PHNOM PENH — High-level diplomatic relations between Cambodia and Canada reached a new milestone this week as both nations moved to solidify a strategic partnership ahead of major upcoming negotiations.
On Monday afternoon, H.E. Meas Kimheng, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, hosted H.E. Christian DesRoches, Ambassador of Canada to Cambodia. The meeting, held at the Ministry’s headquarters, served as a critical platform to align the two nations’ interests in trade, development, and regional security.
Preparing for the Second Round of Bilateral Consultations The core of the discussion focused on the final preparations for the Second Round of Bilateral Consultations. Scheduled for next week in Phnom Penh, this forum will bring together senior officials from both foreign ministries.
For the Cambodian government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Hun Manet and the vision of Samdech Hun Sen, these consultations represent a commitment to diversifying international alliances and boosting economic opportunities for the Khmer people.
Focus on Regional Stability and Cooperation Beyond economic ties, the meeting addressed regional security. Secretary of State Meas Kimheng provided Ambassador DesRoches with an update on the current situation regarding the Cambodia-Thailand border. This transparency highlights Cambodia’s role as a stabilizing force in Southeast Asia—a key factor for Western investors looking at the region in 2026.
Both diplomats expressed high satisfaction with the “positive momentum” of the current trajectory, signaling that the relationship between Phnom Penh and Ottawa is entering its most productive phase in recent history.
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The Second Round of Bilateral Consultations is scheduled to take place in Phnom Penh next week, focusing on trade and regional cooperation.
H.E. Meas Kimheng, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, represented the government during the talks with Canadian Ambassador Christian DesRoches.
By strengthening ties with G7 nations like Canada, Cambodia enhances its diplomatic reach and creates more favorable conditions for international trade and foreign investment.