Rhona Smith added : “I equally encourage the authorities to facilitate the safe return of these individuals and to allow them to hear and defend their cases in court. In case their physical presence cannot be arranged, I encourage the authorities to facilitate remote participation of these individuals or adjourn the trials until the accused are able to travel,”

phnompenhpost Thursday, January 14, 2021 5:58:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “This is not an isolated episode. The civic and democratic space in Cambodia has continued to shrink and there is little evidence of political rapprochement and reconciliation,”

laht Friday, November 27, 2020 1:52:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

news4jax Thursday, November 26, 2020 9:49:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

TorontoStar Thursday, November 26, 2020 2:27:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : "The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law," "This is not an isolated episode,"

dailyadvertiser Thursday, November 26, 2020 1:04:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

eagletribune Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:55:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : "The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law," "This is not an isolated episode,"

bordermail Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:41:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : "The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law," "This is not an isolated episode,"

illawarramercury Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:40:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

therepublic Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:19:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

seattlepi Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:19:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

beaumontenterprise Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:16:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

dailyjournal Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:14:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

tribtown Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:13:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

ABCnews Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:10:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

WashingtonPost Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:06:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, November 25, 2020 6:07:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I call on the authorities to open up civic space, protect and promote fundamental freedoms, including the rights to assembly and of expression, and to ensure the right to a fair trial for all, as guaranteed by international human rights norms and standards and Cambodian laws,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, November 25, 2020 6:07:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I am seriously concerned that the impact on civil society will be lasting and urge the authorities to end this harmful approach to human rights defenders and facilitate freedom of expression and assembly, for the benefit of all members of society in Cambodia,”

reliefWeb Monday, November 16, 2020 11:24:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The rapid increase in numbers of arrests and serious charges filed against CNRP members is alarming,”

reliefWeb Friday, November 8, 2019 2:28:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “Civil society organisations should be able to work freely in Cambodia,”

reliefWeb Friday, November 8, 2019 2:28:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I urge law enforcement officials to apply non-violent means before resorting to any use of force and firearms and I call on all people to act peacefully and with restraint in words and actions,” “Saturday is Cambodia’s Independence Day, marking decolonisation of the country. It is also the eve of Bon Om Touk, the Water Festival, marking the end of the rainy season. Both of these events are celebrated with public holidays and many people travelling to Phnom Penh”

reliefWeb Friday, November 8, 2019 2:28:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “It is time to reset the approach to rights and freedom in Cambodia and ensure that all rights and freedoms voluntarily accepted by the government are enjoyed by everyone in the country. Human rights are, by definition, about people. Not politics,”

phnompenhpost Monday, September 30, 2019 7:16:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith insisted : “As currently set up, the centre continues to operate as a place of arbitrary detention and should be closed,”

phnompenhpost Wednesday, September 11, 2019 9:11:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith wrote : “We also discussed the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction’s work on urban planning and its efforts to implement the Sustainable Development Goals were also highlighted,”

phnompenhpost Friday, August 9, 2019 5:54:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “So, to me, this is a positive move,”

phnompenhpost Tuesday, July 30, 2019 7:53:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I also aim to continue my examination of human rights with respect to the Sustainable Development Goals, looking in particular at non-discrimination and equality, and participation and accountability,”

phnompenhpost Wednesday, July 24, 2019 7:35:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “remains under detention given the restrictions on his movement, surveillance of his family and friends when they visit and restrictions on who can visit,”

laht Friday, May 10, 2019 7:40:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said ( about Kem Sokha ) : “I reiterate my call for the release of Kem Sokha from detention and the swift conclusion of the investigation or for the charges to be dropped,”

laht Friday, May 10, 2019 7:40:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : "remains under detention given the restrictions on his movement, surveillance of his family and friends when they visit and restrictions on who can visit,"

efe Thursday, May 9, 2019 4:41:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith wrote : “We also discussed the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction’s work on urban planning and its efforts to implement the Sustainable Development Goals were also highlighted,”

