Cambodian People's Party Central Standing Committee Mourns Passing of Dr. Chan Sarun
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Cambodian People's Party Central Standing Committee Mourns Passing of Dr. Chan Sarun

The Standing Committee of the Central Committee of the Cambodian People's Party (CPP) has issued a message of condolence on the passing of Dr. Chan Sarun, a member of the CPP Central Committee and a Member of Parliament for the Takéo constituency in the 7th legislature. He passed away on August 31st at the age of 81 due to old age. The CPP lauded his contributions to the nation, religion, monarchy, and the party, particularly his active role in developing the agricultural sector.

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