Selected excerpts of the adlib speech by Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet at the groundbreaking ceremony to build the “Takhmao Wastewater Treatment System” [Unofficial excerpts and translations]

[1] (1) Cambodia-RoK diplomatic relations elevated to strategic partnership with synergy for investment and people-to-people cooperation in all fields This year marks the 28th anniversary of the Cambodia-Korea diplomatic relations. (Actually, our country-to-country relations) began in 1970, but were almost destroyed during the Khmer Rouge era. (The former Prime Minister) Samdech Techo worked hard to…

Selected excerpts of the impromptu spech by Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet at the official launch of the National Cancer Control Plan 2025-2030 [Unofficial excerpts and translations]

(1) After Covid-19, former obstetrics and gyncology converting to a specialized cancer hospital For many mandates, the Royal Government has worked hard to strengthen the capacity to provide medical treatment, especially the capacity of many national state hospitals, to our brothers and sisters. At this stage, both our human and financial resources are limited. This…

Selected excerpts of the off-the-cuff speech by Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet at the meeting of Cambodian press and media persons for 2025 [Unofficial excerpts and translations]

[1] (1) The press and media joining the government in grasping and putting forward solutions to the problem to help nation and people This is the second time that I have participated (in the meeting with the Cambodian press and media persons for 2025) […] We are celebrating the Cambodian Press and Media Gathering, coinciding…

Selected excerpts of the impromptu speech by Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet during the meeting with civil servants, staff, and Workers of the Preah Sihanouk Autonomous Port on the occasion of the celebration of the 139th anniversary of International Workers’ Day – May 1 [Unofficial excerpts and translations]

[1] (1) Sihanoukville is one of four coastal provinces to promote development potential This is the fourth time in nearly two years that I have come to the port (of Sihanoukville Autonomous City) […] I have come to the Sihanoukville province about eight times thus far […] and my presence at times announced the launch…

Selected excerpts of the adlib address by Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet on the occasion of the official inauguration of National Road 31, National Road 33 and National Road 41 [Unofficial excerpts and translations]

[2] (1) NR 31, 33 and 41 improve connectivity to tourist destinations in the coastal areas and other natural resorts These three roads – NR 31, 33 and 41 – have become important components in expanding the potential of our southwestern provinces. We have railways, roads, and bridges that are spanning through. All of them…

Selected excerpts of the impromptu speech by Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet at the meeting with informal economy, trade Unions and teaching staff associations to celebrate the 139th anniversary of the International Workers’ Day – “Together for Decent Work and Sustainable Growth and Resilience” [Unofficial translation]

[2] (1) Creating more jobs with better pay and labor protection (The Minister of Labor and Vocational Training), HE Heng Sour just read the principles that Samdech Techo (the former Prime Minister) laid out, and also the 10 points that I put forward at the beginning of my mandate, showing that we aim to provide…

Hun Manet Thanks Thai Government for Waiving Visa Fees for Cambodian Workers during New Year Homecomings

FN – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet expressed his gratitude to the Thai government for waiving visa fees for Cambodian nationals who returned home during the recent New Year celebrations. The premier spoke on Wednesday (Apr. 23) during a joint statement with his Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra at the Peace Palace. Samdech Thipadei underscored, “I would…

PM Hun Manet Reaffirms Cambodia–Thailand Commitment to “Two Kingdoms, One Destination”

FN – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet told Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra that Cambodia is ready, open, and committed to fostering mutual growth in the fields of trade, investment, and innovation. The premier spoke on Wednesday (Apr. 23) during a joint statement with his Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra at the Peace Palace. Samdech Thipadei underscored,…

Cambodia, Thailand Agree to Boost Border Security Cooperation 

FN – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and his Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra agreed to enhance military cooperation, particularly among units stationed along the shared border. The premier spoke on Wednesday (Apr. 23) during a joint statement with his Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra at the Peace Palace. In the security sector, both kingdoms reaffirmed their commitment…