Phnom penh: Acting Head of State of Cambodia, Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, has expressed optimism for enhanced cooperation between Cambodia and the Philippines, focusing on trade and tourism, during a summit meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. at the Peace Palace.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the discussions took place during President Marcos Jr.'s three-day state visit to Cambodia. Samdech Techo Hun Sen conveyed royal greetings from His Majesty the King of Cambodia and articulated his hope for expanding bilateral cooperation, especially in the key sectors of trade and tourism.
President Marcos Jr. echoed these sentiments, highlighting the importance of strengthening tourism ties. He emphasized the potential impact of Cambodia's new Techo International Airport, which he will be the first foreign leader to use. He remarked that the airport could serve as a vital link to enhance tourist flows and foster closer people-to-people connections between the two nations.
In addition to discussions on trade and tourism, Samdech Techo Hun Sen briefed President Marcos Jr. on the ongoing Cambodia-Thailand border tensions and expressed gratitude for the Philippines' support for peaceful solutions, particularly the current ceasefire agreement.