Such attacks continue despite the passage of a tough new acid attack law late last year.
At just 18 years old, Koy Sreylak became one of this country’s most recent victims of acid violence.
“I just want the court to arrest the girl that threw acid on me, and put her in prison. That's what I want,” said Sreylak.
Advocates for acid attacks victims say they’re hopeful such cases will make it to trial under the new law, which carries tough penalties for convicted offenders.
But they also want strict regulations on the sale of all acids, including those contained in car and motorcycle batteries, or used for purifying gold and cleaning jewelry.
“Only half of the legislation was essentially approved. All of the regulatory aspects rely on a sub-decree, which has not been developed. So at the moment, if the law has two arms, punishment for perpetrators and regulation, only one of it is officially in effect at the moment,” said Samman.
While advocates wait for the legislation to be fully implemented, survivors like Bunnarith, are trying to get on with their lives.
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