Phnom Penh (FN), October 23 - Deputy Prime Minister Hor Namhong said that Cambodia is an independent country, and it does everything according to the people's aspirations, unlike some international claims.

His remark was made after several international leaders said that Cambodia's democracy was heading backwards as the National Assembly passed a new amendment to the law on a new political party that could dissolve the opposition party.

On his trip to Paris, France, Hor Namhong will hold talks with Irina Bokova, Director-General of UNESCO, on the signing of the Cooperation Agreement between the "Asian Cultural Council" that will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday.

The cooperation between the Asian Cultural Council and UNESCO is very important as it brings together 193 UNESCO countries today to recognize the culture of 53 Asian nations.
=FRESH NEWS