Publication : Press Release

The Cambodia Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights welcomes the verdict of the Takeo Provincial Court to acquit two local human rights defenders, Mr. Cheab Chiev and Mr. Khoem Sarum as well as Radio Free Asia journalist, Mr. Sok Serey and Cham Community representatives Mr. Ny San and Seb Sein on charges of disinformation. The Court’s decision is a significant step towards the protection of the right of human rights defenders and journalists to freely and peacefully express themselves on matters of public interest, without fear of reprisals.

Information Source : Cambodia Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Welcomes the Decision of Takeo Provincial Court to Acquit Local Human Rights Defenders and Journalist. 19 February 2010

• OHCHR