Cambodia: Casinos get state approval despite links to human rights abuse at scamming compounds

By Amnesty International

A new investigation by Amnesty International shows that a dozen casinos in Cambodia are directly linked to scamming compounds where torture, forced labour, child labour and human trafficking have taken place. Analysis of official licensing documents issued by Cambodia’s Commercial Gambling Management Commission (CGMC) shows that casino owners are in direct control of buildings and […] The post Cambodia: Casinos get state approval despite links to human rights abuse at scamming compounds appeared first on Amnesty International. ]]>

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