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October 19, 2026 at 3:06 PM
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IM Capital Holding Chairwoman Iwona Kmiecik Wears Traditional Attire for Official Meetings, Promoting Khmer Silk

IM Capital Holding Chairwoman Iwona Kmiecik Wears Traditional Attire for Official Meetings, Promoting Khmer Silk

PHNOM PENH — In a high-level official meeting and courtesy call held at the Peace Palace, Iwona Kmiecik (Lok Srei Siriwattana Eva), Founder and Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of IM Capital Holding, demonstrated deep respect and affection for Cambodian heritage by dressing in elegant, formal Khmer traditional attire during her courtesy visit with Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia.

This remarkable display of cultural appreciation is by no means an isolated occurrence. Ms. Kmiecik has consistently championed Cambodian culture on the international stage by wearing traditional Khmer professional attire at major diplomatic and business forums across Europe. Expressing her enthusiasm for these deepening ties, she shared, "I'm glad that the Poland-Cambodia relationship is taking on a real shape!" Notably, on September 29 at the Cambodia & Europe Investment Summit 2026 hosted at Hotel Sopot, she appeared in a striking green traditional Khmer outfit. Similarly, at the Poland-Cambodia Business Evening held at Hotel Quadrille Relais & Châteaux, as well as during various other prestigious events, she regularly selects Cambodian silk attire to represent her ties with the Kingdom.

Her choice of beautifully tailored traditional Khmer outfits—meticulously crafted with detailed embroidery and authentic Khmer silk (Hol)—has drawn widespread admiration. Beyond adhering to the formal protocol of the Kingdom of Cambodia, her sartorial choices send a resonant message to the global community regarding the beauty, dignity, and timeless value of traditional Cambodian textiles and craftsmanship.

During her meeting with Prime Minister Hun Manet, IM Capital Holding reaffirmed its strong confidence in the leadership of the Royal Government of Cambodia and its open, secure investment environment. The company continues to expand its investment scope in luxury real estate, residential projects, and international-standard hospitality developments, including major eco-friendly resort projects on Koh Rong in Preah Sihanouk Province, aiming to boost eco-tourism and generate employment opportunities for local Cambodian citizens.

The Royal Government of Cambodia’s ongoing efforts to maintain peace, economic stability, and an attractive investment climate have positioned Cambodia as a vibrant investment hub in Southeast Asia. The seamless blend of modern economic progress and preserved cultural identity inspires international investors like Ms. Kmiecik to not only commit financial capital to the Kingdom, but to also act as cultural ambassadors who highlight Cambodia's unique heritage and vast economic potential to the world.

Reported by The Khmer Today

Photo: Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia
Photo: Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia
Photo: Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia
Photo: Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia
Photo: Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia
Photo: Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia