The Senate of Cambodia passed a draft law on declaring a state of emergency amid the spread of Covid-19, according to a press statement.
Fifty-four senators, who were present during yesterday’s session, unanimously approved the draft Bill, the statement said.
The Senate’s approval came a week after the draft law was unanimously adopted by the National Assembly. The draft Bill will be submitted to the king for final approval. Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen said the draft law was made based on Article 22 of the Constitution, and that a state of emergency would be declared when the nation faced dangers such as war, foreign invasion and public health concerns.
“It aims to protect national security and public order, people’s lives and health, properties and environment, ” Hun Sen said. The draft Bill stated a number of measures, including the prohibition or restriction of freedom of movement and gathering. — Xinhua
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