Cambodian anti-riot police conduct exercise in preparation for future protests
The Phnom Penh Municipal Police held a special training at the capital’s Olympic Stadium on Thursday afternoon in preparation for any future demonstrations. More than 2,000 policemen, armed with shields and batons, joined the half-day training, Gen. Chuon Sovann, chief of the Phnom Penh Municipal Police, said. “It is usual for armed forces to get training in order to strengthen their abilities in maintaining security, safety and public order for the city,” he told reporters at the event. … The exercise came after 18 opposition-aligned trade unions and associations announced to hold a public forum at the capital’s Freedom Park on Saturday, an event that will coincide with International Women’s Day, even though the City Hall refused to give them permission. …
The Global Times News Staff
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