Cambodian Union Leader Arrested for ‘Incitement’

Cambodian authorities have arrested a prominent union leader for allegedly inciting social unrest over border demarcation issues with the neighboring Vietnam, the latest crackdown against opposition voices in the kingdom.

Rong Chhun, president of the Cambodian Confederation of Unions and a longtime government critic, was apprehended Friday night at his home. He was taken to court Saturday to hear the charge against him.

If found guilty, Chhun face six months to two years imprisonment and a fine up to about $1,000.

In full: https://www.voanews.com/east-asia-pacific/cambodian-union-leader-arrested-incitement

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