Recent jail sentences for exiled senior leaders of the dissolved Cambodian National Rescue Party are disproportionate, UN experts.
Cambodia articles on Democracy Chronicles
News about the struggle for democracy in Cambodia. According to Freedom House, elections are "conducted under repressive conditions and the opposition faces serious legal and physical harassment". With the wide access to media, the opposition is a widespread movement and so hope for a more balanced future is not lost. Also check out our section on World Democracy.
Cambodia expands internet censorship and control
Cambodia’s National Internet Gateway will enable increased state online surveillance, censorship, and control of the internet.
Cambodia: COVID-19 Clampdown on Free Speech
Cambodia is arresting people for expressing concerns about COVID-19’s impact in Cambodia and claiming they are spreading so-called “fake news”.
“Democracy without competition? The fall & rise of Cambodia’s opposition”
Exiled opposition leader Sam Rainsy said Thursday he was ready to go to jail or die for restoring democracy in Cambodia, vowing to return home on Nov. 9.
China Model promotes ‘authoritarian modernism’ in East Asia?
Democracy has regressed in much of Asia though there are notable exceptions like Malaysia and Taiwan. Post looks at role of China in these developments.
Cambodia Press Freedom: Bogus Espionage Charges Meant to Silence Two Journalists
Cambodia’s democracy continues to nosedive as authorities levy politically motivated bogus espionage charges against two journalists meant to silence them.
How Politics Pushes Cambodian Musicians Into Self-Censorship
Case illustrates a trend where the government’s attempts to intimidate and criminally charge Cambodians for expressing dissent has increased significantly.
Cambodian Opposition Being Harassed in the Courts
Cambodian authorities should immediately cease harassing former opposition party members in the courts, Human Rights Watch said today.
Cambodian Journalist Sees Media Situation Deteriorating
Cambodian journalist Aun Pheapused to be a dedicated reporter. He would chase stories for The Cambodia Daily, a local independent paper.
Cambodia Takes Aim at Critics Who Post on Facebook
On the night of Jan. 16, Kol Sat could not locate her husband even after contacting everyone she thought might know the whereabouts of Kong Mas.