Cambodia History
- Cambodia deports 19 Japanese cybercrime scam suspects. The suspects were arrested in Cambodia in January and February on suspicion of running phone scams targeting people in Japan. They were deported to Japan on Wednesday.
- Cambodian activists charged with insulting king on Facebook. The two men were charged with incitement to cause serious social unrest after they posted comments on Facebook that were critical of the king. They could face up to five years in prison if convicted.
- China and Cambodia hold first naval drills in Cambodian waters. The drills, which began on Tuesday, are the first of their kind between the two countries. They are seen as a sign of the close relationship between Cambodia and China.
- Q&A: Australia's nuclear-powered submarines and ASEAN's reaction. Australia's decision to acquire nuclear-powered submarines has raised concerns among some ASEAN countries, who are worried that the submarines could increase tensions in the region.
- Cambodia gov't rejects concern over opposition leader's sentence. The government has rejected concerns from the international community over the sentence of opposition leader Kem Sokha, who was sentenced to 27 years in prison on charges of treason.
In addition to these news stories, here are some other things to know about Cambodia today:
- The country is still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, which has had a significant impact on the economy.
- The government is facing increasing criticism over its human rights record, particularly its crackdown on dissent.
- Cambodia is a major tourist destination, known for its ancient temples and beautiful beaches.
- The country is home to a diverse population of over 16 million people.
