Historical Overview of Military Personnel in Cambodia (1990-2016)

Cambodia’s military personnel levels reflected periods of conflict and stabilization. In 1990, the figure stood at 112,000, rising to 135,000 in 1992 during post-conflict rebuilding. However, numbers dropped significantly to 70,000 by 1994 as part of efforts to demobilize and integrate factions.

A spike to 140,000 in 2000 likely responded to internal security needs, followed by stabilization at around 124,000 from 2005 onward. These shifts underscore Cambodia's efforts to balance military strength with peacebuilding and national development.