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Meeting with Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany and Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
On 01 December 2023, His Excellency Dr. CHEM Widhya, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, met with His Excellency Stefan MESSERER, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Cambodia, and His Excellency Remco van WIJNGAARDEN, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Cambodia, at the Ministry. During this meeting, the dignitaries discussed the developments of regional and global issues. They were committed to strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation at multilateral level in order to contribute to peace and prosperity in their respective regions and in the world.
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The 11th Mekong-ROK Business Forum
On 24th November 2023, His Excellency MEAS Kim Heng, Secretary of State, Cambodia’s SOM Leader for Mekong co-chaired the 11th Mekong-ROK Business Forum with H.E. Mr. Chung Byung-won, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea in Seoul. The 11th Mekong-ROK Business Forum provided a new opportunity for strengthening partnership, and further deepening economic cooperation, trade and investment between the Mekong countries and the Republic of Korea. Worth noting that, this event was also participated by representatives of Cambodia Chamber of Commerce (CCC), Korea International Trade Association (KITA) and investors from the the Republic of Korea and from Mekong countries.
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Courtesy Call by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Indonesia
On 23 November 2023, Her Excellency Dr. SOEUNG Rathchavy, Secretary of State of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, received a courtesy call by His Excellency Santo Darmosumarto, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Indonesia to the Kingdom of Cambodia, at the Ministry. During the meeting, Her Excellency Secretary of State warmly congratulated His Excellency Santo Darmosumarto for being newly appointed as Ambassador of Indonesia to Cambodia and wished him a successful diplomatic mission in Cambodia. His Excellency Ambassador expressed his high appreciation and sought support and close collaboration of the Ministry during his tenure. The two sides expressed satisfaction with the progress in bilateral relations, which have grown from strength to strength in many fields, and agreed to further enhance and expand cooperation in prioritized areas including political-security, economics, trade, investment, people-to-people linkages, and the fight against human trafficking and transnational crimes. The Cambodian side expressed its commitment to work closely with the Indonesian side to continue strengthening the bilateral relations and deepening the close cooperation for the mutual benefit of the two countries.
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The First Bilateral Consultations
On 23 November 2023, His Excellency Dr. CHEM Widhya, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Kingdom of Cambodia, and His Excellency Wouter Jurgens, Director-General of Asia and Oceania of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, co-chaired the First Bilateral Consultations between the Foreign Ministries of the two countries, in the Hague, Kingdom of the Netherlands. Both sides were committed to strengthen the existing relations and expand further cooperation in bilateral and multilateral levels in various fields of common interest of the two countries. Both sides also thoroughly discussed and exchanged views on the developments in regional and global issues.
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Courtesy Call by President of the Community of Living Chapei
On 23 November 2023, as assigned by His Excellency SOK Chenda Sophea, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, His Excellency BONG Sovath, Under-Secretary of State, received a courtesy call by President of the Community of Living Chapei and provided financial support for organizing “My Village Chapei Music” program, which will be held from 29 to 30 November 2023 at the Secondary School of Fine Arts, in order to celebrate the 7th anniversary of the inscription of Cambodian musical instrument “Chapei Dang Veng”.
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Receiving Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Cuba
On 22 November 2023, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister SOK Chenda Sophea, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, cordially received Her Excellency Liurka Rodríguez Barrios, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Cuba to the Kingdom of Cambodia for a courtesy at the Ministry. His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister and Her Excellency Ambassador exchanged views on cooperation in both bilateral and multilateral frameworks and shared commitment to working more closely for the development and prosperity of the two nations. Outcomes of the Meeting: https://bit.ly/3uxnpRy
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Working Lunch Hosted by the Cambodia-France Friendship Group
During the official visit to the French Republic by His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boromneath NORODOM Sihamoni, King of Cambodia, His Excellency Sok Chenda Sophea, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, took part in a working lunch hosted by the Cambodia-France Friendship Group at the French National Assembly on 13 November 2023. Discussions focused on the crucial role of parliamentary diplomacy in promoting relations and cooperation between Cambodia and France. They also explored prospects for regular exchanges of parliamentary delegations between the two countries.
