Phnom Penh: Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of the Kingdom of Cambodia, has expressed his strong support for Pope Leo XIV's appeal for peace, made during his first address to the world in St. Peter's Square in Rome on May 8. For nearly three decades, the Kingdom of Cambodia has lived in peace and progress after being ravaged by injustice and violence, wrote Samdech Techo Hun Sen in his May 12 message to Sister Raffaella Petrini, President of the Pontifical Commission for Vatican City State and President of Governate of Vatican City State, adding that His Holiness the Pope's appeal has resonated powerfully with all Cambodian Catholics.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, Samdech Techo Hun Sen affirmed his ongoing support for the efforts of nations and their peoples in the pursuit of peace, justice, and reconciliation. This statement underscores Cambodia's commitment to maintaining its long-standing peace and progress on the international stage.
Samdech Techo Hun Sen concluded his message by extending his best wishes for strength, intelligence, and divine grace to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV for the glory of his pontificate, reflecting a deep respect and solidarity with the Pope's vision for global harmony and understanding.