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Cambodia's Supreme Court Upholds Sentence for Labor Union Leader

Chhim Sithar's two-year prison term for incitement during a casino strike is confirmed, amid ongoing protests for her release.

  • Chhim Sithar, leader of the NagaWorld casino strike, had her two-year sentence upheld by Cambodia's Supreme Court.
  • The strike began in December 2021, protesting layoffs and alleged union-busting at NagaWorld.
  • Dismissed workers continue to protest, demanding rehiring and the release of Sithar.
  • Eight fellow union members also had their convictions and sentences upheld by the court.
  • Sithar recognized internationally as a Human Rights Defender, could be released later this year due to time served.
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