CPK Intellectual Begins Testifying Before the Chamber
The examination of witness Rochoem Ton wrapped up Thursday, August 2, 2012, in Case 002 against accused Nuon Chea, Khieu Samphan, and Ieng Sary at the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC). With its conclusion, the prosecution commenced its examination of another witness, Suong Sikoeun.
More than 400 villagers watched the proceedings from the public gallery, with 320 villagers from Kampong Chhnang observing the morning proceedings and 100 villagers from Mok Kampoul district, Kandal province, watching during the afternoon.
All parties but Ieng Sary, who was in his holding cell, were present in the courtroom. Ieng Sary’s request to follow the day’s proceedings from his holding cell because of his health issues was granted. After calling the court to order, Trial Chamber President Nil Nonn gave the floor to International Co-Lawyer for Khieu Samphan Arthur Vercken to continue his examination of witness Rochoem Tan…
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