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Cambodia politics
The Truth About Cambodia’s So-Called Corruption Crackdown
By David Hutt
Efforts to root out corruption in the country are likely to run once again into familiar realities.
The Dark Year Since Cambodia’s 2018 Election
By Mu Sochua
The year since the controversial poll brought growing repression at home and further isolation abroad.
Does Cambodia’s Opposition Finally Have a Winning Comeback Plan?
By David Hutt
The comeback strategy in the works amounts to a bold leap into the unknown, and it is unclear if it will pay off.
Hun Manet: The Next Prime Minister of Cambodia?
By David Hutt
The issue of succession continues to loom large in Cambodia’s politics.
Is the EU Wrong on Rights in Cambodia?
By Kongkea Chhoeun
The EU's approach risks undermining Cambodia's development and harming its own image in the country.
What Did Suu Kyi’s First Cambodia Visit Achieve?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at a significant development within Cambodia-Myanmar relations.
Cambodia’s Opposition Party Must End its Policy Silence Now
By David Hutt
The CNRP’s weakened position makes the case for unveiling policy specifics stronger than ever.
The Life and Near Death of Sam Rainsy
By Andrew Nachemson
22 years after surviving a grenade attack, the popular opposition leader faces new questions about his role in politics.
The Mirage of a Cambodia Palace Coup
By David Hutt
Suggestions by Sam Rainsy of a palace coup grossly overestimate factionalism in the CPP and underestimate Hun Sen’s power.
Remembering Heng Samrin and Cambodia’s Rebirth
By Luke Hunt
Luke Hunt speaks with veteran journalist Peter Starr about the career of one of the twentieth century’s greatest guerrilla commanders.
January 7 in Cambodia: One Date, Two Narratives
By Kimkong Heng
Cambodian politicians should move beyond their arguments over history and find common ground to move Cambodia forward.
Hun Sen’s Monument to Himself
By Andrew Nachemson
The Cambodian prime minister inaugurated a monument celebrating his own achievements.