Digital Identity & Fraud: A new U.S. NASCIO report says states are shifting from separate logins to centralized digital identity platforms, driven by synthetic identities, deepfakes and AI impersonation—pushing stronger proofing and possibly biometrics. Tax Leadership & Youth Diplomacy: GDT Director General Kong Vibol met a Cambodian youth delegation ahead of the International Festival of Youth 2026 in Russia, highlighting digital tax reforms and leadership lessons. Cambodia’s Digital Verification Wins UN Nod: verify.gov.kh won the UN Public Service Award 2026 for Transparency and Accountability, and Cambodia is exporting the platform to Timor-Leste. Online Scam Crackdown Turns Decentralized: Cambodia arrested 34 suspects in Koh Kong and seized hundreds of devices, as authorities say scam activity is moving from big compounds to smaller, dispersed sites. Border Tensions & “Salami-Slicing”: Cambodia’s Senate rejected Thailand’s “victim” claims, warning of incremental military actions undermining peaceful resolution. UPI Goes Cross-Border (India–Uzbekistan): NPCI International and Uzbekistan’s HUMO will let Indian travellers pay merchants across Uzbekistan by scanning UZQR with UPI apps. Environment Partnership: Cambodia’s Environment Ministry and UNDP reaffirmed long-term cooperation on natural resources and climate action.