Seoul (FN), Sep. 11 – Cambodian Senate President Samdech Techo Hun Sen urged Chung Eui-yong, President of the International Conference of Asian Political Parties (ICAPP), to ensure that the organization’s statement reflects a balanced approach, aligned with current regional and global situations, ahead of the 12th General Assembly of ICAPP.
Samdech Techo received a courtesy call from Chung Eui-yong on 10 September 2024 in Seoul, South Korea.
In November 2024, ICAPP will hold its 12th General Assembly in Phnom Penh, marking the second time Cambodia hosting the event. In this context, Samdech Techo Hun Sen has assigned Cambodian Prime Minister, Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, Vice President of the Cambodian People's Party, to co-chair the General Assembly, while Samdech Techo will serve as honorary chair.
During the meeting, Chung Eui-yong updated Samdech Techo on the preparations for the General Assembly in November.
Chung Eui-yong mentioned that the preparation process is progressing smoothly, thanks to the cooperation and attention from the Cambodian side. He also noted that this year’s General Assembly in Cambodia will have a broader scope than previous ones, with the participation of political parties from many countries. The conference aims to promote peace, reconciliation, and address regional and global challenges while sharing knowledge globally.
He expressed his hope that the General Assembly would be successful with the support of Samdech Techo and Samdech Thipadei.
In response, Samdech Techo Hun Sen thanked ICAPP for selecting Cambodia as the host for the 12th General Assembly. He expressed his satisfaction with the smooth progress of the preparations.
Samdech Techo also advised Chung Eui-yong and his team to ensure the General Assembly’s various aspects, particularly the official statement, are carefully crafted to reflect the current situation and avoid conflicts among participants.
Chung Eui-yong expressed his gratitude for Samdech Techo's valuable advice, acknowledging the complexities of the current global landscape. He assured that the General Assembly would be organized impartially, without any partisan or ideological bias.
During the meeting, Chung Eui-yong praised Samdech Techo's leadership, noting that the Cambodian people are fortunate to have a leader who has guided the country from the devastation of war to peace and prosperity. He also commended Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, describing him as a capable leader who will continue to build on this legacy.
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