Publication : Press Release

Civil Society Organizations (CSO) condemn the representative of SOCFIN-KCD, who has prevented and prohibited the NGOs and people during their study visit to learn about the culture of indigenous people, mountains, forests, waterfall, and wildlife sanctuary which is located in Busra commune, Pichreada district, Mondulkiri province. The representative claims that this area is the company’s private property. On Jan 21, 2010, while a group of about 30 members of CSOs and ommunities from various provinces was traveling to study natural forest in Namlea mountain protected area in Bousra commune, suddenly, the Socfin-KCD company’s car with a representative namely Mr. Pierre was following the NGOs vehicle and stopped the trip showing an intimidated behavior. He also prevented the group from taking pictures of nature forests which he regards as private property of company and no once is allowed to enter the area.

Information Source : Joint Statement On Restriction on Freedom of Movement

• CSO