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Khmer Rouge
Southeast Asia’s Forgotten Wars
Westerners have varying images of Southeast Asia. Few of them, though, include the region’s many conflicts.
Cambodia’s War Crime Bullies
Should the ongoing Khmer Rouge Tribunal have its scope expanded? One of its judges seems to think so.
Cambodia’s War Crime Bullies
Should the ongoing Khmer Rouge Tribunal have its scope expanded? One of its judges seems to think so.
A Bitter-Sweet Duch Ruling
The extension of the sentence of Kaing Guek Eav, known as Duch, to life is welcome. But it’s a hollow victory.
Duch Appeal Nixed
Kaing Guek Eav, commandant of the S21 death camp, will now spend the rest of his life in jail.
Cambodian Art Blossoms
After decades of conflict, Cambodian art is flourishing as young artists mix the traditional with the modern.
Top 10 ASEAN Stories of 2011
From floods, to elections to a shameful attack in London, The Diplomat picks its top stories from Southeast Asia.
What was China’s Khmer Rouge Role?
As the trial of former senior Khmer Rouge members continues, debate rages over how much China’s leadership knew about a key slave labor project.
Khmer Rouge: It was Vietnam!
Nuon Chea takes the stand at the trial of former Khmer Rouge leaders – and makes clear his hatred of Vietnam.
Khmer Rouge Horrors Laid Out
As the trial of three surviving leaders of Pol Pot’s regime begins, the court hears a long list of alleged horrors.
Justice vs. Stability
News the trial of four Khmer Rouge members is set to begin next month raises questions of justice and closure.
Heng Samrin, Man of the People
Cambodian Heng Samrin played a crucial role in ridding the country of Pol Pot. Still, he prefers life in the shadows.