Khmer Rouge Tribunal (Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia)

The Khmer Rouge Tribunal, officially known as the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC), is a court established to bring justice for crimes committed during Cambodia’s Khmer Rouge regime (1975–1979). It aims to hold senior leaders accountable for atrocities like genocide, mass executions, and forced labor. The tribunal combines Cambodian and international judges and lawyers, ensuring a fair process. Its purpose is to provide justice for victims, promote reconciliation, and establish accountability, helping Cambodia come to terms with its painful past while upholding the rule of law.