Ieng Sary vs Martin Torrijos

Ieng Sary was appointed Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Democratic Kampuchea. He represented the Khmer Rouge regime internationally, including at the United Nations.

Ieng Sary defected from the Khmer Rouge with a large faction, forming the Democratic National Union Movement. He received a royal pardon from King Norodom Sihanouk for his defection.

Ieng Sary was arrested by the ECCC for crimes against humanity, genocide, and war crimes. His arrest was part of the tribunal's efforts to hold Khmer Rouge leaders accountable.

Ieng Sary died on March 14, 2013, while still on trial at the ECCC. His death ended the proceedings against him without a final verdict.

Martin Torrijos, son of former military leader Omar Torrijos, won the 2004 presidential election as the candidate of the Democratic Revolutionary Party (PRD). His victory marked the return of the PRD to power after a decade out of office.

Torrijos's presidency was marked by economic growth, social reforms, and the initiation of the canal expansion. He also pursued anti-corruption measures and improved relations with the United States. He left office with relatively high approval ratings.

Torrijos proposed and secured approval for a major expansion of the Panama Canal through a national referendum in 2006. The project aimed to build a third set of locks to accommodate larger ships, significantly increasing the canal's capacity and economic impact.