Cambodian PM condemns mass shooting in Las Vegas

PHNOM PENH (Xinhua) - Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen on Wednesday condemned Sunday's deadliest shooting in Las Vegas, the United States, that killed at least 59 people and wounded 527 others. 

"This is the biggest tragedy in the U.S. history and can also be considered as the world's deadliest shooting tragedy," he said during a visit to more than 10,000 garment factory workers on the western outskirts of Phnom Penh. 

"We strongly condemn such a barbaric act," he said. 

The Cambodian prime minister also extended his deepest sympathy and profound condolences to the government and people of the U.S. for the loss of innocent lives in the brutal shooting. 

He also called on the Cambodians living in the U.S. to be extra vigilant over their own security and safety. 

At least 59 people were killed and 527 others wounded after a gunman opened fire on Sunday night on a concert in Las Vegas.