Cambodge Soir 24-07-2008
The chairman of the Cambodian Confederation of Unions, Rong Chhun, appealed to taxi drivers and bus companies not to increase their fares as workers travel to vote in their native villages on July 27.
The Cambodian Confederation of Unions includes the Cambodian Independent Teachers’ Association and the Free Trade Union of Workers of the Kingdom of Cambodia (FTUWKC).
In a letter sent this Wednesday to taxi drivers and bus companies, Rong Chhun asked them to keep prices as normal so that migrant workers can vote in their villages. “These parliamentary elections are very interesting. When one elects a fair leader who looks after the general interest, who is not corrupted and can prevent price hikes, then one can work better. Conversely we would face difficulties if taxis and other means of transportation were to become a financial hindrance for the workers”, wrote the opposition friendly Rong Chhun.
Early this month CPP-friendly unions have asked Phnom Penh’s governor to take action with the city’s taxi drivers and buses companies in order to prevent any price increases during the elections. They agreed and will not increase their fares. This letter serves as a reminder for all road transportation stakeholders.
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