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Luncheon at the Residence of Ambassador of the Slovak Republic to the Federal Republic of Germany
On 8 November 2023, His Excellency Chheang Thyra, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the Federal Republic of Germany, attended a luncheon at the residence of His Excellency Marian Jakubocy, Ambassador of the Slovak Republic to the Federal Republic of Germany, also joined by ambassadors accredited to Slovakia with their residences in Berlin. Taking the opportunity, His Excellency Chheang Thyra extended his sincere congratulations to His Excellency the Ambassador of Slovakia on the successful Slovak parliamentary elections and the swift formation of the new tripartite coalition government. He also presented congratulatory letters from Samdech Thipadei HUN Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, and His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister SOK Chenda Sophea, addressed to His Excellency Robert Fico, Prime Minister, and His Excellency Juraj Blanár, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Slovakia, respectively. His Excellency Chheang Thyra also participated in another event organized on that same date by the Foreign Council on Economic Relations at the German Parliament (Bundestag) to welcome new ambassadors. During the event, His Excellency Ambassador encouraged German investors, individuals, and companies to explore opportunities for even closer collaboration in Cambodia, particularly in key sectors such as technology transfer, sustainable development, and skills exchange. His Excellency also assured the German investors, “I am here to offer my support to all German investors seeking to invest in Cambodia.”
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Presenting the Letter of Credence to Governor-General and Commander-in-chief of New Zealand
On 8 November 2023, His Excellency Dr. CHEUNBORAN Chanborey, Ambassador-designate of the Kingdom of Cambodia to New Zealand, presented the Letter of Credence to Her Excellency The Right Honorable Dame CINDY KIRO, GNZM, QSO, Governor-General and Commander-in-chief of New Zealand, at the Government House in Wellington. Ambassador Chanborey also paid courtesy calls on Mr. Rod Harris, Chief of Protocol, Her Excellency Mary Thurston, Divisional Manager for South and Southeast Asia, and Her Excellency Georgina Roberts, Divisional Manager for the Asia Group, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
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The Opening of the Khmer Art Exhibition in Moscow
On 2 November 2023 at 17:00 (Moscow time) at the Eastern State Museum, Moscow, His Excellency Ambassador of Cambodia PichKhun Panha, accompanied by his Spouse and all officials of the Embassy of Cambodia to the Federation of Russia, participated in the opening ceremony of the exhibition under the theme "In the Shadow of the Angkor Temples. Art of Cambodia", co-organized by the Russian Ministry of Culture and the State Museum of Oriental Art of the Russian Federation. The purpose of this exhibition is to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the 9th November Independence Day of the Kingdom of Cambodia. "In the Shadow of the Angkor Temples. Art of Cambodia" is the first large-scale exhibition dedicated to Khmer art in the last 20 years in the Russian Federation. Through this exhibition, the State Museum of Oriental Art showcases the diversity of traditional Khmer arts and crafts that have been left behind for generations, with more than 150 artifacts related to the magnificent Angkor temples and rich cultural treasures. Cambodia's prosperity to the point of luxurious silk weaving, which showcases the skills and creativity of the vibrant and priceless heritage of the Cambodian people. All of this is a testament to the great skills of Cambodian artisans who have worked tirelessly to preserve the rich cultural heritage and invaluable value. The exhibition not only showcases Cambodia's cultural arts but also a platform that promotes cultural exchange and raises awareness between the people of the two countries, Cambodia and Russia.
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Strengthening EU-ASEAN Cooperation
Siem Reap, Cambodia, on 2 November 2023, Ambassador of Cambodia to the European Union His Excellency Nong Sakal attended and delivered his intervention in the Conference # Partners for a Transformed Future: Strengthening EU-ASEAN Cooperation on the Green and Digital.
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Rice Harvesting Ceremony
On 29 October 2023, the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Tokyo in collaboration with the East Asia and Southeast Asia (ESEA) Working Group and the Cambodian communities in Japan organized a rice harvesting ceremony followed by Og Ambok, a traditional flattened rice dish, in Fujisawa district, in Kanagawa Prefecture. The Embassy annually organizes a traditional event with our Cambodian communities in Japan with an aim to safeguard and promote Cambodian traditions and culture as well as a showcase to the Cambodian young generation. Some Japanese people also participated in this event and tasted Khmer foods with the Cambodian communities, and showed how to make Japanese cakes. As this year marks the 70th anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between Cambodia -Japan, the event offered a golden opportunity for the two peoples to share their cultures.
