Hun Sen warns against insurrection and to cease subversive actions

Senate President Hun Sen.
August 13, 2024

Cambodian Senate President, Hun Sen, issued a stern warning to those planning to join demonstrations or align with the so-called ‘Unity for the Nation’ group, urging them to immediately cease their actions to avoid prosecution.

He spoke in the special voice message on Monday, clarifying that the Cambodia-Laos-Viet Nam Development Triangle Area (CLV-DTA) is not a joint development or a joint venture.

Members of the ‘Unity for the Nation’ Telegram group have already been identified by law enforcement officials, he added. This Telegram group is actively plotting to overthrow the legitimate government through force, including inciting civilians and the armed forces to rebel.

“For those who have already been arrested or remain free, we will consider leniency if they withdraw from the ‘Unity for the Nation’ group and cease their involvement. The group’s ultimate goal is to overthrow the legitimate government,” the Senate president underscored.

He continued that while this ill-intended group seeks to overthrow the elected government, it remains the government’s duty to protect the legitimate administration and ensure the safety of citizens.

He also pointed out that citizens who do not understand the Cambodia-Laos-Vietnam Development Triangle Agreement can access the relevant documents on the Ministry of Commerce’s website.

Additionally, he reiterated that Cambodia has not ceded land in the four provinces of Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri, Kratie, and Stung Treng, for joint development or joint ventures; the collaboration remains strictly at the level of cooperation. Fresh News