Hun Sen Urges Cambodian, Lao Youth to Deepen Solidarity and Exchanges
Cambodian Senate President Samdech Techo Hun Sen encouraged Cambodian and Lao youth to strengthen solidarity and exchanges during a meeting with Lao People’s Revolutionary Youth Union Secretary-General Thongly Sisoulith. The call comes amid the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two nations.
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