A court in Cambodia sentenced opposition figure Rong Chhun, advisor to the National Power Party, to four years in prison for inciting social disorder. This sentence represents a significant blow to the opposition in Cambodia.
Rong Chhun was accused based on comments where he shared his opinion about [...] The court's decision generated controversy and concern among human rights defenders and the political opposition.
During the trial, Chhun denied the accusations against him and stated that his remarks were within the framework of freedom of expression. However, the court determined that his words incited social disorder, leading to the four-year prison sentence.
The sentence has provoked criticism both nationally and internationally, with calls to respect freedom of expression and civil rights in Cambodia. Rong Chhun is known as a prominent opposition leader, and his imprisonment has raised concerns about the state of democracy in the country.
