Phnom Penh (FN), Mar. 10 – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet reaffirmed Cambodia's adherence to an independent foreign policy of permanent neutrality and non-alignment, based on the principles of international law, the United Nations Charter, the Constitution of Cambodia and core national interests.

The premier spoke during the Foreign Ministry’s annual review conference on 5 March 2025.

Samdech Thipadei highlighted six key priorities of Cambodia's foreign policy, namely:

- Deepening existing bilateral ties and expanding cordial relations with all nations, by fostering mutual trust and understanding, win-win partnerships in all sectors under the political-security, economic and socio-cultural pillars, with emphasis on building a border of peace, friendship, and cooperation with immediate neighbours.

- Advancing multilateralism, by actively engaging in global governance, supporting United Nations peacekeeping operations, and reinforcing Cambodia's contributions to peace, stability, and sustainable development worldwide.

- Enhancing ASEAN's centrality, though consolidating ASEAN unity and central role in maintaining regional stability, supporting peaceful conflict resolution, contributing to ASEAN's common interest and prosperity, and the realization of the ASEAN Community Vision 2045 to be adopted this year.

- Promoting Cambodia's economic and cultural diplomacy to expand the country's presence in the global marketplace, increase trade relations, attract foreign investment, promote tourism, and leverage the country's cultural heritage to bolster economic growth and national image.

- Strengthening public diplomacy efforts to combat misinformation, protect and promote Cambodia's good image and national interests on the world stage.

- Enhancing the strength of Cambodia's diplomacy through institutional reforms and improving operational efficiency and professionalism of Cambodia's foreign service.
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