After years of political and social upheaval, Cambodia now enjoys relative stability. Continuing efforts are made to reconstruct the country from decades of war, to upgrade the infrastructure (roads, bridges, airports etc) and to ensure security. Cambodia is now once again safe for travel.

However some simple common sense precautions with possessions lessen the chances of becoming a victim to theft. Carry your handbag or rucksack to the front of you and be aware that handbag snatches due to theft from motorbikes occur, especially in the larger cities such as Phnom Penh.