Kampot (FN), Jun. 6 – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet urged against buying land around the Funan Techo canal project solely to seek compensation from the state later.

The premier spoke on Thursday (Jun. 6) during an inauguration for the official use of Kampot multi-purpose port in Kampot province.

"If we are truly patriotic, desiring Cambodia's independence in transportation, economic development in the southwest, and the overall benefit of our nation from this historic canal, we must work together," the premier added.

Samdech Thipadei underscored, "I would like to call in advance for unity, especially among those living along the delta.”

On the occasion, Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet reaffirmed that the Funan Techo canal project is no longer 100 per cent financed by foreign companies but is now primarily owned by Cambodian companies, with a stake of 51 per cent or more. He added that the canal project aims to benefit the nation and the Cambodian people from now into the future, rather than serving foreign interests.
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