Net Worth Over Time
Net Worth Timeline
1960$0.0001MF
Joins Khmer Rouge Movement
Nuon Chea becomes involved with the Khmer Rouge.
1975$0.01M+9900%F
Chief Ideologist of Regime
Nuon Chea plays a central role in shaping the regime's policies.
1979$0.001M-90%F
Khmer Rouge Ousted
The Khmer Rouge falls, and Nuon Chea goes into hiding.
2007$0.1M+9900%F
Arrested for War Crimes
Nuon Chea is arrested and faces trial for his role in the regime.
2014$0.5M+400%F
Convicted of Crimes Against Humanity
Nuon Chea is found guilty of crimes against humanity.
2018$0.75M+50%F
Convicted of Genocide
Nuon Chea is convicted of genocide.
2026$1M+33%F
Remembered for Khmer Rouge Atrocities
Nuon Chea's legacy is one of brutality and devastation.
Last updated: February 25, 2026