Phnom Penh (FN), Mar. 31 – His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni and Her Majesty Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk will depart Phnom Penh to Beijing for medical checkup on Wednesday.

According to the royal message, during the King’s absence, President of Senate Samdech Say Chhum will assume the title of the acting Head of State.

His Majesty the King and Her Majesty Queen Mother usually have health checked by Chinese doctors twice a year and always received the warmest hospitality from Chinese president and other senior leaders.