Kem Sokha

ModernPoliticianCambodia1953 — ?

CNRP leader under house arrest.

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Quick Facts

Born

1953

Country

Cambodia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)42

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)42

Strategy (15%)56

Total Score41.1

Kem Sokha — Complete Timeline

2012 AD

Co-founded the Cambodian National Rescue Party (CNRP)Political Action◆ Major

Kem Sokha co-founded the CNRP with Sam Rainsy, becoming its vice-president. The party united various opposition groups and became a major electoral force.

Political PartyOppositionCambodia

Impact: nationalconstructive

2017 AD

Arrested on charges of treasonPolitical Action

Kem Sokha was arrested and charged with treason for allegedly plotting with the United States to overthrow the government. His arrest triggered a crackdown on the opposition and led to the dissolution of the CNRP.

ArrestTreasonCambodia

Impact: nationaldestructive

Placed under house arrestPolitical Action◆ Major

After his arrest, Kem Sokha was placed under house arrest, where he remained for years. His detention was widely criticized by human rights organizations as politically motivated.

House ArrestHuman RightsCambodia

Impact: nationaltragic