(Phnom Penh): At the invitation of Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, and António Guterres, Secretary-general of the United Nations, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet will lead a high-level Cambodian delegation to attend the Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), to be held in Nice, France, from 9 to 11 June 2025.

"Samdech Thipadei and the First Lady, Pich Chanmony, will be accompanied by Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn, along with other ministers and senior government officials," according to the press release seen by Fresh News on Friday (Jun. 6).

"Under the theme "Accelerating Action and Mobilizing Partnerships: Solutions for Ocean-Based Climate Action, Biodiversity, and Sustainable Development”, Samdech Thipadei will deliver Cambodia's National Statement during the General Debate, highlighting the Kingdom's vision, commitments, and initiatives in ocean governance, climate resilience, and sustainable development.

Samdech Thipadei is expected to hold bilateral meetings with several leaders on the margins of the Conference, to strengthen bilateral relations and reaffirm Cambodia's commitment to multilateral cooperation.

Cambodia's participation demonstrates its firm dedication to global efforts in addressing ocean-related challenges and promoting the sustainable use of the ocean and marine resources, consistent with Sustainable Development Goal 14 (Life Below Water)."
=FRESH NEWS