Gilani, Hun Sen discuss stronger Pakistan–Cambodia ties

ISLAMABAD, Feb 03 (APP): Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani, and President of the Senate of Cambodia, Samdech Hun Sen, held a high-level bilateral meeting.
The chairman led a high-level parliamentary delegation to the Kingdom of Cambodia, marking an important step in strengthening parliamentary diplomacy and bilateral relations between the two countries, said a news release received here on Tuesday.
During the meeting, both sides discussed issues of mutual interest, with a focus on enhancing parliamentary cooperation and further strengthening bilateral ties.
They also discussed ways to expand political, economic, and people-to-people contacts.
The two leaders exchanged views on exploring new opportunities in trade, investment, institutional cooperation, and parliamentary exchanges.
They reaffirmed their commitment to deepening relations for mutual benefit and agreed to continue close dialogue and cooperation.
In honour of the Chairman Senate of Pakistan, the Cambodian side hosted an official dinner, reflecting the warm and friendly relations between the two countries.
Gilani’s visit highlights Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening its long-standing friendly relations with Cambodia, promoting parliamentary diplomacy, and exploring new areas of bilateral cooperation.
Earlier, the Chairman Senate arrived in Phnom Penh with a high-level delegation and received a warm welcome at Techo International Airport.
He was received by Second Vice President of the Cambodian Senate Dr Thun Vathana; Chairman of the First Committee of the Senate and Head of the Cambodia–Pakistan Senate Friendship Group Angi Chanfal; Chairman of the Fifth Committee Dr Chiv Yi Seang; Director General of Protocol and International Relations Nguon Sok Veng; and Pakistan’s Ambassador to Cambodia Zahiruddin Babar Thethem.
As part of his official engagements, Gilani visited the Independence Monument, where he laid a floral wreath to pay tribute to Cambodia’s national heroes and praised the country’s struggle for independence.
He also laid a wreath at the Royal Memorial Statue of the late King Father Preah Borom Ratanak Kaoudh, expressing Pakistan’s respect for Cambodia’s history and national heritage.
Later, Gilani arrived at the Solidarity Palace of the Cambodian Senate, where an official reception ceremony was held in his honour at Polyarthipadi Hall.
Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen personally welcomed him. Both leaders reviewed the Guard of Honour, introduced members of their delegations, and exchanged greetings.
The visit is being seen as an important step toward strengthening parliamentary, political, and people-to-people relations between Pakistan and Cambodia, and opening new avenues for long-term bilateral cooperation.