Cambodia, Christopher R. Hill, Kem Sokha

Cambodia - Assistant Secretary Hill Meets Human Rights Activist Kem Sokha

On May 3, Assistant Secretary for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Christopher R. Hill met with Mr. Kem Sokha, a prominent Cambodian human rights activist and President of the Cambodian Center for Human Rights. Assistant Secretary Hill and Mr. Kem discussed recent developments in Cambodia, including challenges to freedom of expression and freedom of assembly as well as concerns over growing political intimidation. Assistant Secretary Hill expressed support for Mr. Kem’s efforts to promote democracy and the rule of law in Cambodia.

SOURCE: state.gov 2005/474 Released on May 5, 2005 Press Statement Richard Boucher, Spokesman Washington, DC May 5, 2005