Phnom Penh (FN), Aug. 22 – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet highlighted that today marks the first anniversary of the new Royal Government. Over the past year, the government has successfully upheld peace, social stability, and the well-being of its people. He underlined the critical importance of peace for the Cambodian nation, urging everyone to collaborate in preserving it for the long term.
The premier spoke on Thursday (Aug. 22) at the “Celebration of Returned Khmer Artifacts to Cambodia” in Phnom Penh.
"The significance of this gathering lies in the fact that on the one-year anniversary of the Royal Government, we have successfully maintained stability, peace, and happiness for our people, allowing us to celebrate today," the premier stated. "This is possible because there is no war anywhere in the country, no division—not even at the grassroots level—allowing us to honour the spirits of our ancestors in a spirit of peace."
Samdech Thipadei underscored that today's achievements reflect the Royal Government's strong commitment and the importance of effective cooperation with other countries and the international community in the global effort to combat the theft, circulation, and illegal trade of cultural property.
Regarding national cultural heritage, Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet noted that the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts, acting as the Royal Government's lead agency in this campaign, has diligently researched, collected evidence, and facilitated tourism and cooperation with various countries and stakeholders. These efforts are vital in reclaiming lost treasures, preserving them as cultural heritage and national identity for future generations of Cambodians to learn from and cherish.
Under the leadership of Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, the Royal Government of the 7th legislature has achieved remarkable milestones within its first year, showcasing a successful transition to a younger generation of leadership.
1. Maintaining Peace and Political Stability: The government's most significant achievement is the peaceful transfer of power, which preserved national peace and political stability. This seamless transition from the older to the younger generation is a rare and valuable event on the global stage.
2. Defending National Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity: The Royal Government, led by Samdech Techo Hun Sen and now Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, has steadfastly protected Cambodia's sovereignty and territorial integrity. Both leaders have consistently prioritized national sovereignty over foreign aid or concessions, ensuring that not even a millimetre of Cambodian land is compromised.
3. Funan Techo Canal Groundbreaking: On 5 August 2024, the groundbreaking ceremony of the Funan Techo Canal, presided over by Samdech Thipadei, marked one of Cambodia's most significant national events, drawing widespread local and international attention. This project will be a monumental achievement for Cambodia, etched in history for future generations.
4. Six Priority Policy Programs: Launched on November 20, 2023, these programs include: 1) Expanding healthcare services towards achieving the universal health coverage; 2) Providing vocational and technical trainings for youth from poor and vulnerable households across the nation; 3) Institutionalising the national social assistance programme for poor households, vulnerable people from poor households, and at-risk households during economic crises and emergencies; 4) Formulating and accelerating the implementation of the Informal Economy Development Strategy; 5) Introducing coordinating mechanism and financing programme that enhance agricultural products’ production, market access, and price stability at a reasonable level; and 6) Deploying agricultural technical officers to all communes and Sangkats.
5. Five Key Reforms: The government has initiated comprehensive reforms in public administration, education, health, village and commune safety, and the judiciary.
6. Connecting with the People: Prime Minister Hun Manet has maintained close ties with the Cambodian people, making over 150 visits to various communities and workers across the country.
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