A History of violence that accompany politics in the lives of some Cambodian Americans has negatively influenced their participation in US midterm elections
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Is Europe Attempting to Strong-Arm Cambodia Towards Democracy?
Cambodia faces an economic collapse from European Union trade maneuvers designed to force its leader to walk back a prolonged political crackdown.
Some Evidence Indicates China Set To Target US Elections
China may be using thesame method used by Russia to meddle with the 2016 U.S. presidential election, through emails of U.S. political action committees.
Cambodia: How Long Hun Sen Been In Power
33 years. That is how long Hun Sen been in power. Longevity in power is not unique to Africa. Cambodia’s Prime Minister Hun Sen’s longevity in power, enforced dictatorially, is a case in point.
Leading Cambodia Opposition Leader Released on Bail
Former Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP) leader Kem Sokha was released on bail Monday. The opposition figure was jailed on treason charges a year ago.
Cambodian King Pardons Imprisoned Land Rights Activists
A prominent leader of Cambodia’s land rights movement and three female activists imprisoned with her were freed Monday under a royal pardon.
Cambodia Set to Become One Party State
In sham elections in which main opposition party was banned, the Cambodian People’s Party said it now controls all 125 seats in the National Assembly.
Cambodian Government Blocks 15 Independent News Sites
The Cambodian government has ordered internet service providers (ISPs) to block the websites of 15 independent new outlets, including Voice of America, for two days before and during the country’s election.
Ruling Party Moves Ahead With Deeply Flawed Cambodian Election
The UN has criticized the election as fundamentally flawed because of the legal action against the opposition
Charged Cambodian Journalist Flees Amid Crackdown
Cambodian journalist Aun Pheap was charged with “incitement to commit a felony” over his election coverage