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Outspoken activist monk But Buntenh and one-time opposition darling Thy Sovantha are among several individuals to be recognised with “honour medals” from the government for their environmental protection work, according to official documents.

 

According to sub-decrees dated August 12, which surfaced last week, the pair – along with three singers and another monk who work in the sector – will receive the awards.

 

Acknowledging that there may be a political motive behind the award, Buntenh, founder of the Independent Monk Network for Social Justice, said he would accept it, but proposed “conditions”.

 

read more http://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/govt-awards-medals-environmental-activism

 

 
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