Cambodia opposition leader calls for treason charges to be dropped as trial resumes

Cambodian opposition leader Kem Sokha called Wednesday for treason charges against him to be dropped as his trial resumed after two years of delays due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

The case against the 68-year-old has been widely condemned as politically motivated and has dragged on for years.

He stands accused of conspiring with foreign entities to overthrow the government of strongman ruler Hun Sen, according to court documents — charges he vehemently denies.

In full: https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20220119-cambodia-opposition-leader-calls-for-treason-charges-to-be-dropped-as-trial-resumes

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