Thai Border Incursions Affect Over 13,000 Cambodian Voters; NEC Outlines Measures
The National Election Committee (NEC) of Cambodia announced that incursions by Thai military forces into border areas and the obstruction of residents returning to their homes have affected 13,279 eligible voters across four provinces: Pursat, Banteay Meanchey, Oddar Meanchey, and Preah Vihear. The NEC is collaborating with the Ministry of Interior and local authorities to facilitate voter registration and voting procedures for displaced persons.
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