phnompenhpost Thursday, May 9, 2019 10:50:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I take this opportunity to welcome the amendment to the Law on Trade Unions and open discussions among all relevant parties. I hope this amendment will bring about a law that is in compliance with international standards,”

phnompenhpost Thursday, May 2, 2019 4:30:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “So, to me, this is a positive move,”

phnompenhpost Thursday, May 2, 2019 3:30:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I will be focusing my mission on the current situation of human rights, and will be following up on developments since my previous mission last November,”

manilatimes Thursday, April 25, 2019 8:02:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I also aim to continue my examination of human rights with respect to the Sustainable Development Goals, looking in particular at non-discrimination and equality, and participation and accountability,”

elevenmyanmar Thursday, April 25, 2019 8:28:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I also aim to continue my examination of human rights with respect to the Sustainable Development Goals, looking in particular at non-discrimination and equality, and participation and accountability,”

phnompenhpost Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:51:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : "I will be focusing my mission on the current situation of human rights, and following up on the developments since my previous mission last November,"

xinhuanet_en Wednesday, April 24, 2019 6:35:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “With respect to the cybercrime law,”

voanews Sunday, March 17, 2019 6:13:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith told : "There are many issues that need to be discussed to make sure that Cambodia's constitution and law are implemented fairly and equally by the government,"

refworld Thursday, October 27, 2016 6:29:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith told : "I think there are still elements of the Paris peace agreement which have not yet been fully delivered upon, particularly those related to ensuring free and full elections, human rights and a strong judiciary empowered to give effect (to) and enforce those human rights accepted by the country,"

irishsun Thursday, October 20, 2016 5:08:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : "It's imperative that the laws are applied without discrimination on any grounds including political beliefs and opinions, and that the same evidentiary requirements are applied to all charges and therefore are the basis for all convictions," "There's a need to strengthen consistency and reasoning in all cases in Cambodia"

irishsun Thursday, October 20, 2016 5:08:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith added : “I equally encourage the authorities to facilitate the safe return of these individuals and to allow them to hear and defend their cases in court. In case their physical presence cannot be arranged, I encourage the authorities to facilitate remote participation of these individuals or adjourn the trials until the accused are able to travel,”

phnompenhpost Thursday, January 14, 2021 5:58:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “This is not an isolated episode. The civic and democratic space in Cambodia has continued to shrink and there is little evidence of political rapprochement and reconciliation,”

laht Friday, November 27, 2020 1:52:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

news4jax Thursday, November 26, 2020 9:49:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

TorontoStar Thursday, November 26, 2020 2:27:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : "The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law," "This is not an isolated episode,"

dailyadvertiser Thursday, November 26, 2020 1:04:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

eagletribune Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:55:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : "The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law," "This is not an isolated episode,"

bordermail Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:41:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : "The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law," "This is not an isolated episode,"

illawarramercury Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:40:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

therepublic Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:19:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

seattlepi Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:19:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

beaumontenterprise Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:16:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

dailyjournal Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:14:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

tribtown Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:13:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

ABCnews Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:10:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,” “This is not an isolated episode,”

WashingtonPost Thursday, November 26, 2020 12:06:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The mass trials of CNRP activists appear to be politically motivated, lacking clear legal grounds and constitute a serious violation of the due process rights, firmly established by international human rights law,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, November 25, 2020 6:07:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I call on the authorities to open up civic space, protect and promote fundamental freedoms, including the rights to assembly and of expression, and to ensure the right to a fair trial for all, as guaranteed by international human rights norms and standards and Cambodian laws,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, November 25, 2020 6:07:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I am seriously concerned that the impact on civil society will be lasting and urge the authorities to end this harmful approach to human rights defenders and facilitate freedom of expression and assembly, for the benefit of all members of society in Cambodia,”

reliefWeb Monday, November 16, 2020 11:24:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “The rapid increase in numbers of arrests and serious charges filed against CNRP members is alarming,”

reliefWeb Friday, November 8, 2019 2:28:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “Civil society organisations should be able to work freely in Cambodia,”

