In a significant development, Deputy Prime Minister SOK Chenda Sophea will co-chair the fourth meeting of the Cambodia-Philippines Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation (4 JCBC) in Manila on August 27-28, 2024. The four-day visit marks a key moment in strengthening ties between the two nations.
On August 26, 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation announced that Deputy Prime Minister SOK Chenda Sophea would pay an official visit to the Philippines at the invitation of His Excellency Enrique A. Manalo, Secretary for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of the Philippines. During the visit, Mr. Sophea will engage in bilateral discussions with his Philippine counterpart, Enrique Manalo, and co-chair the 4 JCBC meeting.
The Cambodia-Philippines Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation is a key platform for fostering cooperation between the two countries in areas such as trade, investment, culture, education, science, and technology. The commission aims to promote mutual understanding, foster people-to-people exchanges, and enhance economic development in both countries.
During the 4 JCBC meeting, Mr. Sophea and Mr. Manalo will review progress made in implementing agreements reached during the third meeting of the commission in 2021. They will also chart a new course of action to further strengthen the long-standing relations between Cambodia and the Philippines. Additionally, they will discuss regional developments and international issues of common interest and concern.
The visit also provides an opportunity for Deputy Prime Minister SOK Chenda Sophea to engage with other high-ranking officials in the Philippine government, including President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte. He is expected to pay a courtesy call on the President and be hosted to lunch by the Vice President.
The visit underscores Cambodia's commitment to strengthening its relationships with its Southeast Asian neighbors. As a key player in ASEAN, Cambodia has been actively engaging in regional initiatives to promote economic growth, social progress, and cultural development. The Philippines is an important partner in this endeavor, and the visit marks a significant moment in strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries.
In conclusion, Deputy Prime Minister SOK Chenda Sophea's visit to the Philippines and his co-chairing of the 4 JCBC meeting demonstrate Cambodia's commitment to fostering strong relationships with its Southeast Asian neighbors. The success of this initiative will have far-reaching implications for promoting economic development, cultural exchange, and regional cooperation in the region.
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