Phnom Penh (FN), Jun. 28 – Cambodian prime minister Hun Sen, in his capacity as the president of Cambodian’s People Party (CPP) confirmed that in order to continue to win over the COVID19, the Cambodian people must continue to protect themselves, in particular go for the third dose, the fourth dose and even the fifth dose of COVID19 vaccination.

The premier spoke in the 71st anniversary of the founding of the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) on Tuesday (Jun 28).

“In order to continue to win over the epidemic of COVID19, may our people continue to protect yourself according to the safety measures set by the Royal Government and the Ministry of Health, and especially everyone goes for the third dose, the fourth dose and even the fifth dose of COVID19 vaccinations,” the premier underlined.

The premier continued, for more than two years, the outbreak of COVID19 has had a devastating effect on the entire world. No country could escape and Cambodia has been severely affected too.

“However, with the correct and wise leadership, the active participation of the people and all forces in society, as well as the support of the international community, we have been able to manage and resolve this crisis, and to protect the lives of the people from falling into the abyss of death, while maintaining economic and livelihood balance,” Samdech added.

On this occasion, on behalf of the Cambodian people, Samdech expressed his deep gratitude to countries who are friends and development partners, and international organizations for their generous contributions to support the legitimate cause of the Cambodian people and continue to strengthen good and fruitful cooperation with the kingdom, which is an indispensable contribution to the country's peace, democracy and development.

Cambodia has so far vaccinated nearly 95 percent of the total population. More than 9.4 million people have received third dose, over 2.8 million received the fourth shot, and over 270,000 received the fifth shot.
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