Phnom Penh:Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet met with H.E. ISHIZUKI Hideo, the newly appointed Ambassador of Japan to Cambodia, at the Peace Palace for a courtesy call and working discussion.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, during the meeting, the Japanese Ambassador commended the progress in relations between Japan and Cambodia, which were elevated to a 'Comprehensive Strategic Partnership' in 2023. He committed to further strengthening and expanding the bilateral cooperation.
The Ambassador expressed satisfaction with the ongoing cooperation in sectors such as security and defense, trade and investment, and mine clearance. In response, Prime Minister Hun Manet congratulated Ambassador ISHIZUKI Hideo on his appointment and expressed optimism for the continued growth of bilateral relations during his tenure.
The Prime Minister expressed gratitude for Japan’s support in developing Cambodia’s physical infrastructure, training military personnel, and collaborating in the deployment of Cambodian peacekeepers to United Nations Peacekeeping Operations. He also highlighted Cambodia's policies to attract and support foreign investors, including those from Japan, to foster business-to-business ties and increase Japanese investment in Cambodia.
Both parties discussed potential collaborations in emerging sectors like artificial intelligence and green technology. Before concluding the meeting, Prime Minister Hun Manet updated the Ambassador on the situation along the Cambodia-Thailand border, emphasizing Cambodia's dedication to resolving border issues peacefully and legally, in line with existing international agreements.