Ieng Sary

ModernPoliticianCambodia1925 — ?

Khmer Rouge foreign minister.

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Quick Facts

Born

1925

Country

Cambodia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)27

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)37

Leadership (15%)52

Strategy (15%)58

Total Score40.9

Ieng Sary — Complete Timeline

1975 AD

Appointed Foreign Minister of Democratic KampucheaPolitical Action◆ Major

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.

Khmer RougeDiplomacyGovernment

Impact: global

1996 AD

Defected from Khmer RougePolitical Action◆ Major

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.

DefectionKhmer RougePeace Process

Impact: national

2007 AD

Arrested by Cambodian TribunalPolitical Action◆ Major

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.

ArrestTribunalJustice

Impact: global

2013 AD

Died During TrialOther

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.

DeathTrialKhmer Rouge

Impact: national