Cambodia: Market vendors may stage additional protests outside O'Russey Market in Phnom Penh as of July 22

Event

Market vendors may stage additional demonstrations outside O'Russey Market in Phnom Penh as of July 22. Around 350 people gathered at the site July 20 to demand the authorities reduce the stall rental fees. Any further rallies will likely involve similar numbers.

Authorities will likely impose increased security measures at the site during any demonstrations. Localized transport and business disruptions are possible, especially if the market vendors occupy and blockade the roads nearby the location. Clashes between police and protesters may occur.

Advice

Avoid any further rallies due to possible clashes. Plan for possible localized transport disruptions and seek alternative routes to circumvent the area. If any violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a safe nongovernmental building. Heed all official traffic and security advisories.