Tourism Slump: Cambodia welcomed just 1.3 million foreign tourists in the first four months of 2026, down nearly 46% year-on-year, with declines from China, Vietnam and the U.S. blamed on regional slowdown, scam concerns and the Thailand border dispute. Trade & Customs: Cambodia and China signed an AEO mutual recognition deal to cut inspections and speed clearance; Cambodia has 11 AEO firms and targets 30 by end-2026. Rice Exports: Cambodia’s milled rice exports hit 568,912 tonnes and about $327m revenue in Jan–May 2026, up strongly versus last year, with fragrant rice leading. Aviation Investment: The U.S. DFC approved $100m financing for Techo International Airport expansion, backing Cambodia’s connectivity push. Cambodia–China Projects: Seven cooperation initiatives under the Mekong-Lancang Special Fund 2026 were signed, covering health, poverty reduction, tourism digitalisation and green tech. Forced Labour Tariffs Watch: The U.S. proposed up to 12.5% Section 301 duties on imports from 60 countries including Cambodia, drawing pushback over how firms will manage supply-chain compliance. Agribusiness Deal: Cambodia and China agreed SPS terms for dried longan exports, aiming to improve market access for farmers. Skills & Jobs: Cambodia’s TVET programme for 1.5m youth is set to take centre stage at National TVET Day, highlighting training-to-employment goals.