Cambodia and Japan Strengthen Bilateral Ties Through Enhanced Cooperation

In a significant development, Cambodia and Japan have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations through enhanced cooperation in various fields. According to sources within the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, senior officials from both countries met on December 18, 2024, to discuss ways to deepen their ties.

On December 20, 2024, a courtesy call was made by His Excellency Funakoshi Takehiro, Senior Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, to His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. During this visit, Funakoshi conveyed a message of felicitation from Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi, highlighting the importance of Cambodia-Japan relations.

Minister Prak Sokhonn welcomed the Japanese delegation and expressed his enthusiasm for working closely with Minister Iwaya to enhance bilateral cooperation in both regional and multilateral frameworks. He also thanked Japan for its participation in the 5th Review Conference of the Ottawa Convention in Siem Reap earlier this year and appreciated the country’s cooperation in mine action areas.

Furthermore, Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn touched upon cooperation in areas of strategic interest, praising the fruitful outcomes of Cambodia-Japan 2° Senior Officials’ Talk. He also exchanged views with Funakoshi on international and regional developments.

The visit underscores Cambodia’s growing importance as a key player in regional affairs, particularly within ASEAN. The country’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with major partners like Japan is seen as a strategic move to promote economic growth and stability.

In conclusion, the strengthening of Cambodia-Japan ties marks an important development in the country’s foreign policy trajectory. As Cambodia continues to navigate its role in regional and international affairs, it is clear that the nation is committed to fostering strong relationships with key partners like Japan.

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation

1. Cambodia-Japan relations are expected to deepen in various fields, including trade, investment, and security cooperation.
2. The visit highlights Cambodia’s growing importance as a key player in regional affairs.
3. Strengthening bilateral ties with major partners like Japan is seen as a strategic move to promote economic growth and stability.