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Cambodia and DRC Discuss Establishing Diplomatic Ties Ahead of Francophonie Summit
PHNOM PENH, August 26, 2026 – Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn has met with Crispin Mbadù Phanzu, Vice Minister in charge of Francophonie and Special Envoy of the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, to discuss the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
The meeting, held on August 25 at the Ministry, marked the first official engagement between the two nations as they explore formalizing bilateral ties.
Both dignitaries emphasized the importance of establishing diplomatic relations as a foundation for promoting political and economic cooperation, fostering people-to-people exchanges, and strengthening multilateralism and the Francophonie.
Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn also provided an update on the progress of preparations for the 20th Francophonie Summit and its side events, which will be held in Phnom Penh in November 2026.
— Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Reported by The Khmer Today
