thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 12/10/2026The NBC said new rumors about failing banks were untrue, after KB Prasac saw a few messages on social media questioning its stability. The incident illustrates a lack of faith in authorities, who have had to liquidate banks or restrict deposits to clean up the scam-ridden sector. 221
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Last week, we looked at the wide disparity in minimum wage increases proposed by employers, who want it unchanged, and workers, who are looking for a $40 hike in basic wages. Also, Cambodia hosted its scam conference, which ended up being a wet blanket. Post: kouprey.substack.com/p/unions-pus... 010
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Last week, we looked into the government's claim that no large-scale scam compounds remain in Cambodia. There is still skepticism about the validity of this claim and not to mention the government's failure to prosecute those most responsible for these mass crimes. 100
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 31/08/2026This week we crunched the numbers on the potential implications of proposed amendments to the Law on Commune Administration. The amendments will likely result in the CPP getting more first and second deputy positions in commune councils, reducing leadership positions for opposition parties. 120
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 24/08/2026This week we looked at the appointment of Kem Monovithya, Kem Sokha's daughter, as a special envoy to the government to increase investment and resolve the border issue with Thailand. The development came as a surprise to some Sokha supporters, who were waiting for his next move. 111
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 07/08/2026UN Special Rapporteur Tom Andrews visited Cambodia recently & pushed for Cambodians to return to their homes along the border. Also LICADHO, posted maps showing the Thai military razing homes on occupied Cambodian territory. This ignited a heated back-and-forth b/w the two countries. 111
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 05/08/2026Ooops we forgot to post this week's post! We looked at charges faced by Prince Group chairman Chen Zhi in a Chinese court. We also discuss the lack of reasoning provided by the government who should have wanted to prosecute Zhi for alleged crimes committed in Cambodia. 121
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 27/07/2026Hello hello! This week we looked at the human toll a year after Cambodia and Thailand started firing at each other as the border conflict escalated last July. We also analyzed Japan's decision to give Cambodia defense aid: kouprey.substack.com/p/the-human-... 000
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 20/07/2026After writing about the death of political commentator Kem Ley last week, this week we looked at one of the potential triggers for his killing: comments on the wealth amassed by Hun Sen's family. Day before his death, Ley spoke to the media about the Global Witness report and its findings. 111
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 13/07/2026Last week, we looked at the legacy of slain political commentator Kem Ley, who was known for his defiance against the elite, & push for grassroots democracy & political accountability. But he did espouse hateful rhetoric against ethnic Vietnamese groups. kouprey.substack.com/p/a-decade-s... 011
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 24/06/2026If you missed last week's post, Hun Sen declared that all land trade with Thailand was outlawed, even though there has been no public announcement from the government. We also looked at attempts to obscure corporate ownership data through updates to the Ministry of Commerce business registry. 100
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 12/06/2026This week we looked at four different stories using a new format. We assessed Hun Sen's admission that military losses to Thailand were his fault, and that his son should not be blamed. Also, the World Bank said poverty in the country will increase if oil prices remain high. 111
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 18/05/2026Hello World! In this week's post we look at sweeping sanctions placed on Cambodian elites, businesses persons and companies based in the country. The spread shows how the criminal elements of the economy are increasingly overlapping with legitimate parts of the economy. 120
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 27/04/2026Hi! This week we looked at the arrest of a trans woman who was detained for posting about a drunk driving fine they were given by police but later charged with falsifying their gender on an ID Card, highlighting the harassment faced by LGBTQ+ people. kouprey.substack.com/p/police-acc...kouprey.substack.comPolice accuse trans person of using falsified documentsAnd a lot of hullabaloo over a WSJ story 130
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 06/04/2026In this week's post, we look at how Prince Group's legal team questioned the provenance of the $15 billion in BTC seized by the US @TheJusticeDept and if it was linked to crimes alleged in an indictment filed last year against Prince founder Chen Zhi and associates. 110
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 16/03/2026Hello from Kouprey. This week we looked at whether the government's so-called XXL crackdown on scams and whether it is as effective as government surrogates and local media are claiming. Link: kouprey.substack.com/p/cambodia-t...kouprey.substack.comCambodia touts its scam crackdownAnd the government likes the media - well, the international kind 123
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 14/02/2026This week @KoupreyNL looks at Cambodia's trade relations with China & if it is translating to development on the ground. Also, we break down why the government is so skittish about admitting loss of land to Thailand. kouprey.substack.com/p/trade-with...kouprey.substack.comTrade with China gets more lopsidedAnd Manet is beating around the land-loss bush 011
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 20/01/2026Hello hello and happy new year! As promised, we will be more diligent about posting the weekly newsletter on social media. If you are new to Kouprey, you can view our old posts or subscribe on our microsite: kouprey.substack.com 110
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 25/11/2025Hello hello! We are back this week with a post on the sexual violence allegations that made news in both countries last week. Kouprey looked at how the Cambodian government, which is allergic to accountability and transparency, has again failed to make a compelling case... 100
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 17/11/2025In this week's post, we looked at another flare-up along the Cambodia-Thailand border, plunging the peace agreement into uncertainty, and seemingly dashing hopes for the reopening of the border and resumption of trade. Enjoy reading: kouprey.substack.com/p/peace-deal...kouprey.substack.comPeace deal paused as border tensions spikeAnd anti-scam ops chug along 100
thekouprey.bsky.social @thekouprey.bsky.social · 20/10/2025Hello and welcome to Kouprey, a new (well, new to bsky) Cambodia newsletter launched in May 2025 to help fill the ever-dwindling information landscape in the country. We’ve been a little slow to get Kouprey to the hellscape that is social media but from now we will try to post regularly here. 130