Morm Moniroth

Candlelight Party leaders wave flags amid a party congress in Phnom Penh on May 15, 2022. (Candlelight Party Facebook page)

With Three Weeks to Go, Candlelight Commits to Contesting Election

The opposition Candlelight Party told candidates to carry on competition against the ruling party amid lawsuits and disqualifications at a party congress on Sunday.

Morm Moniroth May 16, 3:40 pm

Indelible ink is tested at the National Election Committee office on May 13, 2022. (Hean Rangsey/VOD)

NEC Gives Thumbs-Up for Indelible Ink

The NEC on Friday announced 52,000 bottles of ink as indelible and fit to be used for the June 5 commune election. The ink is imported from an Indian company and is expected to remain on a voter’s finger for at least the duration of the balloting.

Morm Moniroth May 13, 6:45 pm

A party sign removed in Phnom Penh’s Toul Sangke I commune in Russei Keo district in May 2022. (Supplied)

Candlelight Banner Taken Down for ‘Future’ Infrastructure Work

The Candlelight Party has accused a Russei Keo commune chief of tearing down a party banner in the capital, with the officials claiming the billboard was erected on state land. Separately, the Candlelight Party’s provincial head in Pailin received a second court summons for incitement — part of two cases being pursued against him since last month.

Morm Moniroth May 10, 5:21 pm

Border patrol officers find weapons in Battambang's Kamrieng district in October 2021.

Three Sent to Court for Alleged Cross-Border Weapons Trafficking

Military police stopped three people from carrying arms across the border and have sent them to the Battambang Provincial Court, an official said this week.

Morm Moniroth May 5, 4:52 pm

A Candlelight Party gathering in Preah Vihear province on May 4, 2022. (Candlelight Party Facebook page)

CPP Spokesperson Says Candlelight Will Fade, Setha Retorts Their Support Is Burning Hot

The Candlelight Party’s vice president said their support was only growing and would “burn” away the CPP, in response to a ruling party spokesperson’s comment that the opposition party will fade away.

Morm Moniroth May 4, 7:04 pm

Opposition leader Kem Sokha leaves the Phnom Penh Municipal Court in his vehicle on February 12, 2020. (Ouch Sony/VOD)

Sokha Trial Meanders as Judges Query Him About Contested 2013 Election

A judge continued to question Kem Sokha over procedures and result of the 2013 national election, as the treason trial completed the 38th hearing in the protracted criminal case.

Morm Moniroth Apr 28, 11:20 am

Interior Minister Sar Kheng photographed at the Phnom Penh International Airport on February 3, 2022. (Interior Ministry)

Sar Kheng Asks Gov’t Officials to Remain Neutral in Upcoming Election

The minister released a letter last Friday asking government workers to be non-partisan and not conduct party activities during work hours.

Morm Moniroth Apr 27, 6:59 pm

CNRP president Kem Sokha leaves the Phnom Penh Muncipal Court on February 5, 2020 (Panha Chorpoan/VOD)

Kem Sokha Defense to Request Questioning of Foreign Representatives

Defense lawyers for treason-accused opposition leader Kem Sokha will ask foreign country representatives to appear in court and answer questions about allegations that Sokha conspired with foreign powers.

Morm Moniroth Apr 21, 2:52 pm

Kem Sokha Questioned on 2013 Election Monitors, Pleads Forgetfulness

Reports of irregularities during the vote that year fueled large public demonstrations in the election’s aftermath.

Morm Moniroth Apr 7, 4:47 pm

National Election Committee officials review complaints against commune candidates on March 17, 2022. (NEC Facebook page)

Election Body Disqualifies 11 Small Party Candidates

The National Election Committee has delisted 11 candidates for the June local election from two opposition parties, allegedly because they were illiterate.

Morm Moniroth Mar 21, 5:51 pm