Cambodia: Activists to protest at Freedom Park in Phnom Penh Dec. 24-25

Event

Youth groups plan to demonstrate at the Freedom Park in Phnom Penh, 06:00-18:00 Dec. 24-25. They are protesting the issuance of permanent residence permits to foreigners and calling for the closure of the Department of Vietnamese Studies at the Royal University of Phnom Penh. Authorities have permitted 200 participants. Further demonstrations are possible until demands are met.

Security deployment is likely in and around the protest site, potentially prompting localized transport disruptions. Minor skirmishes cannot be ruled out, especially if police attempt to disperse the gathering for breaching capacity and timing limits.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution. Allow additional travel time in the affected area until the demonstration ends. Heed all security and traffic advisories.