Tourism MoUs: Cambodia’s Ministry of Tourism and Ministry of Rural Development signed an MoU to push community-based tourism and rural livelihoods, focusing on rural connectivity, water/sanitation, model villages and local income growth. Angkor Watch: Angkor Archaeological Park welcomed 359,471 international visitors in Jan–May 2026, down 31.8% year-on-year, with ticket revenue also falling as scams and regional instability hit travel. Border Misinformation: Thailand’s government denied claims that the Aranyaprathet checkpoint reopened for Cambodian students, warning the public against sharing unverified posts as restrictions remain. Cambodia–Thailand Tensions: Phnom Penh protested Thai construction of Buddha statues and flagpoles in disputed areas, saying it violates border commitments and includes roads, barriers and cultural/tourism activities. Iran-Driven Costs: Reports say the Iran war is pushing up fuel and airfare costs across Southeast Asia, threatening peak summer travel demand for tourism-dependent economies including Cambodia. Wellness Tourism: Cambodia plans Yoga Day events in Siem Reap (June 19) and Phnom Penh (June 21) as part of its “Visit Cambodia in the Green Season” push. Local Agritourism: Siem Reap farmers are expanding agritourism with new grape ventures, adding fresh tourism-linked farm products beyond temples and nature. Child Rights & Tourism: Cambodia marked International Children’s Day with a focus on peace, education and child protection, amid ongoing displacement concerns affecting border communities.