Prey veng: Cambodian Senate President Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen announced this morning that the process to amend the Constitution regarding the revocation of Khmer citizenship will begin next week. Speaking during a gathering with students and teachers at the Kamchay Mear Education and Training Centre, Hun Sen highlighted the significance of this constitutional amendment process.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the National Assembly is scheduled to hold a session to deliberate on the amendment on July 11, 2025. Hun Sen explained that the amendment aims to authorise the revocation of Khmer citizenship, a move following a joint request from the 125 members of the National Assembly and the Royal Government to His Majesty the King. The Constitutional Council confirmed yesterday that such a request is 'possible,' he added.
The Senate President also emphasised a key element of the Constitution that must remain unchanged: Cambodia's status as a constitutional monarchy. He noted that there are currently some Cambodians, including politicians, who hold dual nationality, suggesting that this amendment may address issues related to dual citizenship.