relations between the government and the opposition deteriorated last year after the latter accused neighbouring Vietnam, with which Hun’s government maintains good relations, of land encroachment.

Cambodian opposition leader sentenced to five months in prison

Lawyer for Kem Sokha, who was not in court, says he will appeal, as opponents of Hun Sen continue to challenge his regime

Kem Sokha, the deputy leader of the Cambodia National Rescue party, was convicted of twice ignoring legal summons. Photograph: Heng Sinith/AP

The Guardian / AP | 9 Sept 2016