Thousands of Cambodian Workers Flee Thailand

Officials in Phnom Penh say thousands of Cambodian workers have fled Thailand since the military coup in Bangkok, and more people are crossing the border every day. Workers are crossing over mostly via the border town of Poipet in Banteay Meanchey province. Cambodian officials say some have been forced out while others are fleeing. Government officials put the number of workers who have left the country at 20,000, but human rights groups say the number could be double that. Sum...

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