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Kem Sokha
Cambodian PM Threatens Opponents With Legal Action, Violence
By Sebastian Strangio
Despite his party's nearly unchallenged dominance, Hun Sen is bent on preventing the emergence of a political alternative.
Why Cambodia’s Opposition Parties Must Unite
By David Hutt
Unity offers the only hope for defeating Prime Minister Hun Sen – but cynicism and egotism stand in the way.
Cambodia Confirms CPP’s Landslide Victory in Commune Election
By Sebastian Strangio
Prime Minister Hun Sen's party won nearly three-quarters of the vote in an election marred by claims of vote-buying and intimidation.
Putting a Positive Spin on Cambodia’s Local Election
By David Hutt
For the first time, an opposition party not led by a magnetic political personality has made inroads.
How the Candlelight Party Can Restore Political Pluralism to Cambodia
By Sam Rainsy
Since the banning of the Cambodia National Rescue Party in 2017, an old party has kept its flame burning.
The Battle Between Democracy and Autocracy, From Russia to Cambodia
By Sam Rainsy
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is a reminder that the pursuit of democracy and peace are intimately connected.
As Cambodian Election Season Nears, Opposition Parties Prepare to Tackle Hun Sen
By Sebastian Strangio
Upcoming commune and national elections won't be free or fair, but they will offer signals of how the CPP plans to govern during its next mandate.
Cambodia Resumes Treason Trial of Opposition Leader Kem Sokha
By Sebastian Strangio
The resumption follows a nearly two-year break in proceedings, allegedly due to COVID-19.
Cambodian PM Backs His Son Hun Manet to Succeed Him
By Sebastian Strangio
Prime Minister Hun Sen's announcement offered the strongest signal of support for his 44-year-old son.
Cambodia Opposition Fractures as Bickering Breaks Into the Open
By Sebastian Strangio
Kem Sokha has accused his longtime partner Sam Rainsy of using his name and image for personal political gain.
For Free and Fair Elections, Cambodia Must Let Opposition Leaders Return
By Sam Rainsy
Leaders of the CNRP – including the author – must be allowed to return to Cambodia before the next elections.
Key Cambodian Opposition Figure Defects From Banned CNRP
By Sebastian Strangio
Prime Minister Hun Sen's strategy for fracturing the opposition is slowly bearing fruit.