Struggles for Power in 1990s Cambodia

This chapter explores the intense political landscape of Cambodia in the 1990s, focusing on Prime Minister Hun Sen's fight for power against the backdrop of the declining Khmer Rouge. It examines major events such as Cambodia's first election in decades, the evolving roles of key figures like Hun Sen and Prince Sihanouk, and the chaotic aftermath marked by violence and corruption. The narrative culminates with the downfall of Pol Pot, detailing his life post-power, his arrest, and the bleak legacy he left after his death.