Local expert claims illegal construction linked to corruption

A local expert has said that with the absence of a master plan for Phnom Penh or a comprehensive construction code, collusion with corrupt officials has led to illegal construction in the city.

This claim was solidified last week when the government warned that it would legally punish officials and companies that have colluded together to allow for construction on public parks and sidewalks, threatening that these buildings would have to be dismantled immediately if found to be not following their approved design plan. …

Siv Meng
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