Cambodia to punish Khmer Rouge genocide denial with jail under draft law

People who deny the truth of the bitter past' could be jailed for up to five years under the law, which still needs parliament approval

Cambodia's government has approved a draft law that will jail for up to five years anyone denying atrocities, including genocide, committed by the Khmer Rouge.

The draft law - which aims to prevent a repeat of the Khmer Rouge's crimes and provide justice for victims - was approved during a cabinet meeting chaired by the prime minister, Hun Manet, on Friday, the government spokesperson Pen Bona said.