US Philanthropist Granted Cambodian Citizenship for Over 30 Years of Humanitarian Work
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US Philanthropist Granted Cambodian Citizenship for Over 30 Years of Humanitarian Work

The King of Cambodia has granted Cambodian citizenship to American philanthropist Morgan Jon Francis, who has provided free medical services in the country for over 30 years. He was also given the Khmer name 'Morgan Karuna'.

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