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Run Ta Ek, with little greenery or shade, pictured during the construction process. Despite roads and electricity being mostly completed, the area remains exposed to the elements. Photo taken on Jan. 28, 2024. (Ses Aronsakada)

Op-Ed: The Village Square: A Vision for Economic Prosperity in Run Ta Ek

Entering the outskirts of Run Ta Ek, the relocation site for the families who were living in Angkor Park, one can see locals selling various goods along the roadside. They display their items in front of their houses along secondary streets, organically creating small, bustling market environments. This practice is a quintessential aspect of Cambodian rural life.