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Hun Sen
Yingluck and Foreign Policy
The Thai opposition looks like it might try to score foreign policy points against Yingluck Shinawatra. It probably won’t.
NGOs and Cambodia
A new law tightening up on NGOs in Cambodia likely has political motivations. Still, they need to work with the govt.
Can Yingluck Fix Cambodia Ties?
The election of Yingluck Shinawatra has raised hopes that Thailand can improve its prickly ties with Cambodia. But will the Thai Army get in the way?
Cambodia Land Deal Condemned
The World Bank criticizes a Cambodian land deal that has displaced thousands of poor residents from around a lake.
ICJ Rules on Preah Vihear
The ICJ rules that Thailand and Cambodia should withdraw their troops from the site of a disputed temple.
Sheen Comes Off Khmer Rouge Trial
The first stage of Cambodia’s Case 002 is over. But will Hun Sen stamp out the prospects of more people being held to account?
Thai Spies?
Cambodia and Thailand exchange claims over spying as they try to stoke some distracting nationalist sentiment.
Cambodians, Rightly, Dig In Heels
Clashes between Cambodian and Thai forces over a temple are a sign of what’s to come if Thailand tries to take it, says Michael Hayes.
How Egypt Looks Here
The protests in Cairo have had Southeast Asian netizens talking—and comparing events to unrest in their own countries.
Cambodia, Thailand Clash
Cambodia has called for outside help on its spat over the Preah Vihear Temple. Thailand is unlikely to want any.
A Prince Joins the Fray
Former Cambodian Prime Minister Prince Norodom Ranariddh is coming out of retirement. But will he be able to recapture his glory days?
Hun Sen Likes a Political Brawl
Critics of Cambodian leader Hun Sen frequently miss the point about his leadership. He likes a fight.