Cambodia Announces Outcomes of 48th World Heritage Committee Session
Cambodia has announced the outcomes of the 48th World Heritage Committee (WHC) session held in Busan, South Korea, from July 26-29, 2026. The meeting, attended by 162 member states, highlighted Cambodia's commitment to heritage preservation and international cooperation.
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