🇰🇭Cambodia Political Stability: 16.3/100

Cambodia has a population that is predominantly ethnic Khmer (95.8%), with the Khmer language as the sole official language. The population is relatively young, with half under the age of 22, and the total fertility rate was 2.5 children per woman in 2018. The country has a female-biased sex ratio, particularly among the elderly, with 1.6 females for every male over 65.

World Bank governance: rule of law 15th percentile, corruption control 3rd percentile, political stability 34th percentile.

Cambodia's strongest governance dimension is Political Stability at 34/100, placing it in the lower half globally. This reflects a relatively low likelihood of politically motivated violence or instability.

The weakest dimension is Control of Corruption at 3/100. Corruption remains a significant governance challenge, potentially affecting everyday interactions with government institutions.

A notable 31-point gap between Political Stability and Control of Corruption reveals uneven governance. Some institutions function well while others lag significantly. Travelers should be aware that the quality of government services and protections may vary depending on the context.

Cambodia's fragile governance environment presents real challenges for travelers. Institutional capacity is severely limited across most dimensions. Visitors should expect minimal government services, potential interactions with corruption, and limited recourse through legal systems. Travel to Cambodia requires extensive preparation and risk awareness.

The U.S. State Department currently rates Cambodia as Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). This aligns with a governance profile that, while not without challenges, provides a baseline of institutional functioning.