In a statement released on 30 Jan 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation announced that His Excellency Dr. CHEM Widhya, Secretary of State of the Ministry, and Her Excellency Petra Sigmund, Director-General for Asia and the Pacific at the Federal Foreign Office of Germany, successfully co-chaired the Second Round of Bilateral Political Consultations in Berlin.
The high-level meeting marked an opportunity for both dignitaries to review and discuss emerging issues crucial to their countries’ relations. The talks focused on enhancing cooperation across various domains, including political, economic, trade, education, tourism, environment, and parliamentary relations. Both parties emphasized the importance of reinforcing cooperation within the framework of EU-Cambodia and EU-ASEAN relations as well as providing mutual support in the international arena.
The meeting was seen as an important step towards strengthening bilateral ties between Cambodia and Germany, with both countries recognizing the significance of their relationship. His Excellency Dr. CHEM Widhya highlighted recent historical events that have strengthened diplomatic relations between the two nations, including official visits by German President Frank Walter Steinmeier and Chancellor Olaf Scholz to Cambodia, as well as a bilateral talks meeting between Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo HUN Sen and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
The discussion also covered cooperation in a multilateral framework and the exchange of views on key regional and global issues of common interest and concern. Both dignitaries expressed deep satisfaction with the consultations, recognizing them as an essential mechanism for sustaining meaningful dialogues between their countries.
Earlier in the day, His Excellency Dr. CHEM Widhya paid a courtesy call on Her Excellency Susanne Baumann, Secretary of State of the German Federal Foreign Office. The meeting provided an opportunity for both high-ranking dignitaries to discuss relations between their countries, both at bilateral and multilateral levels, commending the excellent ties of friendship and cooperation that have happily existed for decades.
The successful outcome of this diplomatic visit is seen as a testament to Cambodia’s commitment to fostering strong international relationships and cooperation. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation will continue to work towards strengthening its partnership with Germany and other like-minded countries to promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the region and beyond.
Key Takeaways from the Diplomatic Talks
- Cambodia and Germany reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation across various domains.
- The two countries emphasized the importance of reinforcing cooperation within the framework of EU-Cambodia and EU-ASEAN relations.
- Both dignitaries expressed deep satisfaction with the consultations, recognizing them as an essential mechanism for sustaining meaningful dialogues between their countries.
The diplomatic talks between Cambodia and Germany serve as a positive example of bilateral cooperation in the region. As Cambodia continues to navigate its role in regional and international affairs, it is essential to maintain strong relationships with like-minded countries to promote peace, stability, and prosperity for all nations involved.