A Cambodian maid was arrested and deported by Malaysia for criticizing Cambodian leaders on social media.

A Cambodian Maid Arrested and Deported by Malaysia for Criticizing Leaders on Social Media

A Cambodian maid was arrested and deported by Malaysia for criticizing Cambodian leaders on social media. The arrest and deportation were reported by the Associated Press on October 3, 2024. Nuon Toeun, the maid, was detained by Malaysian authorities for her social media comments criticizing the Phnom Penh government, as stated by Ahmad Jamal, a Malaysian police official. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of freedom of expression in Cambodia and its repercussions abroad.