Opposition rally Monday is 'first real test' for unrest - Bangkok Post

Opposition rally Monday is 'first real test' for unrest

The Cambodia Herald 25-08-2013

An opposition rally planned for Monday will test whether serious political unrest is likely to erupt in Cambodia after last month's elections, according to the Bangkok Post.

In an editorial published Sunday, the newspaper noted the prospect of a "potentially dangerous situation because of the disputed election that took place on July 28.

"The first real test comes tomorrow, when supporters of the opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party led by Sam Rainsy rally in Phnom Penh," it added. 

SAM RAINSY 'CLEARLY AWARE' OF POTENTIAL FOR VIOLENCE

"Sam Rainsy is clearly aware of the potential for violence, and on Friday he seemed to be trying to ratchet tensions down a notch when he said that the rally is 'not a mass protest' against contested election results, but a 'normal meeting between party leaders'.

"Nevertheless, the rally will surely draw many thousands of mostly young and highly enthusiastic people." 

The National Rescue Party has disputed the results of the election in which indicate the ruling Cambodian People's Party won 68 seats in the 123-seat National Assembly.