Politics

Court Issues Travel Ban for Cambodia Opposition Leader

Opposition lawmakers rejected the move as unconstitutional, arguing that Sokha’s parliamentary immunity protected him from such measures.

Opposition Calls for United Nations Help in Kem Ley Murder Investigation

The comments followed a call on Sunday from a UN representative for a thorough, independent investigation.

An Interview With the Late Kem Ley

Two days before his death, Kem Ley gave an interview to VOA Khmer’s Sok Khemara.

Wife of Alleged Cambodian Killer 'Shocked' by Accusations

Prominent Critic's Killing Raises Political Stakes in Cambodia

United States, UN Official Call for Investigation into Analyst Killing

One suspect has been arrested in relation to Ley’s killing thus far, a man who identified himself initially as Chuob Samlab, which literally translates to “Meet, Kill”.

Hun Sen Orders U-Turn on Honorary Title

Phay Siphan, a government spokesman, said if journalists wished to use the title in future they could, but the advice would not be enforced.

Hun Sen’s Children, Ruling Party Deny Malfeasance Allegations

The Global Witness said the Huns had amassed more than $200 million in business interests.

Cambodian Opposition Commemorates 1997 Coup

More than 100 people were killed in the 1997 coup, many of whom were commanders or soldiers loyal to Prince Norodom Ranariddh, the then co-prime minister, and Funcinpec.

Labor Leaders Speak Out Against Union Law

Cambodia has more than 3,000 unions, however, the vast majority are inactive.

Cambodia PM Threatens to Jail Opposition Leader ‘Forever’

Speaking to more than 2,000 attendees, Hun Sen went on to praise the party’s efforts to develop Cambodia.

Hun Sen Lashes Out at EU Over ‘Brexit’

Prime Minister Hun Sen took aim at the European Union this week over the result of the United Kingdom’s referendum on its future in the group.

Minority Party Leader Predicts Fall of Opposition

Khem Veasna's statement came on the 10th anniversary of the founding of his party, the League for Democracy Party.

Parliament to Review Opposition Lawmakers’ Salaries

The CNRP lawmakers have boycotted parliament since May when an attempt was made to arrest its deputy leader, Kem Sokha.

Little Hope for Release of Rights Workers, Election Official: Analysts

A lawyer for Ny Chakrya said the court had now finished questioning his client and he would now remain in prison until trial.

Supreme Court Dismisses Opposition Senator’s Bail Request

Hong Sok Hour was detained in August 2015 on charges of incitement over his campaigning on the Cambodia-Vietnam border issue.

Bereft of Options, Opposition Turns to Spirits for Political Resolution

Dialogue between the two parties has in recent months hit its lowest point since a disputed election in 2013 led to a year-long boycott of parliament by the CNRP.

Rainsy Calls on International Community to Intervene in Cambodia

Sam Rainsy is currently on a visit to the United States where he met with U.S. officials and lawmakers including Senator John McCain.

Chinese Americans for Trump Going Against National Trend

A new study conducted by three Asian-American organizations show there are three times as many Democrats as there are Republicans among Asian-American voters, and they favor Hilary Clinton over Donald Trump. But one group, called Chinese-Americans for Trump, is going against the tide and strongly supports the business tycoon. VOA Khmer's Cheoung Pochin narrates.

Reactions to Trump's Success Polarized Abroad as in US

What seemed impossible less than a year ago is now almost a certainty. New York real estate mogul Donal Trump has won the number of delegates needed to secure the Republican presidential nomination. VOA Khmer's Cheoung Pochin narrates.

Thousands Continue Call for Venezuelan Leader's Ouster

Thousands of Venezuelans last month demonstration Caracas and other parts of the country - calling for a referendum to oust President Nicolas Maduro. VOA Khmer's Sreng Leakhena narrates.

Protests Call for Release of Detained Cambodian Activists, Politicians

Protests were held in the United States, Canada, France and Australia over the weekend to demand the release of Cambodian human rights defenders and opposition members.

Virginia’s Cambodian Community Weighs Election Options

Most voters who spoke to VOA Khmer said they would not be casting their votes in the November presidential election based on allegiance to a party.

Opposition Plans Rally as Campaign is Met With Harassment

An opposition official says the campaign in the provinces had been met with several incidents of harassment and disruption by local authorities, which he called “a serious violation of political rights.”

Amid Tensions, Europe Considers Cutting Cambodia Aid

Phay Siphan, a spokesman for the Council of Ministers, said the resolution “only reflects the interests of the European lawmakers and politicians.”

Protests Held Worldwide Over Jailing of Rights Workers

The protests were planned to happen simultaneously on Friday in Canada and several states in the U.S. and in France and Australia on on Saturday.

UN Leader Calls for Talks to End Cambodia Tensions

“The Secretary-General conveyed his hope that the Government of Cambodia would ensure full respect for human rights, including the freedoms of expression, association, and assembly,” read the statement.

Duch Says Was Ordered to ‘Exterminate Everybody’ at Security Center

“At the end when Uncle Nuon ordered me to destroy all human beings from S-21, I was very shocked and could not do anything. I was sick the day that the Vietnamese arrived,” Duch told the court. “I was very scared.”

Trust in Politics Low as Political Tension Continues

Voters on Wednesday said they expected nothing positive to come from the recent developments.

Opposition Invokes Buddhist Blessings to Protect Lawmakers

The opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party held a Buddhist ceremony at its to pray for the protection of its lawmakers.

Lawmakers Debate Parliamentary Immunity Rule

The government points to an exception to this rule, which allows arrest and detention in cases where lawmakers are caught in flagrante delicto—in the act of committing a crime.

Opposition to Hold Buddhist Ceremony for Lawmakers’ Protection

The CNRP was preparing to stage the symbolic event after Kem Sokha, the party’s deputy president, has faced several allegations that have gone to court, including defamation and solicitation.