Election campaigning will kick off for the two weeks ahead of the June 5 vote, during which parties will be allowed two rallies per contesting commune as long as they stay within boundaries and give three days’ notice. The National Election Committee (NEC) has reminded all political parties to abide by the election law and regulations as 17 political parties will begin their campaign this weekend across the country. The NEC has asked the apex law enforcement agency to work with it and ensure that legal action is taken against perceived fake news or incitement. The Government of Cambodia on May 20, 2022 has issued a notice banning the sale and consumption of alcohol one day before and on the day of the polling.
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So far, the National Election Committee (NEC) has given the greenlight to 46,980 people from 16 national associations, including seven non-governmental organisations (NGOs), to act as observers in the upcoming commune council elections. Electoral observer organizations and minor political parties reporting difficulties fielding monitors.
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