Cambodia–Tech & Infrastructure: The U.S. DFC and Cambodia’s OCIC signed a Letter of Intent for $100 million strategic financing for Techo International Airport, aiming to boost trade, tourism, and regional connectivity. Cambodia–Energy & Industry: Chinese-invested Cambodia Power Grid (CPG) says it’s using advanced monitoring tech and training to keep electricity stable across provinces, supporting Cambodia’s tech transfer goals. Cambodia–Economy Watch: Retail fuel prices in Cambodia fell more than 10% in June, with gasoline down 10.3% and diesel down 12.3%, easing costs as the country relies on imported fuel. Tourism & Digital Risks: Cambodia’s international arrivals dropped nearly 48% to 1.54 million in the first five months of 2026, with analysts citing regional slowdown, online scamming concerns, and border issues. AI in Cambodian Media: Fresh News has been invited to SputnikPro AI and Journalism Training in Moscow (21–27 June), focusing on how AI can support newsroom work. Cybersecurity in the Region: INTERPOL warns cybercrime is rising across the Asia-Pacific, with phishing, ransomware, and AI deepfake scams driving record losses—Fiji highlighted as increasingly vulnerable. Trade & Tech Policy: India and the U.S. began high-level talks in New Delhi to rework a bilateral trade framework amid tariff changes, as both sides try to finalize an interim deal. Cambodia–AI Entertainment: Lida Eve launched “Love Exam,” an AI-powered micro drama that blends virtual influencer tech with Khmer youth storytelling.