Cambodia–US Health Research Pact: Cambodia and the United States signed a five-year MoU to boost infectious disease research, with NIAID working alongside Cambodian public health institutions and UHS on diagnostics, treatments, and prevention for diseases including dengue and H5N1. Digital Governance Push: Cambodia’s Minister of Post and Telecommunications, Chea Vandeth, met UN and partner digital leaders at the Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva, highlighting verify.gov.kh and digital talent and school computer-room programs. AI Readiness Gap: An ILO report says Cambodia is among the least AI-ready ASEAN countries, citing limited infrastructure and institutional capacity, even as GenAI exposure in the region grows. Cybercrime Crackdown & Scams: Cambodia is working to restore tourism confidence after scam-related travel warnings, while a separate case shows an international “digital arrest” scam allegedly used over 1,000 SIM cards smuggled to Cambodia. Wildlife Trafficking Case: Indonesia charged suspects after seizing about 3 tons of pangolin scales worth around $10 million, reportedly destined for Cambodia. STEM for Youth: A robotics innovation challenge in Beijing drew nearly 400 teenagers from 21 countries, including a Cambodia team. Water Sector Reform: Cambodia and the World Bank reviewed water security reforms, including an independent regulator and efforts toward universal clean water access by 2030. Women in Science: Cambodia hosted an ASEAN-India women scientists conclave focused on inclusive STI leadership across food security, energy, education, and emerging technologies. Digital Economy Legal Reform: Vietnam’s secured transactions registration system is being urged to keep pace with the digital economy, reflecting broader regional legal-tech momentum. Robotics Competition: A separate robotics competition spotlighted youth innovation and future-ready engineering skills.