Cambodia Denies Cash Shortage Claims, Cites Over $2.5 Billion in Reserves
Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen has refuted overseas claims of a government cash shortage, asserting reserves exceeding $2.5 billion and strong revenues. He stated monthly revenues average $500-600 million against approximately $230 million in public sector salaries, demonstrating sufficiency to cover expenses and maintain reserves.
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