Kem Sokha is a Cambodian politician and the former leader of the Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP). He was born on June 27, 1953, and has been a prominent figure in Cambodian politics, advocating for democracy and human rights. Sokha has faced significant political challenges, including arrest and imprisonment, which have drawn international attention. In 2017, Kem Sokha was arrested on charges of treason, leading to widespread condemnation from human rights organizations and foreign governments. His detention was part of a broader crackdown on political dissent in Cambodia, particularly against the opposition party, which was dissolved by the government in 2017.