Cambodia's draft data protection law fans fears of government abuse

Leaked legislation says personal data could be exposed in the 'national interest'

20231207 Smartphone users in Phnom Penh

People using their smartphones in a Phnom Penh park. Cambodia follows other Southeast Asian nations that have rolled out data protection laws. © AFP/Jiji

FIONA KELLIHER, Contributing writer

PHNOM PENH -- Cambodia is poised to become the next Southeast Asian nation to roll out a personal data protection law, but experts warn it could leave internet users and tech companies vulnerable to the whims of an authoritarian government.

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