Cambodia Hosts Francophonie Ministerial Meeting, Emphasizing Role as Hub for Diverse Cultures and Values
Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Prak Sokhonn, stated at the 48th Francophonie Ministerial Conference in Phnom Penh that the organization serves as a 'confluence of four rivers,' bringing together diverse peoples, cultures, and continents. He expressed pride in Cambodia hosting the Francophonie Summit, returning to Asia after nearly 30 years, and paid tribute to King Father Norodom Sihanouk as a founding father.
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