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- The Kingdom of Cambodia’s Election to the Organizational Committee of the Peacebuilding Commission for the term 2025-2026
- Outcomes of the 7th Ministerial Council Meeting of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA)
- Second Cambodia-Japan Senior Officials' Talks
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> The Kingdom of Cambodia’s Election to the Organizational Committee of the Peacebuilding Commission for the term 2025-2026
> Outcomes of the 7th Ministerial Council Meeting of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA)
> Second Cambodia-Japan Senior Officials' Talks
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His Excellency Lim Bunhok receives a courtesy call by Mr. Olivier Poivre d’Arvor
On 20 December 2024, on behalf of His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, His Excellency Lim Bunhok, Secretary of State, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, received a courtesy call by Mr. Olivier Poivre d’Arvor, Ambassador for the Poles and Maritime Issues, Special Envoy of the French President for the United Nations Conference on the Oceans (UNOC3), at the Ministry. His Excellency LIM Bunhok warmly welcomed Mr. Olivier POIVRE D’ARVOR’s visit to the Kingdom of Cambodia and congratulated the Government of the French Republic for co-hosting the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3). During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on multilateral cooperation as well as initiatives which aim at promoting the sustainable protection of oceans.
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His Excellency KUNG Phoak attends the Extended Informal Consultation
On 20 December 2024, on behalf of H.E. PRAK Sokhonn, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Kingdom of Cambodia, H.E. KUNG Phoak, Secretary of State and ASEAN SOM Leader of Cambodia, attended the Extended Informal Consultation in Bangkok. The Meeting discussed the implementation of the Five-Point Consensus (5PC) and the way forward on the situation in Myanmar.
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The closing ceremony of the UN Triangular Partnership Programme (UNTPP)
On the morning of 20 December 2024, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the High Representative of Samdech Moha Bovor Thipadei HUN Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, presided over the closing ceremony of the UN Triangular Partnership Programme (UNTPP) at the Training School for Multinational Peacekeeping Forces, Kompon Speu Province. During that ceremony, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister expressed appreciation to Japan, Korea (ROK) and Australia as well as the United Nations for co-organising this programme with the participation of both national and international trainees. His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister stressed that it was the honor for Cambodia to host this event, which demonstrated the recognition of Cambodian armed forces’ capability and experience in the field of peacekeeping operation over the past 20 years. He added that it would also contribute to further enhancing the trainees’ ability and efficiency for their future peacekeeping operation.
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His Excellency CHUM Sounry meets with Mr.David Verbiwski and Ms. Katherine North
Phnom Penh, 20 December 2024 – His Excellency CHUM Sounry, Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, met with Mr. David Verbiwski, Chargé d’Affairs of Office of the Embassy of Canada in Phnom Penh, and Ms. Katherine North, Senior Project Manager of Global Affairs Canada’s Anti-Crime Capacity Building Program, who was in Cambodia to discuss about Canada’s support to Cambodia in the framework of Canada’s anti-crime capacity building program in the Indo-Pacific region. Chargé d'Affaires David Verbiwski handed over to Secretary of State Sounry a diplomatic note informing the Kingdom of Cambodia that Canada will upgrade its current Office in Phnom Penh to a full Embassy with a resident Ambassador, in line with Prime Minister Trudeau's recent announcement at the 2024 ASEAN Leader's Summit in Vientiane. The Secretary of State and Chargé d'Affaires expressed satisfaction with the development in the bilateral ties and discussed some activities to be carried out in the future for the sake of bilateral cooperation, especially the upcoming visit of Canada’s trade delegation to Cambodia to explore ways and means for trade promotion. Ms. Katherine North briefed the Secretary of State on Canada’s support for Cambodia through capacity-building initiatives in combating money laundering, human trafficking, and drug trafficking, and pledged continued support under Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, including training for Cambodian officials in cybercrime and anti-money laundering. Cambodia reaffirmed its commitment to combat human trafficking, acknowledging the issue while stressing that it is not as severe as reported in some media outlets. The Cambodian government has strong political commitment to tackle cybercrime, especially online scams, and has engaged in regional and international efforts to combat this modern form of transnational crime. On anti-money laundering, His Excellency Sounry underscored Cambodia’s significant progress since 2020 after enacting stringent laws and regulations, resulting in its removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) 'Grey List' in early 2023. Recent efforts to block illicit cryptocurrency exchanges and online gambling websites further highlight Cambodia's determination to prevent illegal activities in these areas, he stressed.
