Cambodian People's Party (CPP)

The Cambodian People's Party (CPP) is Cambodia's dominant political party, founded in 1951. It has been the ruling party since the 1980s, led by Prime Minister Hun Sen. The CPP advocates for stability, economic development, and national unity, often emphasizing strong government control to maintain order. While it has contributed to infrastructure growth, critics raise concerns about issues like political competition, human rights, and democratic processes. Overall, the CPP plays a central role in Cambodia's governance, balancing efforts to modernize the country with maintaining its political authority.