Publications

The Future of AI for Development

Digital Insights Issue 01/2026

Cambodia stands at a pivotal moment in its digital transformation, and the next phase will be shaped by the strategic adoption of Artificial Intelligence. Digital Insights, a two part publication by Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Cambodia and the Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology, presents AI not as an abstract concept but as a practical tool with direct relevance to Cambodia’s socioeconomic development, linking technological potential to policy action. Through locally grounded analysis and case studies, it highlights how AI can support national priorities such as agricultural modernization, stronger SME competitiveness, and more effective and transparent public administration, while emphasizing the importance of safeguards and ethical frameworks. The volume ultimately serves as a call to action for policymakers, industry, researchers, and development partners to treat AI adoption as a strategic imperative for competitiveness and sustainable development.

Cambodia's Foreign Relations in Regional and Global Contexts - Second Edition

In December 2017, Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Cambodia published the first edition of Cambodia’s Foreign Relations—a collection of twenty articles exploring the Kingdom’s diverse and evolving external engagements. That inaugural edition provided a comprehensive overview of Cambodia’s diplomatic relations with its neighbors; its interactions within maritime Southeast Asia; its partnerships with regional and global powers; and its participation in international organizations, economic cooperation, and security affairs. Now, seven years later, we at KAS Cambodia believe it is high time to revisit and update this important work, which has since become a key reference for students and scholars of international relations, as well as for the diplomatic community. The past decade has witnessed profound changes in the regional and global order. Strategic rivalries have intensified, new economic partnerships have emerged, and pressing transnational challenges—from climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic to digital transformation—have reshaped the landscape of international cooperation.

Cambodia-EU Relations: Towards Comprehensive and Inclusive Partnership

"Cambodia-EU Relations: Towards Comprehensive and Inclusive Partnership" is a joint publication by Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Cambodia and the Asian Vision Institute. The publication is the result of genuine collaboration, shared vision, and countless conversations between individuals and institutions committed to deepening the understanding of Cambodia–EU relations. It reflects not only the evolution of policies and partnerships but also the spirit of cooperation that has long connected our two regions.

Cambodia’s Economic Transformation: Pathways to Diversification, Competitiveness, and Resilience

Policy Brief | Issue 3

Welcome to the third issue of the annual policy brief of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Cambodia and the Institute for International Studies and Public Policy of the Royal University of Phnom Penh. This edition, “Cambodia’s Economic Transformation: Pathways to Diversification, Competitiveness, and Resilience”, boldly examines strategic areas for broadening Cambodia’s economic base and strengthening economic resilience by leveraging technology, education, and investment.

Law and Innovation

Law & Innovation is a compilation of scholarly articles produced under Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Cambodia’s Law & Innovation initiative. The publication gathers diverse perspectives from legal scholars and practitioners examining the intersection of law, technology, and innovation. Each article explores pressing issues such as digital governance, artificial intelligence, and data protection, emphasizing how law can both enable and regulate technological progress. Together, these contributions aim to inspire dialogue and guide Cambodia’s legal development toward a modern, innovation-driven society.  

Law Brief 2025: Bits, Bytes & Bills

Law Brief is a compilation of legal articles produced by KAS For Legal Youth (KASFLY) fellows in the program. As a key learning output, KASFLY fellows are required to author a law brief article. These articles focus on issues of interest of the fellows on debating recent trends, challenges, and issues in the "Digital Law" theme that may provoke key development and threaten the justice system at large.

The Evolving Role of Think Tanks in Cambodia

Special Report

What exactly is a think tank, what do these organisations actually do, and how do they operate in Cambodia’s current climate? This special report offers a long-overdue, full-spectrum look at the country’s think tank landscape, domestic and foreign alike, by explaining their roles, the constraints they face, and why their work matters for evidence-based policymaking.

Economic Diversification in Cambodia

Adenauer Young Scholars' Perspectives

As Cambodia looks beyond its traditional industries to build a broader, more resilient economy under the Pentagonal Strategy Phase I, our fellows from Adenauer Young Scholars have mapped out where and how the next wave of growth might emerge. Their findings, captured in fourteen commentaries in Adenauer Young Scholars’ Perspectives on Economic Diversification in Cambodia, highlight practical ideas on new sectors, skills, and policies that can drive this transition. If you want a concise, up-to-date take on Cambodia’s diversification journey, this collection is an inviting place to begin.

Geostrategic Competition in an Age of Uncertainty: Predict the Unpredictable

Diplomatic Briefing Issue 07/2024

The seventh issue of Diplomatic Briefing, we have gathered scholars across Cambodia and the region to provide their insights on evolving and complex political and security issues across the world.

Driving Digital Transformation in Cambodia: Issues, Challenges and Recommendations

Policy Brief | Issue 2

Welcome to the second issue of the annual policy brief of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Cambodia and the Institute for International Studies and Public Policy of the Royal University of Phnom Penh. This edition, “Driving Digital Transformation in Cambodia: Issues, Challenges, and Recommendations,” boldly examines the complexity of various issues concerning Cambodia’s digitalization progress.