Baku:The country has reiterated its commitment to eradicating online scams, highlighting ongoing progress in a nationwide crackdown. H.E. Chhay Sinarith, Senior Minister in Charge of Special Missions and Permanent Vice-Chairman of the Commission for Combating Online Scams (CCOS), emphasized this stance.

According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the minister responded to media inquiries regarding Al Jazeera's report on the Long Bay case in Koh Kong province. He clarified that Cambodia acknowledges the presence of online scams and is actively implementing measures to address these crimes. The Royal Government is undertaking law enforcement actions with a high degree of responsibility.

He further noted that the achievements of the Royal Government over the past year have motivated ministries and authorities to intensify efforts to eliminate online scam operations and prevent their resurgence.

The senior minister stated that the Royal Government is committed to dismantling centers used by scam groups and continues to investigate and arrest those involved, ensuring they face justice. He also mentioned that the activities in the Al Jazeera report took place before the crackdown began, and stressed that the report highlights Cambodia's progress in dealing with these criminal groups.

Cambodia plans to continue international cooperation to prevent the re-establishment of transnational technology-based crimes within its borders.