Pen Sovann

ModernPoliticianCambodia1936 — ?

First post-Khmer Rouge Cambodian PM.

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Quick Facts

Born

1936

Country

Cambodia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)16

Political (20%)28

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)37

Leadership (15%)31

Strategy (15%)36

Total Score34.6

Pen Sovann — Complete Timeline

1981 AD

Appointed Prime Minister of People's Republic of KampucheaPolitical Action◆ Major

Pen Sovann was appointed Prime Minister of the People's Republic of Kampuchea, the first post-Khmer Rouge government established by Vietnam. He led the country from 1981 to 1982.

GovernmentPost-Khmer RougeVietnam

Impact: national

1982 AD

Dismissed as Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Pen Sovann was dismissed as Prime Minister by the Vietnamese-backed leadership, reportedly due to his nationalist stance and disagreements with Vietnam. He was replaced by Chan Sy.

DismissalPolitical ConflictVietnam

Impact: national

1992 AD

Returned to PoliticsPolitical Action

Pen Sovann returned to politics after the Paris Peace Accords, founding the Cambodian National Salvation Party. He ran for office but failed to win significant support.

PoliticsPost-WarElection

Impact: national