The Supreme Courts of Singapore and Cambodia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance judicial cooperation. The agreement, signed on 10 February 2026, aims to facilitate the exchange of judicial expertise and discussions on shared interests, including electronic court document filing and case management systems.
The MOU represents the first formal bilateral judicial cooperation between the two countries. It was signed following a visit by Singapore’s Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon to Cambodia, where he met with Chief Justice Chiv Keng of the Cambodian Supreme Court. The visit included a delegation led by Justice Aidan Xu, Judge in-charge of Transformation and Innovation, and Juthika Ramanathan, Chief Executive of the Office of Chief Justice.
The agreement is expected to foster deeper collaboration on judicial matters, particularly in areas such as resourcing and capacity building for electronic systems. Chief Justice Menon stated, “The MOU paves the way for in-depth discussions on matters of common interest.”
This development is significant as it underscores the commitment of both nations to strengthen their judicial systems through shared knowledge and resources. The cooperation is anticipated to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of judicial processes in both countries.
The MOU is a step forward in international judicial collaboration, potentially setting a precedent for future agreements between other nations.
