Cambodian opposition figure Sam Rainsy taken aside by Malaysian immigration officials

Self-exiled Cambodian opposition party founder Sam Rainsy speaks during an interview with Reuters prior to his departure to Bangkok on Thursday from his Paris base, France, November 6, 2019. REUTERS/Charles Platiau - Copyright CHARLES PLATIAU(Reuters)

By Reuters

Published on 09/11/2019 - 10:02•Updated 11/05/2024 - 03:02

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KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - Self-exiled Cambodian opposition figure Sam Rainsy was taken aside by Malaysian immigration officials after he landed at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Saturday, according to a Reuters witness.

Sam Rainsy has vowed to return home to lead demonstrations against opponents of authoritarian ruler Hun Sen.