Cambodia Pushes for Increased Female Candidates in Upcoming Local Elections
Lok Keang, Chairperson of the National Assembly's 8th Commission, urged an increase in female candidates for the 2027 local elections. Currently, women constitute only 22% of commune/sangkat council members, falling short of the CEDAW Committee's 50% gender parity goal. Enhanced support from political parties and society is deemed crucial.
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