Tag: CNRP

Seng Theary arrives at Phnom Penh Municipal Court dressed as Lady Justice. Picture taken May 3, 2022. CamboJA/ Pring Samrang

Lawyers Give Concluding Arguments in CNRP Case, Verdict Due After Election

4 May 2022 7:05 AM|
Sorn Sarath|

The trial of dozens of former opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party members and supporters wrapped up Tuesday, with the judge declaring that a verdict would…

Former CNRP officials wave to photographers as they arrive at the Phnom Penh Municipal Court to attend their hearing on January 22, 2021. CamboAJ/ Panha Chhorpoan

21 Opposition politicians get between 5 and 10 years after ‘unfair’ trial

17 Mar 2022 5:42 PM|
Khuon Narim|

Twenty-one opposition members, including former Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP) leaders Sam Rainsy and Mu Sochua, were sentenced to prison Thursday after a trial rights…

Former opposition leader Kem Sokha arrives at the Phnom Penh Municipal Court to attend his hearing on treason charges, March 16, 2022. CamboJA/ Pring Samrang

Arguments over evidence submission as Sokha trial gets back underway

17 Mar 2022 3:50 PM|
Khuon Narim|

The trial of opposition leader Kem Sokha resumed Wednesday, with the defence and prosecution arguing over what evidence should be allowed to be submitted and…

Kem Sokha leaves the Phnom Penh Municipal Court after attending his hearing, February 23, 2022. CamboJA/ Pring Samrang.

Sokha’s lawyer asks for more trial days

24 Feb 2022 3:10 PM|
Khuon Narim|

against former opposition leader Kem Sokha following a request by his lawyer. Civil society groups have maintained that the trial, which is being held just…

Commune counsellors check voter lists during a Senate election in Takhmao, Kandal province. Picture taken February 25, 2018. CamboJA/ Pring

Civil society groups call on the government to ensure election is free and fair

23 Feb 2022 3:14 PM|
Khuon Narim|

Electoral observer organizations in Cambodia said on Tuesday that political rights remain under threat of interference from local authorities, and requested the government do more…