Onward Cambodian Soldier!

Cambodian lawmakers have passed a law imposing military conscription for all men between 18-30. The measure is a stinging rebuke to international donors who have long advocated for reduced military expenditure and a radically downsized payroll. The government is arguing that a stronger military was necessary to earn the respect of neighbouring states, in spite of reports that the Chinese military was under the impression that cuts were in the offing. We are inclined to agree with opposition leader Sam Rainsy, who claimed that the government was seeking to cloud the unemployment picture. He estimated that some 300,000 Cambodian men

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