reliefWeb Friday, November 8, 2019 2:28:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I urge law enforcement officials to apply non-violent means before resorting to any use of force and firearms and I call on all people to act peacefully and with restraint in words and actions,” “Saturday is Cambodia’s Independence Day, marking decolonisation of the country. It is also the eve of Bon Om Touk, the Water Festival, marking the end of the rainy season. Both of these events are celebrated with public holidays and many people travelling to Phnom Penh”

reliefWeb Friday, November 8, 2019 2:28:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “It is time to reset the approach to rights and freedom in Cambodia and ensure that all rights and freedoms voluntarily accepted by the government are enjoyed by everyone in the country. Human rights are, by definition, about people. Not politics,”

phnompenhpost Monday, September 30, 2019 7:16:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith insisted : “As currently set up, the centre continues to operate as a place of arbitrary detention and should be closed,”

phnompenhpost Wednesday, September 11, 2019 9:11:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith wrote : “We also discussed the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction’s work on urban planning and its efforts to implement the Sustainable Development Goals were also highlighted,”

phnompenhpost Friday, August 9, 2019 5:54:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “So, to me, this is a positive move,”

phnompenhpost Tuesday, July 30, 2019 7:53:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I also aim to continue my examination of human rights with respect to the Sustainable Development Goals, looking in particular at non-discrimination and equality, and participation and accountability,”

phnompenhpost Wednesday, July 24, 2019 7:35:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “remains under detention given the restrictions on his movement, surveillance of his family and friends when they visit and restrictions on who can visit,”

laht Friday, May 10, 2019 7:40:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said ( about Kem Sokha ) : “I reiterate my call for the release of Kem Sokha from detention and the swift conclusion of the investigation or for the charges to be dropped,”

laht Friday, May 10, 2019 7:40:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : "remains under detention given the restrictions on his movement, surveillance of his family and friends when they visit and restrictions on who can visit,"

efe Thursday, May 9, 2019 4:41:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith wrote : “We also discussed the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction’s work on urban planning and its efforts to implement the Sustainable Development Goals were also highlighted,”

phnompenhpost Thursday, May 9, 2019 10:50:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I take this opportunity to welcome the amendment to the Law on Trade Unions and open discussions among all relevant parties. I hope this amendment will bring about a law that is in compliance with international standards,”

phnompenhpost Thursday, May 2, 2019 4:30:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “So, to me, this is a positive move,”

phnompenhpost Thursday, May 2, 2019 3:30:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I will be focusing my mission on the current situation of human rights, and will be following up on developments since my previous mission last November,”

manilatimes Thursday, April 25, 2019 8:02:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I also aim to continue my examination of human rights with respect to the Sustainable Development Goals, looking in particular at non-discrimination and equality, and participation and accountability,”

elevenmyanmar Thursday, April 25, 2019 8:28:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “I also aim to continue my examination of human rights with respect to the Sustainable Development Goals, looking in particular at non-discrimination and equality, and participation and accountability,”

phnompenhpost Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:51:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : "I will be focusing my mission on the current situation of human rights, and following up on the developments since my previous mission last November,"

xinhuanet_en Wednesday, April 24, 2019 6:35:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith said : “With respect to the cybercrime law,”

voanews Sunday, March 17, 2019 6:13:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith told : "There are many issues that need to be discussed to make sure that Cambodia's constitution and law are implemented fairly and equally by the government,"

refworld Thursday, October 27, 2016 6:29:00 PM EAT

Rhona Smith told : "I think there are still elements of the Paris peace agreement which have not yet been fully delivered upon, particularly those related to ensuring free and full elections, human rights and a strong judiciary empowered to give effect (to) and enforce those human rights accepted by the country,"

irishsun Thursday, October 20, 2016 5:08:00 AM EAT

Rhona Smith said : "It's imperative that the laws are applied without discrimination on any grounds including political beliefs and opinions, and that the same evidentiary requirements are applied to all charges and therefore are the basis for all convictions," "There's a need to strengthen consistency and reasoning in all cases in Cambodia"

irishsun Thursday, October 20, 2016 5:08:00 AM EAT