Recent Developments at the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia: March 2015

The Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) has been remarkably active in the first quarter of 2015, but its progress is being undermined by mounting evidence of political interference in two cases currently under investigation.

This report reviews significant recent developments in Case 002/02, including witness testimony, shortcomings in outreach, additions to the case file, and the need to plan for reparations.

It then examines Cases 003 and 004, including ongoing political interference, the failure of the judicial police to execute arrest warrants, and the refusal of the UN and international officials to oppose this interference. It concludes with recommendations for action by the court, the United Nations, the government of Cambodia, and the court’s donors.