Phnom Penh (FN), Jul. 11 – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet expressed gratitude to the Olympic Movement and the Asian MMA Association for entrusting Cambodia with hosting the 2nd Asian MMA Championship in 2024.

The premier spoke on Thursday (Jul. 11) during the opening of the 2nd Asian Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Championship in Phnom Penh.

"I would like to thank the delegation of the Olympic Movement and the Asian MMA Association for entrusting Cambodia with organizing the 2nd Asian MMA Championship," stated Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet. "I also want to highlight that Cambodia recently hosted the 32nd SEA Games and the 12th ASEAN Para Games 2023 with great success," he added.

On the occasion, the premier highlighted the significant growth and important role of sports in Cambodia and globally, gaining support from people of all backgrounds. At the same time, he continued that sporting events are more than competitions; they promote tourism, culture, society, economy, and national reputation while strengthening solidarity and friendship among participating countries.
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