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Cambodia Celebrates 67th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations with China, Emphasizing the Power of Peace

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As Cambodia marks the 67th anniversary of its diplomatic relations with China, the Kingdom's Minister of Tourism Hout Hak highlighted the invaluable nature of peace in its development. The festivities, themed 'Cambodia and China, Join Hands, Share a Common Destiny, Promote Tourism and Investment for Development under the Shade of Peace', brought together high-level stakeholders to celebrate the strengthening relationship between the two nations. Hak expressed his appreciation for the joint cultural performance, 'Wings of Peace', organized by the China Media Group (CMG), which reflected the long-standing historical ties and shared legacy of peace and friendship between the two countries.

Key Takeaways:

  • Minister Hout Hak emphasized that peace is the foundation for the development of tourism in Cambodia, highlighting the country's painful history of war and border disputes with Thailand.
  • The celebrations marked the 67th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Cambodia and China, with a focus on promoting tourism, investment, and development under the shade of peace.
  • The joint 'Wings of Peace' cultural performance, organized by the China Media Group (CMG), showcased the long-standing historical ties and shared legacy of peace and friendship between the two countries.
  • Cambodia welcomed 3.71 million international tourists in the first seven months of 2025, including approximately 690,000 Chinese tourists, marking an increase of 48.2%.
  • Thourn Sinan, chairman of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Cambodia Chapter, highlighted the immense value of peace in national development, trade, and tourism sector development.
  • Ek Sam Ol, president of the Cambodia-China Friendship Association, noted that the relationship between Cambodia and China continues to grow stronger and more stable, with mutual understanding becoming deeper.

Statistics:

  • 3.71 million international tourists visited Cambodia in the first seven months of 2025, with approximately 690,000 being Chinese tourists (18.6% of total international tourists).
  • 48.2% increase in Chinese tourist arrivals in the first seven months of 2025 compared to the same period in the previous year.

Sources:

  • 'Cambodia and China Strengthen Ties as They Mark 67th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations' by The Phnom Penh Post, August 2023.
  • Minister Hout Hak's speech during the 67th anniversary celebrations of diplomatic relations between Cambodia and China.
  • Ek Sam Ol's speech during the 67th anniversary celebrations of diplomatic relations between Cambodia and China.
  • Thourn Sinan's interview with The Phnom Penh Post on August 19, 2023.

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