AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoConscription Takes Effect: Cambodia’s long-dormant military service law is now in force, requiring men aged 18–25 to serve two years (women can volunteer), with draft evasion punishable by up to five years in prison—an escalation tied to recent border tensions with Thailand. Royal Pardon: Opposition leader Kem Sokha has been granted a royal pardon, ending his 27-year treason sentence and house arrest, though other restrictions reportedly remain. Diplomacy to Cool Tensions: Cambodia and Thailand’s foreign ministers are set to meet in New York on the sidelines of the UN Security Council, aiming to rebuild trust after disputes. Public Safety Warning: CMAC has urged people to stop using unexploded wartime ordnance as café décor after a dangerous incident in Oddar Meanchey. Skills & Digital Push: Cambodia and the ADB reaffirm workforce training plans, while cellcard expands 5G coverage—doubling its footprint to 500+ sites and targeting 1,000+ by July.
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