Cambodia and Japan have pledged to boost further economic and investment cooperation as they mark this year the 70-year anniversary diplomatic establishment between the two countries. The remarks were made in a meeting held in Phnom Penh on February 7 between Cambodian Minister of Commerce Pan Sorasak and Fumiaki Takahashi, president of the Cambodia-Japan Association and former Japanese ambassador to Cambodia. According to the Ministry of Commerce, Cambodia looks upon Japan as a prioritised trade partner. The ‘comprehensive strategic partnership’ between both countries is expected to attract more Japanese investment and open a wider market for Cambodian products.

Reference: Chea, V. (2023, February 9). Kingdom, Japan to boost economic ties to mark 70th anniversary diplomatic relations. Khmer Time. Retrieved from https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501235450/kingdom-japan-to-boost-economic-ties-to-mark-70th-anniversary-of-diplomatic-relations/