"Justice Minister Keut Rith emphasized that the law is strict, akin to a fishing net, designed to eliminate online scams in Cambodia and protect the nation's interests."
"The law outlines severe punishments, including two to five years in prison and fines up to $125,000 for online scams, with harsher penalties for gang-related activities."
"Ringleaders of cyberscam centres involved in human trafficking will face prison sentences of up to 20 years and fines reaching $500,000, reflecting the law's stringent approach."
Cambodia's National Assembly has approved a law aimed at combating scam centres that defraud foreigners. Justice Minister Keut Rith stated the law enhances cleaning operations and prevents the return of these centres. The legislation imposes strict penalties, including prison sentences of two to ten years and fines up to $250,000 for online scams. Ringleaders involved in human trafficking face up to 20 years in prison and fines of $500,000. This law responds to international pressure and aims to deter cyberscammers from operating in Cambodia.
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