Hun Sen
Hun Sen
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Full Name and Common Aliases
Khem Veasna Hun Sen is commonly known as Hun Sen.
Birth and Death Dates
Born: August 5, 1952
Still alive
Nationality and Profession(s)
Cambodian politician
Early Life and Background
Hun Sen was born in a small village in Kandal Province, Cambodia. He began his education at a Buddhist monastery but eventually dropped out to join the Khmer Rouge's army as a teenager. During the 1970s, he rose through the ranks and became one of the most senior leaders within the regime.
Major Accomplishments
Hun Sen has played a pivotal role in Cambodia's recent history. He initially served under Pol Pot but later defected to Vietnam, where he formed an alliance that helped lead to the downfall of the Khmer Rouge in 1997. After a successful coup, he became the Prime Minister of Cambodia and maintained power for over two decades.
Notable Works or Actions
Hun Sen has implemented several significant policies during his tenure as Prime Minister, including:
Encouraging economic development through foreign investment
Establishing a strong alliance with China to counterbalance Vietnam's influence
* Implementing land reform and addressing poverty in rural areas
However, his leadership has also been marred by human rights abuses and authoritarian tendencies.
Impact and Legacy
Hun Sen's legacy is complex and multifaceted. He has been credited with transforming Cambodia from a war-torn country to a relatively stable and economically thriving nation. However, critics argue that his regime has been responsible for numerous human rights violations, including the suppression of opposition parties and journalists.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Hun Sen is widely quoted and remembered due to his influential role in shaping Cambodia's modern history. His quotes often reflect his pragmatic approach to politics and his willingness to engage with foreign powers to secure economic benefits for his country.
Quotes by Hun Sen
The trial organized with U.N. participation of some kind will be for crimes committed by Khmer Rouge leaders from 1975 to 1979. That's it.
There are gays and lesbians in every country, so there should be no discrimination against them just because of their destiny.
The effect of corruption that we should not overlook is the lost of public confidence in the government which is a cause to weaken national unity and impede economic development,
The trial organized with U.N. participation of some kind will be for crimes committed by Khmer Rouge leaders from 1975 to 1979, ... That's it.
I not only weaken the opposition, I’m going to make them dead ... and if anyone is strong enough to try to hold a demonstration, I will beat all those dogs and put them in a cage.
I will not resolve a land dispute if civil groups or politicians are involved in the land disputes.
