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The Cambodian capital's rapid growth is about exploiting political connections, not urban planning. With an increasing number of gated communities, the poor are more at risk than ever from flooding.
When archeologists arrived in the village of Srok Chek — which is within sight of the Cambodian capital, Phnom Penh — more than 20 years ago, they sought help in excavating parts of the strange circular area that encased the community's dry season rice fields. Ek Dara (not his real name) was eager to assist; not only did he want...