Cambodia democracy

Ericksen argues that the United States should forge closer ties with Cambodia. Critics cringe at a legislator lobbying for a foreign government.

Despite the opposition figure’s optimistic assessment, the outlook following his possible return to Cambodia remains unclear.

The year since the controversial poll brought growing repression at home and further isolation abroad.

Hun Sen has remained defiant since eradicating his political opposition. How should the world respond?

The coup of July 1997 cemented Hun Sen’s grip over the country, and it’s never wavered since.

Withdrawing Cambodia’s EBA privileges might not do more harm than good.

The election outcome all but completes the country’s transition to a one-party state.

Despite an intense crackdown on dissent, Hun Sen's supporters turned out for a mass rally ahead of Cambodia's elections.

The government’s efforts to regulate fake news have raised concerns amid a wider campaign to suppress dissent as elections approach.

Anxiety and crackdowns define a battle for legitimacy in Cambodia.

The problems are deeper than the lack of a viable opposition party.