Cambodia condemns US sanctions on prominent tycoon linked to forced labour

Jasmime Kaur Darshan
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 05:20:39 +0000
SGX, Cambodia, Human rights, US sanctions

CAMBODIA: Cambodia condemned the United States on Sept 13 for imposing sanctions on the country’s top business mogul. The country’s foreign ministry expressed deep regret over the unjust decision to sanction Ly Yong Phat and hinted that the action could hurt bilateral relations. Ly Yong Phat is among the wealthiest men in Cambodia. He is …