The United States has earmarked US$4 million in aid to the Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC) for the clearance of landmines and unexploded ordnance (UXO), while pledging to help Cambodian war refugees affected by UXO return to their homes. In a Friday (Feb 6) social media post, the US Embassy said:
“The United States is implementing its commitments under the Kuala Lumpur Peace Agreement to help Cambodians affected by unexploded ordnance (UXO) return to their homes and restart their lives.”
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Source: The Star News
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