Articles by Cambodian Center for Human Rights (CCHR)
Ahead of elections, CCHR reports on the right to vote
Elections in the past however have been marred by allegations of undue influence or coercion inhibiting the free expression of the electors’ will.
CCHR releases analysis of the fourth draft of Law on Associations and Non-Governmental Organizations
The organisation welcomes the improvements made to the LANGO, but also highlights existing areas of significant concern.
Community activists report judicial harassment in Kep Thmey village
Chan Dara and Chan Sophanna have faced intimidation from local authorities whle protesting against a development project that threatens residents’ economic and cultural livelihoods.
Four activists arrested during demonstration
The activists are members of the Boeng Kak Lake community and are facing eviction under a land redevelopment plan.
Civil society organisations call on UNHRC to convene special session on Syria
Five IFEX members and other organisations called on the Council to consider the findings of the Syrian Commission of Inquiry and ensure accountability for attacks on peaceful protesters.
CCHR Institutions Fact Sheet: the National Assembly and freedom of expression
The ruling Cambodia People’s Party has imposed arbitrary administrative requirements that are used to stifle opposition and minority party opinions in parliamentary debates, says CCHR.
Human rights defenders and journalist summoned to court to answer two-year-old “incitement” charges
The charges against Ratha Visal arise from his journalistic work covering a land dispute in Patang village for Radio Free Asia.