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His Excellency KAN Pharidh meets with the Deputy Special Representative for the DPRK of the U.S. Department of State, and the Representatives of the Embassy of Japan and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Phnom Penh
On 19 December 2024, H.E. Mr. KAN Pharidh, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, met with Mr. Benjamin (Seth) Bailey, Deputy Special Representative for the DPRK of the U.S. Department of State, and the Representatives of the Embassy of Japan and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Phnom Penh. During the meeting, both sides discussed and exchanged views on the cooperation under the United Nations framework.
Read more...His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn receives a farewell call by the Ambassador of the Republic of India to Cambodia
On the morning of 19 December 2024 at the Ministry, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, received a farewell call by Her Excellency Dr. Devyani Uttam Khobragade, Ambassador of the Republic of India to Cambodia, on the occasion of the latter’s completion of her mission in Cambodia.
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His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn receives a courtesy call by the Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to Cambodia
On the morning of 19 December 2024, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, received a courtesy call by Her Excellency Flerida Ann Camille P. Mayo, Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to Cambodia, at the Ministry. His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister and Her Excellency Ambassador reaffirmed the enduring and robust relationship between Cambodia and the Philippines and underscored the commitment to strengthening cooperation across various sectors.
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His Excellency KUNG Phoak receives a courtesy call by His Excellency Shaharuddin ONN
On 18 December 2024, His Excellency KUNG Phoak, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and ASEAN SOM Leader of Cambodia, received a courtesy call by His Excellency Shaharuddin ONN, Ambassador of Malaysia to Cambodia, at the Ministry.
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His Excellency KAN Pharidh meets with the Deputy Special Representative for the DPRK of the U.S. Department of State, and the Representatives of the Embassy of Japan and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Phnom Penh
His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn receives a farewell call by the Ambassador of the Republic of India to Cambodia
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Her Excellency RATH Many has a meeting with His Excellency Ashish Kumar Sinha
On the afternoon of 16th December 2024, Her Excellency RATH Many, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the Republic of India, had a meeting with His Excellency Ashish Kumar Sinha (Joint Secretary South), in charge of Cambodia and other countries in Southeast Asia, at the Ministry of External Affairs of India. During the meeting both sides have discussed on the cooperation to further promote the existing good relations between Cambodia and India to the new heights.
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The Cambodia-Türkiye Business Forum
On December 12, 2024, the Royal Embassy of Cambodia to the Republic of Türkiye coordinated the Cambodia-Türkiye Business Forum, which was held at the Ankara Chamber of Industry (ASO) in Ankara, Republic of Türkiye, with approximately 50 participants, including representatives from 18 Turkish and 6 Cambodian companies. The business forum was organized to provide the opportunity for Cambodian and Turkish businessmen to discuss the potentials of trade and investment between the two countries, and to explore opportunities for partnerships in investment and business. At the forum, the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce and the Ankara Chamber of Industry also signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation between the two institutions in promoting trade and investment. Taking that opportunity, the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce delegation also visited the 1st Organized Industrial Zone in Ankara and studied the operations of four factories, including a furniture factory, an excavator installation factory, a frozen food factory, and a model center for human resource training, in conjunction of 65th Anniversary of Cambodia-Türkiye Diplomatic Relations this year.
