AFP
PHNOM PENH (Cambodia) - THE UN special rapporteur for human rights urged Cambodia on Thursday to boost judicial independence as he warned that courts faced 'tremendous challenges' in providing justice for the poor.
Surya Subedi said a range of issues, including external interference in proceedings and a lack of awareness of human rights standards, meant the public did not have confidence in the legal system.
Wrapping up a 10-day fact-finding mission on the workings of the courts system - which has faced accusations of corruption and political tampering in the past - Mr Surya said obtaining justice for the poor and marginalised was a particular problem. The UN representative said he was 'troubled' by the impact of land disputes and resettlement on ordinary people.
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