht

Thai media, citing police on May 20, 2026, reported the arrest of two suspected account providers in an online gold-investment scam. A civil servant contacted on TikTok was directed to a platform calling itself “ZFX” and made 15 transfers, losing nearly 2.7 million baht. Claims of UK ties and Thai registration were part of the solicitation.

2026-05-22KPS99TV

Nine suspected monk impersonators detained in Phnom Penh; one monk receives guidance

Authorities and the Por Senchey district monastic council detained nine suspected monk impersonators on the morning of May 22, 2026. One genuine monk was separately counselled about collecting alms at places considered unsuitable under monastic discipline. The nine suspects were handed to police for further procedures.

2026-05-22KPS99TV

Officials urge responsible sand extraction and stronger environmental safeguards in Kratie

Water ministry officials called for responsible sand extraction and technical controls at a May 21, 2026, event in Kratie. Then-deputy governor Kong Kimny reported seven construction gravel and sand businesses with seven licences along the Mekong. Officials warned that poor management could harm riverbanks, biodiversity and livelihoods.

2026-05-22KPS99TV

Casino licence revoked for KMH Paradise Tower in Poipet after alleged illegal activities

Cambodia’s gambling regulator revoked the casino licence for KMH Paradise Tower Casino and Hotel in Poipet on May 22, 2026. Its notice cited alleged online scams, torture and illegal weapons found during a May 7 operation in which seven suspects were detained and numerous phones and computers seized.

2026-05-22KPS99TV

Cambodia rejects Thai allegation linking its forces to five gunshots near the border

On May 22, 2026, defence spokesperson Maly Socheata rejected a Thai allegation linking Cambodian troops to five gunshots near Samraong, Oddar Meanchey. Cambodia called for compliance with the December 27, 2025, joint statement on combating misinformation and reaffirmed its commitment to existing border mechanisms and peaceful dialogue.

2026-05-22KPS99TV

Sun Chanthol and Pengbo delegation discuss investment progress and environmental protection

On May 19, 2026, Deputy Prime Minister and CDC First Vice-Chairman Sun Chanthol met a delegation from China’s Pengbo Group. They discussed project progress, investment facilitation and environmental protection. The company outlined plans for future expansion and more local employment.

2026-05-22KPS99TV

Gendarmerie intervene over motorcycle wheelies in Run Ta Ek Techo Sen city

Gendarmes in Run Ta Ek Techo Sen city, Siem Reap province, reportedly detained people performing motorcycle wheelies on public roads on May 21, 2026, for counselling and penalties, and required them to give undertakings. The report urged young people to obey traffic rules and protect other road users.

2026-05-22KPS99TV

Cambodia and Hainan explore tourism MoU, flight links and joint promotion

Cambodian Tourism Minister Huot Hak met Hainan Governor Liu Xiaoming in Haikou on May 21, 2026. They explored a tourism cooperation MoU, direct flight links, joint travel products and promotion. The minister also proposed familiarisation trips to Cambodia for Hainan tourism businesses, media and content creators.

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