Phnom Penh: The President of the Cambodian Senate considers Chinese President Xi Jinping and his visit to Cambodia a special one, reaffirming strong cooperation between the two countries for sustainable growth. Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen made the remarks when receiving President Xi Jinping this afternoon at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh, highlighting that this year marks the 15th anniversary of the establishment of the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership of cooperation.

According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, Hun Sen commended China’s pivotal role in promoting global peace and sustainable development and reconfirmed Cambodia’s support for China’s global initiatives to safeguard sustainable growth, peace, security, and harmony. Samdech Techo Hun Sen also emphasized the need for China’s further support for Cambodia’s development, which will eventually benefit the two countries, particularly socio-economically.

President Xi Jinping appreciated the Royal Government and people of Cambodia for their warm hospitality during his visit and expressed enthusiasm to meet with Samdech Techo Hun Sen, whom he considered an old friend. He reiterated his support for the cooperation between the two countries and peoples at large, as well as Cambodia’s development, including the ongoing Funan Techo Canal, a mega water transport project aimed at boosting trade and growth in the country.

Xi also underlined China’s continuous support for Cambodia’s human resource development to expedite Cambodia’s economic aspirations. President Xi Jinping is paying a state visit to Cambodia from April 17-18, marking the final leg of his three-country Southeast Asia tour.