Though founded less than a decade ago, Mother Nature Cambodia has quickly become a major nuisance for Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen’s government.
The NGO’s efforts to shed light on environmental issues that are threatening the Southeast Asian country’s diverse ecology, as well as its dwindling natural resources, has prompted the Cambodian government to take action.
While six Mother Nature activists were released last week on bail after spending up to 14 months in jail, they still face criminal charges and constant harassment from the Cambodian authorities and judiciary. Some of the charges carry up to 10 years in prison.
In full: https://www.dw.com/en/cambodia-targets-mother-nature-group-in-latest-crackdown-on-dissent/a-59843664