Randle DeFalco, a legal expert from Widener University Law School, dives into the intricate history of Cambodia's debts to the US stemming from controversial loans in the 1970s. He explores the moral dilemmas surrounding these debts, especially given the US's role in supporting a dubious government during a tumultuous period. The conversation examines colonialism's lingering effects, Cambodia's struggles for sovereignty amid coups, and the implications of repaying loans tied to violations of international law. This complex narrative raises essential questions about justice and historical grievances.
