A high-level delegation from Cambodia, led by Ms. Chea Leang, Prosecutor General of the Supreme Court, has departed for the 15th China-ASEAN Conference of Prosecutors General in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China. The conference is scheduled to be held from 22 to 24 September 2025.
The conference, which will be held under the theme “Combating Money Laundering and Corruption and Recovering Criminal Assets in the Age of Technology”, serves as an important platform for dialogue and cooperation between the Prosecutors General of ASEAN member countries and China. The forum is crucial in addressing the complex challenges of transnational financial crimes.
On 23 September, Ms. Chea Leang will deliver a keynote speech, sharing Cambodia’s significant experiences and proactive legal reforms in combating corruption and money laundering. Her Excellency’s speech will highlight Cambodia’s key national achievements, including the effective implementation of the 2010 Anti-Corruption Law and the establishment of an independent Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU), the adoption of the 2020 Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Law, which provides authorities with modern tools to detect and prevent illicit financial flows, and the fact that Cambodia was removed from the FATF “Grey List” in early 2023, a testament to the Kingdom of Cambodia’s unwavering commitment to complying with international standards. *
Samdech Sothearos Boulevard, Chatumuk District, Daun Penh District, Cambodia Her Excellency will highlight the important role of digital technology in facilitating and combating financial crimes.
To strengthen regional cooperation, Her Excellency will also outline a number of strategic proposals for consideration by ASEAN member states and China.
These proposals aim to advance a common prosecutorial agenda based on accountability, digital readiness, and regional solidarity.
In addition to the main meetings, the Cambodian delegation will also participate in bilateral meetings with its counterparts to explore broader judicial cooperation and strengthen prosecutorial networks.
Cambodia’s participation in this conference reaffirms the leading role of the Kingdom of Cambodia in contributing to a region that is transparent, fair, and resilient to corruption, and demonstrates Cambodia’s strong commitment to the rule of law, good governance, and international cooperation in the field of criminal justice.