Prime Minister Hun Manet Pays Condolences for Former Agriculture Minister Chan Sarun

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet paid his respects and offered condolences on the afternoon of September 2, 2026, for the late Chan Sarun, a Member of Parliament for Takao province and former Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries. Chan Sarun passed away at the age of 81 on August 31, 2026, at 00:29 AM, due to old age. Prime Minister Hun Manet expressed his deepest sympathies to Mrs. Sok Keo, the widow, and her family, and prayed for the soul of the deceased to rest in peace. This event signifies respect for a long-serving figure in Cambodian politics. The attendance of the current Prime Minister at the funeral of a former minister can be seen as a demonstration of continuity within the government and respect for past generations. Chan Sarun was a key figure who played a leading role in Cambodia's agricultural sector for many years. His passing may have an impact on agricultural stakeholders and the political sphere. Source: CPP Cambodia