Tens of thousands have returned from Thailand since border tensions began, but jobs are becoming harder to find as factories cut hours amid order uncertainty
Tens of thousands of Cambodian migrant workers who have fled Thailand since border tensions began were already facing an uncertain future. Now, as they re-enter a precarious job market braced for US tariffs, they are struggling to find work.
A 36% export tax imposed on Cambodia by US President Donald Trump is due to come into effect on 1 August. Trade talks between the US and Cambodia resumed after a ceasefire was agreed with Thailand after five days of border fighting, but on the eve of the deadline for setting rates no new deal had been agreed.
