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07 February 2003

U.S. Deeply Concerned by Continuing Instability in Cambodia

(Statement by State Department Spokesman Richard Boucher) (190)
The United States is deeply concerned by the continuing unstable
situation in Cambodia following mob violence against the Embassy of
the Royal Thai Government January 29, according to State Department
Spokesman Richard Boucher.
In a statement released February 6, Boucher said, "We are particularly
concerned by indications that the government is using the situation to
target the political opposition and independent media. "
Following is the text of Boucher's statement:
(begin text)
Office of the Spokesman
February 6, 2003 2003/117
Statement by Richard Boucher, Spokesman
Situation in Cambodia
The United States is deeply concerned by the continuing unstable
situation in Cambodia following mob violence against the Embassy of
the Royal Thai Government and other Thai establishments on January 29.
The United States calls on all sides in Cambodia to do their utmost to
bring about stability.
We are particularly concerned by indications that the government is
using the situation to target the political opposition and independent
media. The United States urges a credible investigation based on facts
and reflecting international standards. We are continuing to watch the
situation closely.
(end text)
(Distributed by the Office of International Information Programs, U.S.
Department of State. Web site: http://usinfo.state.gov)