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Hosting a Lunch with Deputy Assistant Secretary for Southeast Asia
On 27 October 2023, His Excellency KEO Chhea, Ambassador of Cambodia to the United States, hosted a lunch with Ms. Melissa Brown, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Southeast Asia, and with several US State Department officials in charge of Cambodia and ASEAN, at the Embassy of Cambodia. The lunch is to strengthen ties of friendship between the Embassy and State Department officials and to discuss ways to develop Cambodia-United States cooperation to a better height.
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Cambodian Cultural Paintings, and Sculptures, and Khmer Products Expo
On 22 October 2023, the Permanent Mission of Cambodia to ASEAN and the Royal Embassy of Cambodia to the Republic of Indonesia co-organized exhibitions to showcase Cambodian cultural paintings, and sculptures, and sell Khmer products, such as Phkar Rumduol rice, black pepper, coffee, krama, and other potential products to promote Cambodian products. They also served Khmer food and desserts, taken from the Taste of Angkor Cookbook, for tasting at the Cambodia Bazaar booth, organised and provided by the Indian side, at the ASEAN-India Bazaar 2023 in Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Courtesy Call on Director for Asia and Oceania
On October 20, 2023, H.E. Mr. LUY David, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to France, paid a courtesy call on Mr. Benoît GUIDÉE, Director for Asia and Oceania at the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France. During the meeting, the two parties discussed the longstanding bilateral ties between Cambodia and France. H.E. Mr. Ambassador expressed his gratitude to the French government for its support to Cambodia, including aid in various areas such as human resources development, clean water, and culture. The French side acknowledged that the relations between Cambodia and France had been further strengthened by the working visit of Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo HUN Sen, former Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, in December 2022. Mr. Benoît GUIDÉE expressed confidence that these bilateral cooperations would continue to thrive under the leadership of H.E. Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei HUN Manet, the current Prime Minister of Cambodia. He also commended Cambodia for successfully hosting the ASEAN Summit during its term as ASEAN Chair in 2022 and praised the country's independent stance in foreign policy, particularly in regards to issues such as the Ukraine's war. The meeting concluded on a positive note with successful outcomes.
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Luncheon at the Residence of Ambassador of the Slovak Republic to the Federal Republic of Germany
On 8 November 2023, His Excellency Chheang Thyra, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the Federal Republic of Germany, attended a luncheon at the residence of His Excellency Marian Jakubocy, Ambassador of the Slovak Republic to the Federal Republic of Germany, also joined by ambassadors accredited to Slovakia with their residences in Berlin. Taking the opportunity, His Excellency Chheang Thyra extended his sincere congratulations to His Excellency the Ambassador of Slovakia on the successful Slovak parliamentary elections and the swift formation of the new tripartite coalition government. He also presented congratulatory letters from Samdech Thipadei HUN Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, and His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister SOK Chenda Sophea, addressed to His Excellency Robert Fico, Prime Minister, and His Excellency Juraj Blanár, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Slovakia, respectively. His Excellency Chheang Thyra also participated in another event organized on that same date by the Foreign Council on Economic Relations at the German Parliament (Bundestag) to welcome new ambassadors. During the event, His Excellency Ambassador encouraged German investors, individuals, and companies to explore opportunities for even closer collaboration in Cambodia, particularly in key sectors such as technology transfer, sustainable development, and skills exchange. His Excellency also assured the German investors, “I am here to offer my support to all German investors seeking to invest in Cambodia.”
Presenting the Letter of Credence to Governor-General and Commander-in-chief of New Zealand
On 8 November 2023, His Excellency Dr. CHEUNBORAN Chanborey, Ambassador-designate of the Kingdom of Cambodia to New Zealand, presented the Letter of Credence to Her Excellency The Right Honorable Dame CINDY KIRO, GNZM, QSO, Governor-General and Commander-in-chief of New Zealand, at the Government House in Wellington. Ambassador Chanborey also paid courtesy calls on Mr. Rod Harris, Chief of Protocol, Her Excellency Mary Thurston, Divisional Manager for South and Southeast Asia, and Her Excellency Georgina Roberts, Divisional Manager for the Asia Group, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
The Opening of the Khmer Art Exhibition in Moscow
On 2 November 2023 at 17:00 (Moscow time) at the Eastern State Museum, Moscow, His Excellency Ambassador of Cambodia PichKhun Panha, accompanied by his Spouse and all officials of the Embassy of Cambodia to the Federation of Russia, participated in the opening ceremony of the exhibition under the theme "In the Shadow of the Angkor Temples. Art of Cambodia", co-organized by the Russian Ministry of Culture and the State Museum of Oriental Art of the Russian Federation. The purpose of this exhibition is to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the 9th November Independence Day of the Kingdom of Cambodia. "In the Shadow of the Angkor Temples. Art of Cambodia" is the first large-scale exhibition dedicated to Khmer art in the last 20 years in the Russian Federation. Through this exhibition, the State Museum of Oriental Art showcases the diversity of traditional Khmer arts and crafts that have been left behind for generations, with more than 150 artifacts related to the magnificent Angkor temples and rich cultural treasures. Cambodia's prosperity to the point of luxurious silk weaving, which showcases the skills and creativity of the vibrant and priceless heritage of the Cambodian people. All of this is a testament to the great skills of Cambodian artisans who have worked tirelessly to preserve the rich cultural heritage and invaluable value. The exhibition not only showcases Cambodia's cultural arts but also a platform that promotes cultural exchange and raises awareness between the people of the two countries, Cambodia and Russia.
