Assembly passes first of three contentious laws on judicial reform
Ruling party lawmakers at the National Assembly pass the first of three draft laws in judicial reform, defying an opposition boycott and ignoring calls for further review by outside legal experts. The Law on the Organization of the Courts will put more power within the Ministry of Justice and was passed without critical questioning. At least six lawmakers for the ruling Cambodian People’s Party spoke on the law’s behalf, saying it will enhance the judicial system. CPP lawmaker Chheang Von urged Minister of Justice Ang Vong Vathana to ensure that judicial staff are properly paid, in order to ensure effective work for the public. Lawmaker Sour Mara said the law was a new chance to “build a palace of justice for the people.” …
Suy Heimkhemra
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