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His Excellency KEO Chhea presents the Letter of Credence to the His Excellency António Guterres
On December 5, 2024, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, His Excellency KEO Chhea presented his credentials to His Excellency António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary and Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the United Nations. During the meeting, Ambassador KEO Chhea highlighted the Royal Government of Cambodia's priorities in fostering national development and reaffirmed Cambodia's steadfast commitment to strengthening cooperation with the United Nations. He highlights Cambodia’s leadership in global mine action, emphasizing the success of the Fifth Review Conference on the Ottawa Convention, organized under the theme of the Siem Reap-Angkor Summit on a Mine-Free World.
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The Khmer "Krama" officially inscribed on UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
Her Excellency UN Bophanna, Ambassador and Permanent Delegate of Cambodia to UNESCO-Paris, attended the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee of the 2003 for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage with Cambodian delegation, led by Her Excellency the Minister of Culture and Fine Arts in Asuncion, Paraguay, from 2-7th December 2024. Pursuant to the decision of the Committee No. 19 COM 7b. 27 decided to officially inscribe the Khmer "Krama" on UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity on Wednesday, 4th December 2024.
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Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the United Kingdom conducts a working visit to Edinburgh, Scotland
From 27 to 28 November 2024, Her Excellency Tuot Panha, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, along with fellow Ambassadors from the ASEAN London Committee (ALC), conducted a working visit to Edinburgh, Scotland. During the visit, the ALC delegation paid a courtesy call on the Honourable John Swinney, First Minister of Scotland, and His Excellency Graeme Dey, Minister for Higher and Further Education and Minister for Veterans. Both sides engaged in productive discussions on enhancing cooperation in key areas such as higher education, renewable energy, and trade and investment. The meeting concluded with a reaffirmed commitment to strengthening ties between ASEAN and Scotland, fostering new opportunities for the people and economies of both regions. In addition, the delegation met with representatives from Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh and visited the University of Dundee in Dundee, focusing on fostering academic exchanges, research collaborations, university partnerships, and scholarship programmes. The ALC delegation also toured the Energy Transition Zone Wind Campus in Aberdeen to explore Scotland’s expertise and innovation in renewable energy.
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His Excellency CHEUNBORAN Chanborey attends the Annual Summit of the Asia-Pacific Security Innovation (APSI) Forum
On 18 November 2024, H.E. Dr. CHEUNBORAN Chanborey, Cambodian Ambassador to Australia and New Zealand, attended the Annual Summit of the Asia-Pacific Security Innovation (APSI) Forum in Wellington, New Zealand. Under the theme, "Tomorrow’s Geopolitics: Crafting conflict resolution narratives", the Summit discussed ways in which the peace, stability and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific can be maintained and promoted. Joining his colleagues, the Malaysian High Commissioner and the Philippine Ambassador to New Zealand, Ambassador Chanborey shared an ASEAN perspective by emphasizing the importance of the ASEAN Way and ASEAN Centrality in building an open, inclusive, transparent, and rules-based Indo-Pacific. He also highlighted Cambodia’s approach to regional peace and cooperation. During his stay in Wellington, Ambassador Chanborey had separate meetings with his counterparts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, namely (1) Ms Joanna Kempkers, Divisional Manager for South and Southeast Asia; and (2) Ms Jacquie Dean, Divisional Manager for Global Development and Scholarships. They shared a commitment to further promoting Cambodia-New Zealand bilateral ties as the two countries are celebrating the 65th Anniversary of their diplomatic relationship.
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Ambassador of Cambodia to Egypt participates in the 275th Meeting of the ASEAN Committee in Cairo
On 18 November 2024, His Excellency UK Sarun, Ambassador of Cambodia to Egypt, accompanied by Mrs. TAN Uttary, First Secretary, participated in the 275th Meeting of the ASEAN Committee in Cairo.
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Cambodian Ambassador to Türkiye pays a courtesy call on Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye
On 15 November 2024, H.E. Mr. SOK Chea, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the Republic of Türkiye, paid a courtesy call on H.E. Mr. Burhanettin DURAN, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye, to discuss the bilateral and multilateral cooperation at the Turkish Foreign Ministry.
