Hun Sen pushes Cambodia to the brink of a dictatorship
The situation in Cambodia is approaching a dictatorship. What do Hun Sen’s repressive measures mean for Cambodia’s future?
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Is Hun Sen turning Cambodia into a pariah state in ASEAN?
As Prime Minister Hun Sen strengthens his position, he threatens to make Cambodia a pariah state – similar to North Korea – within ASEAN.
Cambodia’s Slow Road to Become an Oil Producing Nation
After years of delay, the Cambodian government and KrisEnergy get pen to paper, signalling a wealth of future opportunities for Cambodia.
Cambodian- Japanese Ties: Preserving Cambodia’s Foreign Policy Autonomy
Increased ties with Japan indicate Cambodia’s desire to diversify strategic partnerships in the region. Can Hun Sen succeed without angering Beijing?
Cambodian democracy: The beginning or the end?
In the face of growing opposition, Hun Sen needs to deal with the challenge of a politicised population. But he may not choose the democratic route.
Hun Sen’s game of political chicken: Time for Rainsy to act
Hun Sen lifted the travel ban on Sam Rainsy but his return may not be a blessing for the CNRP.
Weapons smuggling on the Thai-Cambodian border: Who is responsible?
The Thai-Cambodia border is teeming with arms smugglers. The Thai media accuses the Cambodian Defense Ministry of their direct involvement in weapons smuggling. But the Thai military’s involvement also needs questioning.
Is Cambodia an easy target for terrorists?
Cambodia’s position at the geographical heart of Southeast Asia makes it an attractive base for criminals and militants. Hun Sen says he is standing up to illicit activity.
500 million pieces of silver: Why America owes Cambodia for Kissinger’s atrocities
Forty years ago Henry Kissinger ordered a bombing campaign which tore apart Cambodia’s rural villages. Washington now wants a post-war loan paid back and quietly ignores the half a million people killed by US bombs. Hun Sen has sent them a stern reminder of the price his country already paid.
Failing justice: Why young Cambodians need to know about the Khmer Rouge
Hun Sen’s government plagues the trials of surviving Khmer Rouge members and few are brought to justice for their horrific crimes.