Strengthening EU-ASEAN Cooperation
Siem Reap, Cambodia, on 2 November 2023, Ambassador of Cambodia to the European Union His Excellency Nong Sakal attended and delivered his intervention in the Conference # Partners for a Transformed Future: Strengthening EU-ASEAN Cooperation on the Green and Digital.
Rice Harvesting Ceremony
On 29 October 2023, the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Tokyo in collaboration with the East Asia and Southeast Asia (ESEA) Working Group and the Cambodian communities in Japan organized a rice harvesting ceremony followed by Og Ambok, a traditional flattened rice dish, in Fujisawa district, in Kanagawa Prefecture. The Embassy annually organizes a traditional event with our Cambodian communities in Japan with an aim to safeguard and promote Cambodian traditions and culture as well as a showcase to the Cambodian young generation. Some Japanese people also participated in this event and tasted Khmer foods with the Cambodian communities, and showed how to make Japanese cakes. As this year marks the 70th anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between Cambodia -Japan, the event offered a golden opportunity for the two peoples to share their cultures.
Hosting a Lunch with Deputy Assistant Secretary for Southeast Asia
On 27 October 2023, His Excellency KEO Chhea, Ambassador of Cambodia to the United States, hosted a lunch with Ms. Melissa Brown, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Southeast Asia, and with several US State Department officials in charge of Cambodia and ASEAN, at the Embassy of Cambodia. The lunch is to strengthen ties of friendship between the Embassy and State Department officials and to discuss ways to develop Cambodia-United States cooperation to a better height.
Cambodian Cultural Paintings, and Sculptures, and Khmer Products Expo
On 22 October 2023, the Permanent Mission of Cambodia to ASEAN and the Royal Embassy of Cambodia to the Republic of Indonesia co-organized exhibitions to showcase Cambodian cultural paintings, and sculptures, and sell Khmer products, such as Phkar Rumduol rice, black pepper, coffee, krama, and other potential products to promote Cambodian products. They also served Khmer food and desserts, taken from the Taste of Angkor Cookbook, for tasting at the Cambodia Bazaar booth, organised and provided by the Indian side, at the ASEAN-India Bazaar 2023 in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Courtesy Call on Director for Asia and Oceania
On October 20, 2023, H.E. Mr. LUY David, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to France, paid a courtesy call on Mr. Benoît GUIDÉE, Director for Asia and Oceania at the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France. During the meeting, the two parties discussed the longstanding bilateral ties between Cambodia and France. H.E. Mr. Ambassador expressed his gratitude to the French government for its support to Cambodia, including aid in various areas such as human resources development, clean water, and culture. The French side acknowledged that the relations between Cambodia and France had been further strengthened by the working visit of Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo HUN Sen, former Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, in December 2022. Mr. Benoît GUIDÉE expressed confidence that these bilateral cooperations would continue to thrive under the leadership of H.E. Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei HUN Manet, the current Prime Minister of Cambodia. He also commended Cambodia for successfully hosting the ASEAN Summit during its term as ASEAN Chair in 2022 and praised the country's independent stance in foreign policy, particularly in regards to issues such as the Ukraine's war. The meeting concluded on a positive note with successful outcomes.
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The Taste of Angkor” is the “Best Asian Cookbook” at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2021.
The Taste of Angkor Cookbook was proudly presented at the Umeå Food Symposium in Sweden on 2-5 June 2022, and won two Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2022.
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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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