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Her Excellency RATH Many has a meeting with His Excellency Ashish Kumar Sinha
On the afternoon of 16th December 2024, Her Excellency RATH Many, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the Republic of India, had a meeting with His Excellency Ashish Kumar Sinha (Joint Secretary South), in charge of Cambodia and other countries in Southeast Asia, at the Ministry of External Affairs of India. During the meeting both sides have discussed on the cooperation to further promote the existing good relations between Cambodia and India to the new heights.
The Cambodia-Türkiye Business Forum
On December 12, 2024, the Royal Embassy of Cambodia to the Republic of Türkiye coordinated the Cambodia-Türkiye Business Forum, which was held at the Ankara Chamber of Industry (ASO) in Ankara, Republic of Türkiye, with approximately 50 participants, including representatives from 18 Turkish and 6 Cambodian companies. The business forum was organized to provide the opportunity for Cambodian and Turkish businessmen to discuss the potentials of trade and investment between the two countries, and to explore opportunities for partnerships in investment and business. At the forum, the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce and the Ankara Chamber of Industry also signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation between the two institutions in promoting trade and investment. Taking that opportunity, the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce delegation also visited the 1st Organized Industrial Zone in Ankara and studied the operations of four factories, including a furniture factory, an excavator installation factory, a frozen food factory, and a model center for human resource training, in conjunction of 65th Anniversary of Cambodia-Türkiye Diplomatic Relations this year.
His Excellency KEO Chhea presents the Letter of Credence to the His Excellency António Guterres
On December 5, 2024, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, His Excellency KEO Chhea presented his credentials to His Excellency António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary and Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the United Nations. During the meeting, Ambassador KEO Chhea highlighted the Royal Government of Cambodia's priorities in fostering national development and reaffirmed Cambodia's steadfast commitment to strengthening cooperation with the United Nations. He highlights Cambodia’s leadership in global mine action, emphasizing the success of the Fifth Review Conference on the Ottawa Convention, organized under the theme of the Siem Reap-Angkor Summit on a Mine-Free World.
The Khmer "Krama" officially inscribed on UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
Her Excellency UN Bophanna, Ambassador and Permanent Delegate of Cambodia to UNESCO-Paris, attended the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee of the 2003 for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage with Cambodian delegation, led by Her Excellency the Minister of Culture and Fine Arts in Asuncion, Paraguay, from 2-7th December 2024. Pursuant to the decision of the Committee No. 19 COM 7b. 27 decided to officially inscribe the Khmer "Krama" on UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity on Wednesday, 4th December 2024.
Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the United Kingdom conducts a working visit to Edinburgh, Scotland
From 27 to 28 November 2024, Her Excellency Tuot Panha, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, along with fellow Ambassadors from the ASEAN London Committee (ALC), conducted a working visit to Edinburgh, Scotland. During the visit, the ALC delegation paid a courtesy call on the Honourable John Swinney, First Minister of Scotland, and His Excellency Graeme Dey, Minister for Higher and Further Education and Minister for Veterans. Both sides engaged in productive discussions on enhancing cooperation in key areas such as higher education, renewable energy, and trade and investment. The meeting concluded with a reaffirmed commitment to strengthening ties between ASEAN and Scotland, fostering new opportunities for the people and economies of both regions. In addition, the delegation met with representatives from Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh and visited the University of Dundee in Dundee, focusing on fostering academic exchanges, research collaborations, university partnerships, and scholarship programmes. The ALC delegation also toured the Energy Transition Zone Wind Campus in Aberdeen to explore Scotland’s expertise and innovation in renewable energy.
