Fears for tourism during rally
The opposition’s planned demonstration in Siem Reap next month could affect the tourism industry in Cambodia’s most important visitor destination, the government and industry representatives said yesterday.
Cambodian Tourism Minister Thong Khon told the Post that the Cambodia National Rescue Party’s (CNRP) December 10 rally could have “huge” consequences for both residents and businesses, particularly if tensions escalated. …
Khon said he did not object to the CNRP protesting but said the opposition should avoid Cambodia’s most popular tourist spot, Angkor Wat, so tourists were not disrupted. …
An announcement was made last week to move the December 10 rally – scheduled on the annual Human Rights Day holiday – from the capital to Siem Reap. Details are still being worked through, but the CNRP expects to attract 10,000 people from nearby provinces. …
Chan Muy Hong
http://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/fears-tourism-during-rally
