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French Tourists with COVID-19 Traveled across Country; Authorities Attempting to Trace Others

It was unclear if all staff members at these hotels would be tested and if officials would be able to trace all the people the French tour group came in contact with. 

Garment Workers Concerned Over Potential Coronavirus Spread in Crowded Factories

Healthcare Professionals, Pharmacists Brace For COVID Challenges

Cambodia’s Health Ministry has designated hospitals to treat infected individuals in all 24 provinces and Phnom Penh, even using the shuttered Great Duke Hotel in the capital to house patients. 

Four Environmentalists Released By Court; Temporarily Barred From Investigating Deforestation

Following his release, Ouch Leng said they had signed an agreement with the court to halt their investigations till they submitted documents relating to the registration of their NGOs. 

Kampot Officials Make Underage Girl Publicly Apologize For Fake News, Revealing Her Identity

The girl, who studies in a school in Kompong Trach district, was made to publicly apologize in a video, which was then published on Facebook by the provincial and district police, where she is made to reveal her name and address.

Defense Distances Kem Sokha From Sam Rainsy, US Ambassador Criticizes Prosecution’s “Conspiracy Theories”

The council of judges and prosecution have characterized Sam Rainsy’s speeches, played in court over the last few weeks, as evidence of his alleged proclivity for “violence,” though providing little evidence to support the claim. 

Court Questions Kem Sokha’s Decision to Form CNRP with “Violent” Sam Rainsy

The council of judges’ line of questioning was similar to the prosecution’s assertion a few weeks ago that Kem Sokha’s repeated claims – in old speeches and stated political policies – that he only followed nonviolent strategies was moot because he associated with Sam Rainsy to form CNRP

Court Admits Prosecution Evidence Despite Objections From The Defense

The hearing resumed on Wednesday with Kem Sokha again not saying a single word in court, nor any evidence or arguments presented to prove his innocence or guilt in the treason case. 

Cambodian Government Allocates Up to $2 Billion for Economic Fallout from Coronavirus

“The government allocates funds based on two scenarios of COVID-19,” he said. “There will be $800 million for a period of six months and $2 billion if the outbreak lasts a year and longer.”

Hun Sen Asks MFIs to Defer Microloan Payments, Amid Factory Suspensions

The Ministry of Labor last week confirmed that around 33 factories, employing around 70,000 workers, had applied for work suspension from between 2 weeks to one month, affecting 18,000 of those workers.

Cambodian Civil Societies Celebrate 109th International Women's Day

The ceremony is celebrated with talks about the history of the Internationals Women's Day, and performances on women's rights.

Finance Ministry Allocates $30 million For COVID-19 Fight

Or Vandine, Health Ministry spokesperson, said the funding would also be used to prepare doctors at provincial hospitals, drug procurement and other material acquisitions.

Sar Kheng Warns of Complacency, Says Officials Must Serve Despite No Opposition

At the inauguration ceremony of a new governor in Kandal province, Sar Kheng said that all officials must maintain the “ideals” of serving the people and the nation, and to not take senior government roles only for personal benefits.

WWF Calls For Stricter Implementation Of Ban On Wildlife Trade-In Southeast Asia

Hun Sen Mocks Rights Advocates for Criticizing Arrest of “Sexily” Dressed Woman

The woman was charged under trafficking law and could face up to a month in prison if found guilty. The move was summarily criticized by rights groups and women rights advocates as moral policing that blamed victims for sexual trafficking.

UN Human Rights Chief Says Violations In Cambodia Unrelenting

Procedural Arguments Stall Kem Sokha Trial, No Progress on Treason Charge

The prosecution on Wednesday submitted new evidence, which the council of judges took under consideration on Thursday morning. The prosecution said the evidence was needed to counter similar evidence introduced by the defense earlier in the trial.

Gov’t Lawyers Question Kem Sokha’s Decision to Join “Violent Convict Sam Rainsy”

Prosecution, Government Allege Foreign Role In CNRP Formation, But Present No Evidence

Kem Sokha Lawyers to Rejoin Trial After Walking Out at Last Hearing