Cambodian Opposition Politician Appeals Four-Year Sentence

Rong Chhun, an outspoken Cambodian opposition politician, has appealed his four-year jail sentence for inciting social unrest, asking the country's highest court to overturn the conviction. The Cambodian authorities frequently face accusations of using legal tactics to silence opposition voices.

Chhun's conviction was upheld by an appeal court earlier this year, and he is now awaiting a ruling from the Supreme Court, which is expected to issue its decision on Friday. Chhun expressed hope for justice, stating that the ruling will determine his political future.

He previously faced a two-year jail sentence in August 2021 but was released after three months. The case against him is linked to comments made during Prime Minister Hun Manet's visit to a border area with Vietnam.

The opposition leader, Kem Sokha, was sentenced to 27 years for treason and received a pardon last month, but his political rights remain revoked.