Phnom Penh (FN), Feb. 19 – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet issued a stern warning of legal consequences for spreading false narratives about Cambodia, speaking on Monday (Feb. 19) during a groundbreaking ceremony for Chak Angrae Krom Bridge, Phnom Penh.

Samdech Thipadei asserted that individuals utilizing Cambodia as a backdrop for video production with the intent of spreading false narratives about Cambodia to increase viewership will face legal consequences. Following legal action, they are to be promptly expelled from the country.

The premier’s warning came after two Taiwanese nationals were arrested for fabricating a video depicting a kidnapping and torture in Preah Sihanouk province. They shared the misleading content on social media with the aim of boosting viewership and personal gain. Subsequently apprehended, the individuals lodged a case with the Sihanoukville Provincial Court and were sentenced to two years in prison along with a fine of four million riels each. Following their completion of the sentences, the two Taiwanese nationals will face deportation from the country.
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