Cambodia Deports 180 Indonesian Nationals Linked to Online Scams

PHNOM PENH, Oct. 19, 2026: Cambodia has deported 180 Indonesian nationals, including 29 women, linked to technology-based fraud, following instructions from senior Interior Ministry leadership.

The deportation was carried out on Oct. 18, 2026, under the guidance of H.E. Sar Sokha, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, and H.E. Lieutenant General Sok Veasna, Director-General of the General Department of Immigration, who directed the Investigation and Procedure Enforcement Department to cooperate with the Indonesian Embassy in Cambodia.

The group was expelled through the Techo International Airport police checkpoint.

The operation follows strict orders and legal measures set by Prime Minister Hun Manet, who has stated clearly that Cambodia will not allow criminals or offenders to use Cambodian territory as a base for scam operations or crimes that threaten regional and global security. Authorities have been instructed to continue clearing, suppressing and deporting offenders without exception to protect national honour and security.

Under the direct direction of H.E. Sar Sokha, enforcement forces continue working to eliminate technology-based crime, pursue masterminds and rescue victims who have been deceived, helping them regain their freedom and return home safely.

Source: General Department of Immigration

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Reported by The Khmer Today