Recommendation General 1 (Legal Framework) Cambodia 2002
http://aceproject.org/ero-en/regions/asia/KH/cambodia-final-report-commune-council-elections-eu/at_download/file
Much of the required legal and procedural framework for credible competitive elections in Cambodia is in place. However, in order for the actual electoral process to meet international standards, the laws and procedures must be properly implemented. There must be political will on behalf of the political parties and all stakeholders to honour both the letter and the spirit of the law, otherwise even the best legislation and procedures will be ineffective. This constructive engagement in the process includes not only ending illegal practices but also, for example, meeting legal requirements for complaints and appeals, as many parties failed to submit complaints in the appropriate format thus preventing their proper consideration.
