Cambodian PM Hun Sen dumps Facebook on eve of poll campaign

23 Sept 04:18 Key points summarised by AI

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen announced his departure from Facebook, opting to use Telegram and TikTok for political messaging, just days before his re-election campaign.
His decision came after Facebook's independent Oversight Board ruled to remove one of his videos containing threats of violence against political opponents and recommended a six-month suspension of his accounts.
Analysts suggest Hun Sen's move is a preemptive response to the Oversight Board's decision and reflects a broader shift towards platforms less likely to restrict his content, raising concerns about human rights and incitement.
The upcoming July 23 election, widely dubbed a sham, sees Hun Sen, one of the world's longest-serving leaders, campaigning for re-election while his son is slated to succeed him.

Myanmar extends martial law for another 90 days

Yesterday 10:44 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing extended martial law for an additional 90 days across 55 townships.
Administrative and executive powers under the decree were transferred to Gen Ye Win Oo, commander-in-chief of the armed forces.
This marks another extension of martial law, though the number of designated townships was slightly reduced from 58 to 55.
The affected townships are primarily regions under the control or occupation of various ethnic armed groups and resistance forces.