Chinese citizens in Cambodia are still prone to disappearances and missing reports. The Chinese embassy reminds Chinese citizens in Cambodia to strengthen their awareness of safety precautions.

On January 19th, according to the official account of the "Chinese Embassy in Cambodia", with the joint efforts of both China and Cambodia, the Chinese citizen named Ye, who had gone missing in Cambodia, was captured on January 16, 2026. The Chinese Embassy in Cambodia attaches great importance to rescuing Chinese citizens trapped in Cambodia, and has worked with the Cambodian government, police, and relevant departments several times regarding the Ye case. They have helped the Cambodian side overcome practical difficulties such as the exact location of the missing person, conducted nationwide search and rescue operations, and received Ye's family members 6 times to patiently explain the process of searching for missing persons in Cambodia and actively provide assistance. With strong support from relevant departments in China, Ye was eventually captured in a border region and detained according to law. The Chinese Embassy in Cambodia solemnly reminds that currently, cases of Chinese citizens missing in Cambodia are still high. Chinese citizens coming to Cambodia must strengthen their awareness of safety precautions and be vigilant about their own safety. First and foremost, it is necessary to enter Cambodia through legal channels. Ye entered Cambodia illegally and then illegally returned to China. Illegal border crossing is a violation of the law, and individuals involved must bear legal responsibility. Additionally, as the Cambodian authorities are unable to determine the true identities and whereabouts of illegal border crossers, relevant departments often find it difficult to conduct timely rescue operations, exposing individuals to high personal safety risks. In recent years, most Chinese citizens who have gone missing or died in Cambodia have entered the country illegally. Therefore, it is important for all compatriots to remain vigilant, not take risks, and not attempt to cross the border illegally. Furthermore, individuals should avoid falling into the trap of telecommunications fraud. Ye engaged in telecommunications fraud activities after illegally entering Cambodia. The Chinese Embassy in Cambodia once again solemnly reminds that cases involving the personal safety of Chinese citizens in Cambodia are often directly related to telecommunications fraud activities. Areas where telecommunications fraud occurs are hotspots for illegal activities such as kidnapping, abuse, and murder. Participation in telecommunications fraud can put individuals in extreme danger. The Chinese Embassy in Cambodia will continue to urge the Cambodian authorities to intensify efforts to combat telecommunications fraud and other illegal activities, effectively protect the safety and legitimate rights and interests of Chinese citizens in Cambodia.