The Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia launches a weekly radio show, “Khmer Rouge on Trial,” on Thursday 24 November 2011. It will air every Thursday evening from 5:15 – 6:15 pm on AM 918 KHZ and FM 105.75 MHZ.
The radio programme provides an opportunity for the public to interact with court officials and deepen their understanding of Case 002, the trial of three Khmer Rouge leaders -- Nuon Chea, Ieng Sary and Khieu Samphan. They are indicted for genocide, crimes against humanity and grave breaches of the 1949 Geneva Conventions.
Each show will present highlights from the week’s hearings, and featured guest speakers from the court will break down major developments in the proceedings. Listeners are also invited to call in and ask questions or express their opinions.
If you have questions about the trial or the proceedings in general, please call one of the following numbers:
092 929280;
092 929281;
097 8282918; and
097 8282919.
Stay tuned!
For more information on the radio programme, contact Public Affairs Officer Huy Vannak at pas@eccc.gov.kh.
ECCC Weekly Radio Show “Khmer Rouge on Trial” Begins
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