Cambodian Prime Minister Affirms Participation in 2026 World AI Conference in China Following Visit

Following the conclusion of his official visit to China, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has announced Cambodia's participation in the World AI Conference 2026, which will be held in China. This statement, released as an outcome of the visit, suggests an eagerness to strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). Cambodia has been promoting its digital economy transition in recent years, positioning the adoption and development of AI technology as a key pillar for national growth. China is one of the world's leading nations in AI development, and Cambodia's participation in the conference is expected to provide significant opportunities for accessing cutting-edge technologies, talent development, and joint research and development. Discussions during the visit also reportedly covered economic cooperation and infrastructure development, with AI collaboration potentially being a component of these broader discussions. Cambodia aims to establish itself as a digital hub within the ASEAN region, and cooperation with China in the AI sector could help accelerate this strategy. As the global competition in AI development intensifies, Cambodia's approach to asserting its presence in this field will be closely watched.