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Kaing Kek Iev will also be charged with murder and torture for his role as chief of Tuol Sleng prison under the Khmer Rouge.
Two Crimes Added to Duch Indictment
Judges ruled out a legal principle Friday that would hold other jailed leaders of the Khmer Rouge responsible for the prison chief's alleged crimes. (5 December 2008)
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Khieu Samphan Renews Translation Demand  Audio Clip Available
Defense called an argument against translation for cost・s sake ：a shame； Thursday. (04 December 2008)
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Villagers Wary of Hydropower Projects  Audio Clip Available
Villagers warned that a dam already in place in Vietnam should serve as a warning to others, as Cambodia seeks increased hydroelectricity (03 December 2008)
Prime Minister Hun Sen and National Assembly President Heng Samrin
Top Official Appeals for More Donor Aid  Audio Clip Available
Celebrating the birthday of the group that would eventually topple the Khmer Rouge, the Cambodian People's Party urged donors to continue aid to ensure peace. (02 December 2008)
The OK Condom campaign uses advertisements like this to put condoms where they are needed.
Condom Campaign a Shift From the Norm  Audio Clip Available
The OK Condom campaign marks a different approach to the fight against the disease, at a time when Cambodia・s sexual mores are in flux, and as more and more of the populace are youths. (01 December 2008)
Bangkok・s Suvarnabhumi Airport stands empty Friday, as anti-government protests continue to plague Thailand.
Thai Turmoil Costing Cambodia Millions  Audio Clip Available
The closure of Bangkok's international airport by anti-government protesters is putting a bite on Cambodia's tourism sector. (28 November 2008)
The price of rice and other goods in markets have fallen slightly in November.
Inflation on Goods Eases, But Just a Little  Audio Clip Available
Prices for commodities, fuel and other goods are dropping, economists say, but not enough. (27 November 2008)
Thai protesters in Bangkok closed two airports Tuesday, leaving hundreds stranded in Cambodia.
Passengers Scramble as Flights Canceled  Audio Clip Available
Thai protesters closed two airports in Thailand Tuesday, leaving some travelers in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap stranded. (26 November 2008)
Poverty avails sex tourism and pedophilia, rights workers say.
Youths Travel To Share Views on Sex Crime  Audio Clip Available
Three teenagers will participate in a world congress on sexual exploitation in Brazil this week. (25 November 2008)
Around 200,000 Cambodians work abroad, in agriculture, construction and other sectors.
Migrant Workers To Get Free Passports  Audio Clip Available
The government hopes to subsidize the document for 5,000 each year in a push to send more workers abroad. (24 November 2008)
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Some Children Labor, Far From Home  Audio Clip Available
Labor monitors say children should be encouraged to attend school and contribute to the future of the country rather than expected to support families with menial work far from home. (21 November 2008)
A senator said Thursday his commission had not identified the root of the court system's problems.
Senate Commission Examines Court System  Audio Clip Available
The nationwide examination of the courts has already found bias and corruption, a senator said Thursday. (20 November 2008)
Cambodian farmers want restrictions on the import of products they can grow inside the country.
Farmers Want Campaign Promises Kept  Audio Clip Available
An association of Cambodian farmers appealed to officials to keep promises made during the election season to improve the nation's agriculture. (19 November 2008)
Gunnar Bergstrom on Monday toured the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, where his "Gunnar in the Living Hell" exhibit will be on permanent display in December.
A Rejection of Photos, Not the Photographer  Audio Clip Available
A Swedish photographer seeks truth and reconciliation through an exhibit of photographs he took on a 1978 Khmer Rouge propaganda tour. (18 November 2008)
The late Hok Lundy is seen pictured behind Prime Minister Hun Sen as the premier returns from a trip to Beijing in October.
Premier Lost Ally, Not Power, in Chief's Crash  Audio Clip Available
The death of police chief Hok Lundy, who was appointed during a time of instability and violence, was not expected to weaken the prime minister's political position. (17 November 2008)
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．Same Positions・ at Temple Following Talks  Audio Clip Available
Agreements of troop withdrawals made in Cambodian-Thai border talks this week have yet to be implemented, a commander said Friday. (14 November 2008)
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Exhibit of 1978 ．Hell・ Photos To Tour Country  Audio Clip Available
Never-seen pictures of a Khmer Rouge tour for Swedish supporters will offer the chance for one photographer to apologize to victims. (13 November 2008)
Relatives of opposition journalist Duong Daravuth grieve before his portrait during his funeral in Phnom Penh, following a deadly 1997 grenade attack that has never been solved.
Police Chief Inherits Slew of Grievous Cases  Audio Clip Available
Rights workers asked Wednesday whether Gen. Neth Savoeun will solve the serious crimes his predecessor was accused of ignoring or perpetrating. (12 November 2008)
Koh Rong could see millions of dollars in infrastructure development, as a Phnom Penh developer eyes the island.
Developer Has ．Dream・ Plans for Island  Audio Clip Available
A Phnom Penh developer hopes to bring $200 million in infrastructure before investing in a resort on the island of Koh Rong. (12 November 2008)
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Hun Sen Relative Tapped as Police Chief  Audio Clip Available
Neth Savoeun, a former municipal police chief who is married to the premier's niece, will take over the national police force. (11 November 2008)