UN raises concerns over freedom of expression, assembly in Cambodia

Concerns raised by the United Nations’ special rapporteur Rhona Smith over peaceful assemblies to promote human rights in Cambodia will be studied.

The Cambodian Human Rights Committee (CHRC) said it will consider the concerns voiced by Smith and continue to cooperate with the special rapporteur to improve the human rights situation in Cambodia.

The CHRC said in a statement that Smith raised concerns over restrictions on freedom of expression in Cambodia during a video conference meeting with CHRC president Keo Remy.

In full: https://www.nst.com.my/world/region/2020/08/620154/un-raises-concerns-over-freedom-expression-assembly-cambodia

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