[…] I really do not dare to compare Cambodia with other countries because each country has its own way of handling its affairs and I do not dare to compare with Thailand, where some people have come out to claim that it is a rich country and scorn Cambodia as a poor country with half of the country being beggars […]
[…] the Chinese friends through President Xi Jinping really helped build the Morodok Techo Stadium, a venue used for the opening and closing SEA Games, as well as a venue for some competitions which I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Chinese friends again for helping build this sports complex that Cambodia will use for generations to come […] Speaking of expenses for the competition, we did not use even a single cent of Chinese or foreign money […]
[…] we only spent 118 million dollars, including hosting sports, foreign athletes and accommodation and food. Not allowing our friends to pay is Cambodia’s first initiative, which is my decision in order to strengthen solidarity in ASEAN through sports. Cambodia is a poor country, poor in resources, but not poor in heart and we only spent about 12 million dollars to cover sport cost for our friends. Considering the cost of the ASEAN Para Games, it only cost 126 million and with the prize pool for sports at all levels, we spent only 130 million in the 2018-2022 budget bill, nearly 50 million and 150 million in the 2023 budget law […]

• When the secular world was shaken during the Pol Pot era, a genocide occurred, not only the state, but also the Buddhist, Christian and Islamic monks, as well as other religions, were destroyed [...] • (That) the state invested in helping Buddhism and other religions, and, in return, religions contributed in the form of moral education, virtue, and good deeds for the citizens [...] creating an environment that made it easier for the state to rule in society [...] • We want to live in peace [...] They accused us of wanting their land. The Cambodians had lost a lot of land. (We just want to) protect it (for a long time to come). We have no need to want anything from anyone. We only preserve what the past left with proper rules [...] • Absolutely oppose the proposed opening of the Cambodian-Thai border. They are the ones who closed it [...] We are not the ones who closed it [...] The key is with them [...] Let me "send a message to the Thai leadership, whether civilian or military, Cambodia will not be cheap in asking Thailand to open the border crossing" [...] • Continue to support the policy of strengthening the national defense of all people for the sake of happiness, regaining the peace that was lost in one part of the Cambodian-Thai border through actions towards and supporting peace [...] The capture of our troops a few hours after the ceasefire (came into effect) [...] by a nation calling itself civilized in exchange (for this or that) [...] has brought me to the consideration that "they have already sacrificed their lives" [...]

[...] There are those who call for a complaint against the neighboring country's aggression to the co-chairs of the Paris Peace Agreement - to convene an urgent meeting [...] One may ask at which point to implement the Paris Peace Agreement? [...] The Paris Peace Agreement has become an element in the Constitution [...] meaning when the Constituent Assembly becomes the national assembly and forms the government, the UN mission ends [...] The late (border issues) meetings have been gaining momentum toward peace and on October 26, a peace agreement may be signed [...] (Our efforts to resolve the border issues) has gone beyond the Paris Peace Agreement [...] to the ICJ, the International Court of Justice [...] to the UN Security Council and to other international forums [...]

Senate Palace, December 02, 2025: During a meeting with Her Excellency Marketa Kolc Hajkova, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Cambodia, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, Acting Head of State, remarked that significant untapped potential exists between the two nations, offering numerous opportunities for collaborative efforts to enhance diplomatic and political relations.

Senate Palace, December 02, 2025: During the reception of His Excellency Christian DesRoches, Ambassador of Canada, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, Acting Head of State, conveyed his satisfaction regarding Canada's decision to re-establish its embassy in the Kingdom of Cambodia, particularly in light of the recent increase in trade relations between the two nations, which now exceed $1 billion.

Senate Palace, November 28, 2025: During the reception of His Excellency Bui Thanh Son, Deputy Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate, conveyed his satisfaction with the sustained growth in bilateral trade and expressed optimism regarding the future attainment of the 20 billion US dollar target.

Senate Palace, November 19, 2025: During the farewell reception for His Excellency Wehelm Maximilian Donko, Ambassador of the Republic of Austria, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate, expressed gratitude for Austria's contributions to demining and the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia. He also conveyed a desire for expanded collaboration in trade, economy, and investment for mutual growth.

On November 10, 2025, at 7 Makara Palace, during a meeting with His Excellency TAKAHASHI Fumiaki, President of the Japan-Cambodia Association, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate, conveyed his satisfaction with the association's advancements. The association has diligently worked to enhance vocational training for Cambodians, particularly the youth, addressing a critical need within both the Cambodian and Japanese contexts, while also contributing to the promotion of key economic sectors.

Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate, accompanied His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boromneath Norodom Sihamoni, King of Cambodia, to preside over the 72nd anniversary of National Independence Day on November 9 at the Independence Monument in Phnom Penh.

During a meeting at the Senate Palace on October 31, 2025, with Tan Sri Michael Yeoh, President of the KSI Strategic Institute for the Asia-Pacific Region, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate, articulated Phnom Penh's keen interest in electric vehicle adoption. This initiative is integral to the city's efforts to mitigate toxic emissions, foster a healthier environment, and combat climate change.

On October 27, 2025, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate, presided over a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee to (1) review and decide on the proposal of the Special Committee regarding the proposed law on amending the Law on the Election of Senators and (2) address other matters.

On October 20, 2025, at 7 Makara Palace, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Cambodian People’s Party, held a meeting with the Cambodian People’s Party working group in Oregon, led by Mr. Seng Sam-on. The purpose of the meeting was to present some political situations to the activists, particularly those residing abroad, to help them gain a better understanding of the current situation in Cambodia and witness the progress of the country’s development.