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Cambodia's Queen Monique appeals for end to female trafficking
Cambodia's Queen Norodom Monineath Sihanouk has appealed for an end to all forms of domestic violence and trafficking in women, while urging their participation in a prosperous society.
In a national speech to mark International Women's Day, the Queen said some women still face hardship in their lives, such as poverty, and a vulnerability to domestic violence, mental and physical abuses, and trafficking.
The revered queen -- who rarely makes public statements -- said violence and trafficking costs Cambodian women and girls their dignity and leads to a breakdown in family values.
Cambodia, one of the poorest countries in Asia, is beset by prostitution and trafficking which last year prompted prime minister Hun Sen to crack down on illegal discos, bars, karaoke nightspots.
09/03/2002 15:46:00 | ABC Radio Australia News
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