His Excellency CHEUNBORAN Chanborey attends the Annual Summit of the Asia-Pacific Security Innovation (APSI) Forum
On 18 November 2024, H.E. Dr. CHEUNBORAN Chanborey, Cambodian Ambassador to Australia and New Zealand, attended the Annual Summit of the Asia-Pacific Security Innovation (APSI) Forum in Wellington, New Zealand. Under the theme, "Tomorrow’s Geopolitics: Crafting conflict resolution narratives", the Summit discussed ways in which the peace, stability and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific can be maintained and promoted. Joining his colleagues, the Malaysian High Commissioner and the Philippine Ambassador to New Zealand, Ambassador Chanborey shared an ASEAN perspective by emphasizing the importance of the ASEAN Way and ASEAN Centrality in building an open, inclusive, transparent, and rules-based Indo-Pacific. He also highlighted Cambodia’s approach to regional peace and cooperation. During his stay in Wellington, Ambassador Chanborey had separate meetings with his counterparts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, namely (1) Ms Joanna Kempkers, Divisional Manager for South and Southeast Asia; and (2) Ms Jacquie Dean, Divisional Manager for Global Development and Scholarships. They shared a commitment to further promoting Cambodia-New Zealand bilateral ties as the two countries are celebrating the 65th Anniversary of their diplomatic relationship.
Ambassador of Cambodia to Egypt participates in the 275th Meeting of the ASEAN Committee in Cairo
On 18 November 2024, His Excellency UK Sarun, Ambassador of Cambodia to Egypt, accompanied by Mrs. TAN Uttary, First Secretary, participated in the 275th Meeting of the ASEAN Committee in Cairo.
Cambodian Ambassador to Türkiye pays a courtesy call on Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye
On 15 November 2024, H.E. Mr. SOK Chea, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the Republic of Türkiye, paid a courtesy call on H.E. Mr. Burhanettin DURAN, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye, to discuss the bilateral and multilateral cooperation at the Turkish Foreign Ministry.
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Kbach Kun Khmer Boran
Kbach Kun Khmer Boran (Khmer martial arts) date back more than a thousand years, as evidenced by carvings and bas-reliefs in the Angkor temples. The martial arts include Bokator, Pradal Serey, Baok Chambab, Kbach Kun Dambong Vèng, amongst others. Bokator Bokator, known formally as Labokatao, is a Cambodian martial art form that involves close hand-to-hand combat, ground techniques and weapons. Bokator is one of the earliest Cambodian martial art and is said to be the close quarter combat system used by the armies during the Angkor era. Practitioners are trained to strike with knees, elbows, hands, feet and even the head. Short sticks are commonly used as weapon. Baok Chambab Baok Chambab is Khmer wrestling; a sport in which two opponents try to pin (hold) each other’s back to the ground. A match consists of three rounds. Wrestlers perform pre-match ritual dancing. A wrestler wins a match by two out of three rounds. However, after each round, the loser is asked if he still wishes to continue with the match. A Baok Chambab match is traditional accompanied by drum beats; two drums known as Skor Nhy and Chhmol, (female drum and male drum). Traditional matches are held at the Cambodian National Olympic Stadium during the Khmer New Year and other Cambodian holidays. Kbach Kun Dambong Vèng Kbach Kun Dambong Vèng literally refers to an ancient Cambodian martial art form involving the use of a long staff. It has traditionally been practiced to prepare against enemies bearing eventual malice towards their villages and their country. Now, it is particularly popular with youths in main sports clubs in Cambodia. Pradal Serey Pradal Serey is traditional Khmer kick boxing. A match consists of five rounds and takes place in a boxing ring. There is a one or two-minute break in between each round. Before a match, boxers perform the praying rituals known as the Kun Krou. Traditional Cambodian music is played during a match. The instruments used are the Skor Yaul (a drum), the Sralai (a flute-like instrument) and the stringed Chhing. Boxers are required to wear leather gloves and shorts. Victory is instantaneously granted when a boxer delivers a knockout which is determined when the knocked down boxer is unable to continue the fight after a 10-second count by the referee. Victory is also determined at the end of the match when judges decide by a point system which fighter was more effective. If the fighters end up with the same score, a draw is called.
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