Cambodia Passes Military Service Law: A New Era for National Defense and Youth Patriotism
The Cambodian National Assembly has unanimously passed a new military service law, mandating 24 months of service for males aged 18 to 25. Prime Minister Hun Manet emphasized the law's role in both national defense and fostering disciplined, patriotic human resources.
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