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Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet departed Phnom Penh on November 5 to participate in a series of high-profile regional summits held in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China. These summits bring together leaders from across the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) to discuss strategies for fostering economic growth, connectivity, and regional cooperation. Over the two-day event, leaders will…
H.E. KUNG Phoak, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, recently led Cambodia’s delegation to the 17th Meeting of the High-Level Task Force on ASEAN Community’s Post-2025 Vision (HLTF-ACV) held from October 29 to November 1, 2024, in Hoi An, Vietnam. In his capacity as ASEAN SOM Leader and Cambodia’s…
Credit: Khmer Times ASEAN unity stands as a pillar of stability in today’s rapidly shifting global landscape. At the 39th ASEAN Roundtable, held on October 28, 2024, in Singapore, H.E. Sok Siphana, Senior Minister in charge of Special Missions for Cambodia, emphasized the importance of ASEAN’s united stance amidst emerging global multipolarity. Hosted by the…
In commemoration of the 35th Anniversary of ASEAN-ROK Dialogue Relations, Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, participated in a significant Electric Vehicle (EV) delivery ceremony at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Indonesia, located in Bekasi Regency, West Java. This event marked the official handover of a Hyundai EV from the Mission of the Republic of Korea…
On November 1, 2024, Cambodia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, His Excellency Sok Chenda Sophea, welcomed the Australian Ambassador to Cambodia, His Excellency Derek Yip, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This diplomatic meeting underscored the continued importance of the relationship between Cambodia and Australia, as the two officials…
On October 28, 2024, H.E. KE Sovann, Cambodia’s Under-Secretary of State, met with Mr. Andreas Berg, Deputy Head of Mission of the Delegation of the European Union in Cambodia. This diplomatic encounter highlighted the commitment of both Cambodia and the European Union to strengthen their cooperative efforts within the United Nations framework, particularly in the…
On October 29, 2024, His Excellency CHUM Sounry, Secretary of State of Cambodia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, hosted an important diplomatic meeting with Ms. Lara D. Crouch, Senior Professional Staff Member for the Indo-Pacific Region on the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee. The meeting, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, served…
On October 31, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet hosted a diplomatic meeting with Kim Han-Gil, the First Chairman of South Korea’s National Integration Committee, at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh. This visit marks a new step in the relationship between Cambodia and South Korea, as the two nations explore avenues for enhanced collaboration and…
In a significant moment for national unity and the spirit of athletic competition, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet extended his deep thanks and appreciation for the seamless organization of the 4th National Games and the 2nd Para Games. These events, celebrated as crucial platforms for showcasing the enduring ethos of sportsmanship and camaraderie in a…
In a grand assembly on Wednesday, October 30th, the Royal Palace became the focal point for a significant milestone event – the 20th anniversary of King Norodom Sihamoni’s accession to the throne. This regal event drew nearly 12,000 attendees, showcasing the broad support and reverence for the monarchy in Cambodia. Among the attendees were distinguished…
On the 28th of October, 2024, a significant dialogue unfolded at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in Cambodia, marking a key moment in the ongoing development of international relations between the Kingdom of Cambodia and the Kingdom of Norway. This meeting saw His Excellency KHUON Phon Rattanak, the Secretary of State of…
In a significant move towards fortifying the ASEAN community’s capacity for development, the vibrant city of Sihanoukville, Cambodia, served as the host for the concluding ceremony of the ASEAN Project Development Training on 25 October 2024. This noteworthy gathering marked a pivotal moment for ASEAN nations, underscoring a collective commitment to regional growth and collaborative…
On October 24th and 25th, 2024, key figures from across Asia gathered in Shanghai, China, for the 12th Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) Think Tank Forum. This prestigious event, hosted by the Shanghai Institute for International Studies (SIIS), provided a vital platform for dialogue and collaboration under the apt theme, “Asia’s…
