AI & Jobs Readiness: Cambodia is flagged by an ILO report as among the least AI-ready ASEAN states, with limited digital infrastructure and institutional capacity—raising a preparedness gap even if mass job losses aren’t yet seen. Digital Governance: Cambodia is pushing digital multilateralism via the UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance, highlighting verify.gov.kh and plans to expand international digital cooperation. Water Tech & Reform: Cambodia’s MISTI met the World Bank to accelerate water sector reform, including an independent water regulator and progress toward universal clean water access by 2030. Women in Science: Cambodia hosted the 2nd ASEAN-India Women Scientists Conclave in Phnom Penh, focusing on food security, sustainable energy, equitable education and emerging technologies. IP for Innovation: Cambodia and WIPO signed an MoU to set up an Intellectual Property Business Centre to boost private-sector IP awareness and innovation. Cybercrime & Tourism Trust: Cambodia is working to restore visitor confidence after scam-related headlines and crackdowns hit arrivals, including international travel warnings. Energy & Growth Outlook: The ADB cut its developing Asia growth forecast to 4.9%, citing prolonged energy shocks. Health & Biosecurity: H5N1 bird flu has spread to Australia, with new cases in migratory birds raising public and wildlife health concerns. Heritage Tech Diplomacy: India and Indonesia inaugurated a Prambanan Temple restoration project led by India’s Archaeological Survey, showing heritage conservation as modern diplomacy.