This is the suspected gunman, who is the governor of Bavet town.Robert Carmichael
Bikyamasr.com
6 March 2012
ILO concerned over Cambodia's failure to arrest gunman.
Phnom Penh (dpa) – The United Nations’ labor agency said Tuesday international buyers were “extremely concerned” at Cambodia’s failure to arrest the suspect in last month’s shootings of three garment workers at a subcontractor for German sportswear firm PUMA SE.
Jill Tucker, technical advisor to the International Labor Organization, said the lack of progress could damage the country as a destination for international brands.
“We have heard from brands sourcing in Cambodia that they strongly feel they would like to see quicker progress,” Tucker said. “Our concern is a reflection of the buyers’ concern – and they seem to be extremely concerned.”
“We would like to see swift and fair and equitable and just resolution of the case,” she said.
Government spokesmen were not available for comment.
The Ministry of Interior said last week that the governor of Bavet City where the February 20 shootings took place was believed to be the gunman, and said he would be arrested.
A PUMA spokesman declined to comment on the case, but said late Monday the safety of its workers was “a primary concern.”
“PUMA is currently working with local organizations and industry representatives to agree on a common position within the industry in order to act jointly,” spokesman Ulf Santer said by email, adding that the parties would issue a statement later in the week.
The garment industry is a pillar of Cambodia’s economy, and according to the International Monetary Fund earned the country 3.75 billion dollars last year.
ILO concerned over Cambodia's failure to arrest gunman.
Phnom Penh (dpa) – The United Nations’ labor agency said Tuesday international buyers were “extremely concerned” at Cambodia’s failure to arrest the suspect in last month’s shootings of three garment workers at a subcontractor for German sportswear firm PUMA SE.
Jill Tucker, technical advisor to the International Labor Organization, said the lack of progress could damage the country as a destination for international brands.
“We have heard from brands sourcing in Cambodia that they strongly feel they would like to see quicker progress,” Tucker said. “Our concern is a reflection of the buyers’ concern – and they seem to be extremely concerned.”
“We would like to see swift and fair and equitable and just resolution of the case,” she said.
Government spokesmen were not available for comment.
The Ministry of Interior said last week that the governor of Bavet City where the February 20 shootings took place was believed to be the gunman, and said he would be arrested.
A PUMA spokesman declined to comment on the case, but said late Monday the safety of its workers was “a primary concern.”
“PUMA is currently working with local organizations and industry representatives to agree on a common position within the industry in order to act jointly,” spokesman Ulf Santer said by email, adding that the parties would issue a statement later in the week.
The garment industry is a pillar of Cambodia’s economy, and according to the International Monetary Fund earned the country 3.75 billion dollars last year.
1 comment:
If Chhouk Bandith were not arrested, it would be an unexpected gift given to the opposition by the CPP. It will prove once more the culture of the impunity in Cambodia under the CPP. Men Sam An, Hun Sen will be seen as defenders of criminals in their rank. For this reason, Khmer people will support a call from any opposition party for the government change. It would not be a smart move by a ruling party; rather it will be a big mistake that will mark the beginning of the end of the government that imposed on Khmer people by foreigners. What people see is that the CPP was hastily condemning Sam Rainsy for uprooting a stick planted on Khmer rice field while they do nothing when a CPP district governor shoot at the workers protesting for ten dollars rises a month for their hard work. Why are they deserved to stay longer in power? Rude against the poor and very tolerant to the riches and powerful! Disgrace Hun Sen, Men Sam An and the whole CPP!
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