Phnom Penh (FN), July 21 - Sam Rainsy Party (SRP) will decide on the use of a new name next Tuesday before the law on the amendment of political party become effective, according to Tea Vann Nol, SRP leader.

Under the new law, all political parties are not allowed to conspire with a convict to serve their own interests, and all political parties must not use the name or logo of the individual.

The amendment to the law on political parties was organized by the Cambodia People's Party (CPP) lawmakers and was passed by majority vote in the National Assembly on July 10, 2017.

The amended law has been submitted to the Senate for review before the King signs.

The law of the political party has a total of 5 articles. The new article, Article 6, stipulates that political parties shall not use audio, images, documents, or collaborate with convicted criminals for political reasons.

“Sam Rainsy Party leaders had prepared four names vote during SRP Standing Committee's meeting next Tuesday,” said SRP leader.
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