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Police detain environmentalists for weekly rally
Cambodian authorities detained and released 13 members of the Mother Nature environmental activist group on Sunday for holding a rally to raise awareness about the country’s largest island of Koh Kong Krau.
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Victory Day Celebration Raises Doubts About Cambodia’s Democracy, Human Rights Issues
Hun Sen, president of Cambodian People’s Party (CPP), said January 7 marks “Victory Day”, reminding citizens that liberal parties in Cambodia have constantly strengthened democracy, human rights and rule of law since the end of the genocide.
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Cambodian Government Critic Arrested for Facebook Post
Ny Nak’s arrest comes four months after he was beaten up in broad daylight in the capital Phnom Penh.
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Do carbon credits really help communities that keep forests standing?
Tucked away in a little-visited corner of eastern Cambodia is a tiny “sea of forest” that undulates near Roeung Haeng’s home.
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Cambodian Garment Workers Suffer Effects of Climate Change
Climate change is not a future concern for garment workers, but one that is already affecting their lives in the present, with over two-thirds of them presently suffering the effects of global warming, according to a report by NGO-CEDAW.
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Critic faces charges after mocking government on Facebook
A government critic who was severely beaten by assailants on the streets of Phnom Penh in September was arrested Friday on charges of incitement and defamation after he made a Facebook comment that mocked the Ministry of Commerce.
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Lower Court Judges, Prosecutors Involved in “Procedural Misconducts” – Adhoc
Cambodian Human Rights and Development Association (Adhoc) has published a report alleging misconduct by judges and prosecutors during trials, urging the Justice Ministry to examine them and mete out administrative penalties.
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Thai police arrest 2 suspects in assault of Cambodian activist
Thai police have arrested two suspects in an attack near Bangkok of a Cambodian activist who has been leading civic workshops for Cambodian workers living in Thailand.
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Thai police detain 10 Cambodians during workshop in Bangkok
Thai immigration police arrested 10 Cambodians during a civic workshop in Bangkok last week, several activists have told Radio Free Asia.
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Jan 30 Fixed For Kem Sokha’s Appeal As Civil Societies Hope For Political Space Restoration
The Court of Appeal will hear former opposition leader Kem Sokha’s appeal against his treason conviction this January 30, as civil societies call on the new government to restore the political situation and human rights in the country.
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Sen. Markey calls for release of political prisoners in Cambodia
The imprisonment of political prisoners in Cambodia, including Cambodian-American citizen and lawyer Theary Seng, was the subject of a letter sent by Sen. Ed Markey to Secretary of State Antony Blinken earlier this month.
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Ministry urged to extend NSSF coverage; CSOs submit request
A senior official from the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training said 17 trade unions and civil society organisations (CSOs) had previously submitted over 20 requests, proposing that the authority enhance and broaden National Social Security Fund (NSSF) services in an effective, transparent and accountable manner.
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STT Report: Forced Evictions in Phnom Penh, Kandal, Takeo Pushed People into Debt Crisis
A report by NGO Sahmakum Teang Tnaut Organization (STT) revealed that people who are forcibly evicted from their homes without proper resettlement are burdened with debt, have low access to food, while children experience disruptive education and are subject to child labor.
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Gov’t Studies Same-Sex Marriage Law Amid Prejudices, Risk of Breaking Tradition
The law on same-sex marriages might be difficult to enact as government officials are concerned that it could undermine traditional customs.
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Ministry plans a ‘Zero Fake News Campaign’
The Ministry of Information is planning a ‘Zero Fake News Campaign’ through inter-ministry mechanisms, as there have been over 3,000 fake news items during this year.
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Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet Urges Journalists to Respect Professional Ethics and Be Bold in Editing (Video inside)
Phnom Penh (FN), Dec. 27 – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet urged all journalists to respect professional ethics by publishing accurate news and being bold in editing, speaking on Wednesday morning (Dec. 27) during an inauguration ceremony for the Cheung Aek Sewage Treatment Plant in Phnom Penh.
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Tina: Working group to serve public
Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Dith Tina, who heads the government working group for Banteay Meanchey province, has instructed its members to serve the public to the best of their abilities.
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Human Rights Violation, Deforestation Evident in Cambodia’s Gold Mine Operations Over 20 Years – Report
A recent report by Equitable Cambodia has exposed the commercial gold mining industry’s involvement in deforestation, violation of rights, encroachment and land grab of traditional indigenous forested areas.
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Ballot numbers drawn ahead of Senate election
The National Election Committee (NEC) drew the ballot position numbers for the four political parties that will participate in next year’s February 28 Senate election.
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PM helps teacher get job back
In a rare move, Prime Minister Hun Manet has revoked the dismissal of a contract teacher in Banteay Meanchey province and asked her to work till her retirement from job.
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