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After last year's fighting with Thailand, Cambodia readies new conscription law for men aged 18-25

The draft would require two years of service and replace an unused 2006 law, with women allowed to volunteer, officials said.

Cambodia's Cabinet has approved a law requiring males aged 18 to 25 to serve two years in the military. This follows deadly clashes with Thailand last year. The draft law will replace a 2006 law that was never implemented. Women…

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In view of the conflict with Thailand, the Government Cabinet in Cambodia has approved a compulsory military service, which provides for a two-year service.

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After last year's fighting with Thailand, Cambodia readies new conscription law for men aged 18-25

Cambodia's Cabinet has approved a law requiring males aged 18 to 25 to serve two years in the military

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Cambodia introduced compulsory military service for men between 18 and 25 years of age for two years, and two armed clashes with Thailand in 2025, noted AP. Women could serve on a voluntary basis.

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