Vendors fight for right to stay put

Food vendors at Phnom Penh’s O’Russey Market have fought and won a battle against eviction. On Friday, about 80 vendors, including some who have sold food at the market since 1997, were told to clear out of what has become a heavily congested parking lot outside the premises. … District governor Som Sovann said many people were pleased with the authorities’ decision to order out the vendors, who sell items including rice, noodles and coconut. …

Chhay Channyda
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